Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Welcome to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ page). Below, we have tried to answer the most common questions our web visitors may have.

If you find that your question is not answered on this page, please click here to contact us via email or call (609) 259-8807, during normal business hours.


How can I apply to become a volunteer?

Please visit our "volunteers" page for the medical volunteer registration form.

All volunteers must submit two (2) letters of recommendation, an updated CV and an appropriate license. More information will be provided once mission selection has been completed.


How long are the medical missions?

Most of our missions are two-weeks in length.


Does IHCV Have A Privacy Policy?

Yes, respecting an individual’s right to privacy, International Healthcare Volunteers provides the following statement about its practices for information gathering and dissemination for this web site.

If your IP address is captured, it is for the purpose of gathering demographic information only. This site contains links to other web sites. International Healthcare Volunteers is not responsible for the content or privacy practices of such web sites.

At the point where we request information about the visitor, International Healthcare Volunteers offers the opportunity for users to opt-out of receiving communications from our partners and us. Users who wish to have their information removed from our database, and no longer receive future communications or services -- or users who wish to change or modify information previously provided -- may contact International Healthcare Volunteers with their request.