MEDICAL ELECTIVE MEXICO

Mexico: Where Adventure Meets Medical Elective

From the Caribbean and Pacific coasts to the remains of the ancient Mayan civilization, Mexico is a very diverse country, with excellent cuisine, unique archaeology, stunning beaches, exceptional diving opportunities, and a landscape that ranges from dense jungle to cactus-covered, frost-covered deserts. It is larger than all of Central America combined. All these makes Mexico an ideal destination for Medical Elective

Mexico is a little more developed and a little more expensive than many other famous destinations in Central and South America, but it is also accessible to most budget travelers. Mexican food is inexpensive and extremely delicious.

Whether you want to take an elective in medicine or nursing, learn more about midwifery, or take an elective in dentistry, Mexico has it all. You will have excellent opportunities to study in all fields, and thanks to the tropical climate, you will also be able to experience new diseases.

Let the sandy beaches and artistic and historical surroundings of this beautiful location draw you to your chosen major, whatever it may be.

Our Medical Elective City in Mexico, Merida.

Founded in 1542 on the ruins of the ancient Mayan city of Tho, this city has now been declared the Cultural Capital of the Americas, having twice won the title. Mérida is the capital of the state of Yucatán, famous for the asteroid impact 65 million years ago that caused the extinction of the dinosaurs.

A cosmopolitan city with numerous museums, art galleries, restaurants and clubs, Mérida is the most important city on the entire Yucatán Peninsula. Not only do people in Yucatán speak Spanish with a distinctive accent, but a third of the population of Yucatán also speaks the Mayan language. Mérida’s cuisine also differs from traditional Mexican food, as it has been influenced by the local indigenous culture, as well as Caribbean, Mexican, European and Middle Eastern flavors.

This city is a perfect base for exploring the Yucatán Peninsula, Cancun and Playa del Carmen.

When you stay with us, you will enjoy beautiful private accommodation close to your workplace. Our team is available 24/7 if you need it. We also offer Spanish courses in Mexico, where we can help you, whether you already speak Spanish or not. Medical Electives

Mérida, Mexico is a great place to do your medical internship at KIVOLEX, as the hospitals here receive a lot of patients and you will encounter a wide variety of cases. It is also a place where you will encounter tropical diseases that you do not regularly encounter at home. A great advantage is that you can gain new knowledge in your chosen field, as you will join the doctors on their tours and follow them on a daily basis, possibly assisting them and gaining practical experience. They have a lot to offer when you are not working, from delicious fusion cuisine to nearby beaches that are worth visiting.

Medical Elective Specialties in Mexico

Medical Electives Program

The hospitals in Mérida offer a great opportunity to learn a variety of new skills and put them into practice during your nursing elective. You will join doctors and nurses and follow them on their daily rounds, encountering tropical diseases that you may not see at home, which is a great opportunity to learn new medical skills. KIVOLEX also offers excursions that you can enjoy at your own pace, or simply relax on nearby beaches or try some interesting local cuisine. 

With the midwifery Elective training at KIVOLEX in Mérida, you will follow local doctors, nurses and obstetricians to gain medical knowledge and experience while expanding your skills in your chosen field. You will join them in their daily tasks to help pregnant women have a happy and safe pregnancy and birth. Here you can experience aspects of care that you are not used to at home, but Mexican hospitals are generally well-equipped. Mérida is a wonderful place to spend your free time, as it is very cosmopolitan and there are beaches in nearby places such as Cancun.

Nursing Elective Programs

The hospitals in Mérida offer a great opportunity to learn a variety of new skills and put them into practice during your nursing Elective training. You will be able to participate in daily visits with doctors and nurses and encounter tropical diseases that you would not encounter at home, giving you a great opportunity to learn new medical skills. KIVOLEX also offers excursions that you can enjoy at your own pace, or simply relax on nearby beaches or try some interesting local food.

Midwifery Elective Programs

The midwifery Elective training at KIVOLEX in Mérida allows you to follow the work of local doctors, nurses and obstetricians to gain medical knowledge and experience while expanding your skills in your chosen field. You will participate in their daily tasks that help pregnant women have a happy and safe pregnancy and birth. Here you will experience aspects of care that you are not used to at home, but Mexican hospitals are generally well-equipped. Mérida is a wonderful place to spend your free time, as it is very cosmopolitan and there are beaches in nearby places such as Cancun. Accommodation and Team

What’s Included in Our Mexican Elective Program

Accommodation

Our accommodation in Mérida is well-located, close to everything you might need, such as banks, supermarkets and cafes, and is only a short drive from your hospital accommodation. Spacious and comfortable living spaces, furnished with pleasant furnishings, create a great environment for relaxation. A member of the KIVOLEX team is available 24 hours a day.

Spanish lessons

Merida is known in Mexico for its very smooth and easy pronunciation, which will make the whole experience of learning Spanish unforgettable, while getting the most out of your Spanish lessons, which will be invaluable during your Mexican medical elective and certainly in your free time as you get to know the city and its people. The full price of the KIVOLEX Mexican Medical Elective includes 20 hours of Spanish lessons.

Cooking Class in Merida

Merida is a beautiful city full of culture, color, and flavor. Street food is huge in Mexico, so you won’t be short of quick stops for a bite to eat. Sometimes street food can be the tastiest, so don’t miss out. Mayan, Mediterranean, Caribbean, and pre-colonial influences blend into beautiful creations.

Culinary arts are an important part of every country’s culture, and we want you to immerse yourself in your elective as much as possible. Included in the full price of your elective is a cooking class that you can enjoy. You’ll participate in buying the ingredients, preparing and cooking the food, and finally eating it. You can prepare the food for your family at home to give them a taste of Mexico from your own kitchen.

Salsa Lessons in Merida

If you do your elective in Mexico, you will also get a salsa lesson. They love salsa and bachata here and you will hear them everywhere. As everywhere in Latin America, most people are great dancers and it comes naturally to them. Music is everywhere and plays a big part in the country’s culture, so we have incorporated it as part of your immersion into their daily and general life. You will learn the basic steps so you can move on and try them out for yourself. If you like, there are plenty of places nearby where you can take extra lessons or just dance in the evening.

Excursions

Excursions help you make the most of your time here and your new place of residence. We have included a few excursions for your weekends and days off. All of them are included in the price of the elective, so there will be no extra costs upon arrival. The following excursions are included in our Merida elective. To see which ones are included in your chosen period, please see our “What’s Included” page.

• Xcaret (1 day)
• Tulum + Nado con Delfines (1 day)
• Isla Mujeres by Catamaran (4 hours)
• Chichen Itza + Cenote + Valladolid (1 day)
• Sea Turtle Diving in Playa del Carmen (4 hours)