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What was your experience as a Medical Director at Hillside Health Care International like?

Each day I was the supervising physician for 4-8 medical, PA or NP students who either saw Belizean patients at the permanent primary clinic in Eldrigeville or on alternative days we went to a remote village in a mobile clinic to see patients in these mostly Mayan villages. In the afternoons, I a...
Day in the Life Medical Director
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How's the work-life balance as a Medical Director at Hillside Health Care International?

Weekends are completely free from Friday afternoon until Monday morning. One Sunday per 4 weeks the Medical Director comes in on Sunday evening to do an orientation for the new students. The work-life balance is good as there is no call or after hours responsibilities and most of the work can be ...
Work-Life Balance Medical Director Hillside Health Care International
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What is there to like, or potentially dislike, about taking on the role of a medical director at Hillside Health Care International?

I liked the variety of my responsibilities and meeting a diverse group of people both volunteers and Belizeans. I liked the location and the warm weather on the coast. Teh only thing I disliked was trying to coordinate all the requests to help and sort out how people who came from other countries...
Non-profit Pros and Cons Medical Director Health Care Services Hillside Health Care International
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How does Hillside Health Care International stand out from its competitors?

There is not a religious focus to Hillside although they do say they are faith inspired. They are a permanent fixture in Toledo district which is the poorest district in Belize. They have a dedicated board who have very good motives. It is easy to get around the area and the people who work at Hi...
Non-profit Competitors Health Care Services Hillside Health Care International
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What kind of professional growth might someone experience at Hillside Health Care International?

I learned a large amount about primary care in a low resource setting. I learned about management skills and public health focus. I was also able to be involved with telemedicine in a global setting and am now on the advisory board of The Addis Clinic. I also was able to learn from specialist who...
Non-profit Professional Growth Health Care Services Hillside Health Care International
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