Medical Mission Trips Designed for Pre-Med & Health Students
Be part of the world’s largest student-led movement for global health and sustainable development. Whether through medical, dental, public health, or water Brigades, you’ll work alongside local communities to expand access to healthcare, strengthen infrastructure, and create lasting impact.
Join a Brigade. Change the World—And Yourself.
Brigades are week-long volunteer medical mission trips but they are so much more than a trip. On our Medical Brigades, students join local doctors and health professionals to bring care directly to under-resourced communities. As an aspiring healthcare leader, you’ll gain hands-on experience in mobile medical clinics, supporting triage, shadowing consultations, assisting in pharmacy, and providing health education—while contributing to lasting improvements in global health.
During a Medical Brigade, student volunteers will:
- Gain hands-on clinical experience in mobile medical clinics
- Shadow local doctors during patient consultations
- Assist with pharmacy operations, including medicine distribution
- Lead health education workshops for children and adults
Global Medical Brigades partners with communities in Belize, Guatemala, Honduras, Panama, Ghana, and Greece—ensuring that your volunteer experience supports long-term, locally led health initiatives.
Frequently Asked Questions About Medical Mission Trips
Q: Who can join a medical mission trip with Global Medical Brigades?
A: Our medical mission trips are open to pre-med students, nursing students, physician assistant students, alumni, and healthcare professionals seeking ethical global health experience.
Q: Do I need prior medical experience to volunteer abroad?
A: No prior experience is required. All volunteers complete structured preparation through our Global Brigades Institute to ensure responsible and ethical engagement.
Q: Where do medical brigades take place?
A: We operate in Guatemala, Honduras, Ghana, Panama, Belize, and Greece, partnering with local communities and health systems.
Q: How long is a medical mission trip?
A: Most Brigades last 7–10 days and combine clinical support, cultural immersion, and community partnership.
Q: What does it cost to join a medical brigade?
A: Program fees vary by country and season. Volunteers fundraise toward a donation goal that supports long-term community health systems.
Q: How is Global Medical Brigades different from other medical mission trips?
A: Our model emphasizes sustainable, community-led healthcare systems, not one-time aid. Volunteers work alongside local professionals within long-term partnerships.
Start Something New. Join Something Big.
Are you a pre-med student or simply passionate about sustainable global health? Joining or starting a Medical Brigades Chapter is your pathway to making an impact abroad while building invaluable leadership and medical experience.
If your school doesn’t yet have a Medical Brigades Chapter, you can be the one to launch it! Fill out the form below, and our team will guide you step by step to begin planning your first Brigade.
Starting a Chapter is more than organizing a trip, it’s about leading a movement on your campus. You’ll:
- Empower rural communities through sustainable health initiatives
- Gain real-world leadership, organizational, and healthcare skills
- Build a legacy for future students at your university
- Plus, new Chapter Leaders may be eligible for a Brigade scholarship
If your school already has an active Medical Brigades Chapter, we’ll connect you directly with the leaders planning their next trip.
No Chapter at your university? No problem. We’ll pair you with another campus team that has an upcoming Brigade so you don’t miss the chance to get involved.
Fill out the form to start your journey with Medical Brigades, whether by leading a Chapter or joining one that’s already making a global impact.
This DONATION is non-refundable
This DONATION is non-refundable Global Brigades, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. Your donation will be used to further Global Brigades' mission and will be allocated toward the program you selected. This donation will not be utilized to fulfill a chapter or a volunteer's fundraising goal. Read Global Brigades, Inc's full Donation Refund Policy here.
Looking to donate to support a volunteer's fundraising goal? Find their Global Brigades Chapter by searching our Chapters map and then selecting their upcoming brigade. If you need help finding their chapter, you can ask the volunteer to send you their brigade's specific website link or you can contact us.
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