GE/NMF international Medical Scholars Program

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About the Program

This international program provides a two-month mentored clinical experience in the provision of primary healthcare in Ghana and Kenya. This program provides opportunities to learn about the management of acutely ill patients. Scholars are actively involved in healthcare delivery and institutional evaluation relevant to their academic programs and important to partner organizations that include host hospitals, national health services, and academic institutions.

Eligibility

Eligible candidates must be:

US citizens
Underrepresented minority students
4th year students enrolled in an accredited US medical school (MD or DO)

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THE APPLICATION PERIOD FOR THE 2013 PROGRAM IS NOW CLOSED.

PLEASE CHECK BACK IN APRIL 2013 FOR 2014 PROGRAM DETAILS.

About the GE Foundation

The GE Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the General Electric Company, works to solve some of the world’s most difficult problems. In coordination with its partners, it supports U.S. and international education, developing health globally, the environment, public policy, human rights and disaster relief. In addition, the GE Foundation supports GE employee and retiree giving and involvement in GE communities around the world.

In 2010, the entire GE family — including businesses, employees, retirees and GE Foundation — contributed approximately $260 million to community and educational programs, including approximately $115 million from GE Foundation. For more information, visit www.gefoundation.com.