Is it good to volunteer abroad if you want to be a doctor?

Pre-College Issues Summer Programs
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<p>So I'm pretty much set on becoming a doctor but I realized I haven't done much to show colleges that I care for people (I really do!). My friend recently told me about some volunteering opportunities abroad in South Africa, Poland, and Ireland. </p>

<p>Which country should I go to and would it help on my college apps? They're only for about 2 weeks, but there's no financial aid available.</p>

<p>*Note: This is what the volunteers do at each of the 3 countries -
South Africa: Building/restoring a community
Ireland: Helping build peace thru landscaping, painting, and administrative help
Poland: Teaching English to children & adults</p>

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<p>I think South Africa would be the best. And I'm planning on doing lots of service in college.</p>

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<p>Thank you sciencenerd! South Africa was my first choice too.</p>

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<p>yeah south africa.</p>

<p>I've been looking for programs too, but i couldn't find any. are you doing habitat for humanity or red cross or something?</p>

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<p>I plan on volunteering with my local Habitat for Humanity organization and in October, I'll be helping out with some walks for the American Heart Association.</p>