Peru 5. Tropical and Infectious Diseases

Peru
Peru
Universidad Peruana Unión
Fields of Study Health & Medical Sciences
Language English - Spanish Intermediate
Start Date December 1, 2026
Duration 2 weeks
Hours per Week 12-14 hours
Application Deadline September 1, 2026 Open
Skills You Will Learn
  • Clinical assessment techniques
  • Differential diagnosis
  • Infectious disease management
  • Medical documentation
  • Patient interaction skills

Description

Peru 5 Tropical & Infectious Diseases

  1. Internship Title
    Tropical and Infectious Diseases Internship
  2. Location
    Country: Peru
    Institution name: Universidad Peruana Unión – Lima Campus
  3. Fields of Study
    Health and Medical Sciences
  4. Language
    English
    Spanish – Intermediate
  5. Start Date
    December 1, 2026
  6. Duration
    2 weeks
    Hours per week: 12–14 hours
    Program fee: TBD

Skills You Will Learn 

  • Clinical assessment techniques
  • Differential diagnosis
  • Infectious disease management
  • Medical documentation
  • Patient interaction skills

Description
This internship offers clinical exposure to tropical and infectious diseases, focusing on diagnosis and treatment under medical supervision.

Tasks

  • Perform patient anamnesis
  • Assist with physical examinations
  • Propose diagnostic tests
  • Discuss differential diagnoses

Supervision and Mentoring
Supervised by infectious disease physicians.

Housing and Meals
Housing: Shared room
Meals: 3 per day

  1. Notes or Special Conditions
    Scrubs required; laptop required; Sabbath participation encouraged.
  2. University Website or Social Media
    https://www.upeu.edu.pe