HEMATOLOGY

Siem Reap, Cambodia - Angkor Hospital for Children (AHC)

Hematology volunteers with expertise in clinical laboratory hematology assist in optimizing the functioning of the laboratory through a systems-based approach. Pediatric hematologists/oncologists with experience running a lab are specifically recruited to work toward this goal. Pediatric hematologists/oncologists provide lectures on benign hematology and pediatric oncology to trainee physicians at the AHC and help staff at AHC implement treatment for patients with leukemia at the hospital. Volunteers are needed at specific times to provide training as part of the hematology module offered to pediatric residents. Assignments range 2-4 weeks.

Lima, Peru - EsSalud Hospital System

RECRUITMENT SUSPENDED
Volunteers are placed in one or more Level III or IV hospitals throughout Peru. This program aims to provide further training and staff development for physicians, residents, students, and laboratory technicians in the field of hematology. HVO volunteers work with the on-site physicians and the HVO program directors to identify and continue to monitor the needs of each of the sites, implement improved training measures and provide education to residents, physicians, and lab scientists. By working in multiple hospitals, HVO volunteers foster greater communication between the hospitals, while at the same time ensuring that each site becomes equally able to provide state-of-the-art hematologic care. Either pediatric or adult hematology/oncology clinicians or laboratory-based scientists are suitable for this site. Previous international travel and/or work experience is preferred. Assignments range from 1-4 weeks.

Kampala, Uganda - Makerere University & Mulago Hospital

This program seeks to improve training in hematology to clinicians, laboratory technicians, technologists, and students at the Mulago Hospital by providing training in diagnosis, bone marrow and blood smear interpretations, pediatric and adult hematology, and hematologic oncology. This program also works to provide an interface between the laboratory staff and the clinical staff in the interpretation and diagnosis of blood-related illnesses. Volunteers should have a current medical license and be board-certified/eligible in hematology and/or oncology. Previous international travel and/or work experience is preferred. Assignments are from 2-4 weeks.