Sri Lanka Group Medical Experience - Custom Groups Only

Interns joining the placements in Galle, Sri Lanka, will get to stay in the quaint Unawatuna neighbourhood, overlooking the famous Unawatuna Beach and the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. Our participants stay in two volunteer houses which are located near to each other.

The Beachside house is located right across the road from Unawatuna Beach and about 100 metres from the other volunteer house. It has 12 spacious bedrooms of varying sizes with attached en suite bathrooms each with air-conditioning facilities (most rooms also have attached outdoor balconies). There is also a separate dining area, small garden, lounge, terrace and a large office with permanent staff onsite. The property is safeguarded by multiple CCTV cameras and an onsite night security team.

The other larger volunteer house has 13 bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.Most of these rooms have ocean views! There's a private 40-foot outdoor swimming pool surrounded by tropical greenery. The house also has 3 kitchens as well as 3 living/common rooms (one each per floor), a prominent dining area, and a private outdoor garden with seating/lounging areas.

All interns are provided with 3 meals a day from Monday - Sunday.

Yes –  please do ensure that you inform the local team about your food preference and they can help ensure you are able to order the best food! Also, please do mention your specific food preference in the application form as well. 

Placements are primarily observation-based but tailored to student level (pre-med, nursing, or medical). Students shadow professionals in departments such as surgery, pediatrics, emergency, physiotherapy, OBGYN, and more. All students need to give preference of 3-4 departments of their choice. Depending on the preference and internship/elective duration department allocation shall be done.

Interns need to be a current student or recent graduate of a medical/nursing studies to be accepted in the Sri Lanka Healthcare Internships/Electives. This includes Pre-med, medical school, nursing, public health, pre-nursing students. All participants must be above 18 years of age.

Yes, students should consult their doctor or travel clinic for recommended vaccinations before travel.

Due to local regulations and ethical standards, students will not perform hands-on procedures. However, they will observe, learn, and gain insight into patient care, local health systems, and medical practices. Depending on level of experience and skills, students in Sri Lanka do sometimes do basic assisting work with the doctors depending on the department allocated.

Some major benefits include:

• Meeting other interns and participants from all around the world
• Get international exposure by observing and shadowing in major hospitals of Galle, Sri Lanka
• Being able to work with patients of different cultures and understand cultural dynamics of a new city or country
• Being able to travel during weekends and in the evenings to explore your destination

Sri Lanka is one of the popular tropical destination in Asia and attracts travelers from all around the world. The locals are friendly and helpful as well, however, it is recommended to consult your in-country coordinators before you step out alone or go to any other locations in Sri Lanka. Also, it is recommended to be with your group whenever you venture out or stay out late in the night. It is strongly recommended to follow the safety rules and regulations provided by the in-country coordinator. 

You will have excellent on ground support from the local coordinating team in Galle.In case of any emergencies or problems, the staff will be there to support you and assist you always. 

We partner with modern hospitals where English-speaking staff are available. In case of any medical emergency, the local team will be there to provide support and assistance to you.

All interns need to arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo, Sri Lanka, on the starting date of their project. Interns are picked from the airport by the local coordinator or representative and are transferred to their accommodations. Accommodation will be provided in the shared intern house located near your placements.

Daily local transport to and from the hospital to accommodation is included in the Sri Lanka program.For any other commute, students usually use the tuk tuk for commute.

The Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) in Colombo is well connected with all major airports across the globe and flights are easily available. The recommended airlines are:

• Sri Lankan Airlines 
• Air India 
• Indigo
• Emirates
• Etihad Airlines
• Qatar Airways

Visa requirements depend on your nationality and destination. We provide guidance during the pre-departure process