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Wilderness Medicine Elective

George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences

LocationWashington, DC, United StatesDuration2 weeks

About this opportunity

A two-week elective combining lectures, practicals, skill sessions and simulations to expose students to medicine in extreme environments. Students learn rescue carries, shelter building, orienteering and knots during a multi-day camping trip while practicing medical skills in wilderness settings.

Wilderness Medicine

Who can apply

Eligible years: M1, M2, M3, M4

StipendNot listed

Duration2 weeks

FormatIn person

ApplicationOnline application

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