Pachuca, Mexico

International Field Experience at Pachuca, Mexico

Residency exchanges are available with the Hospital de Ninos DIF in Pachuca, Hidalgo, Mexico. This pediatric hospital is brand new and attached to their children's museum and cares for patients with such issues as tuberculosis, ameobiasis, and many advanced chronic conditions. The medical resident rotation is an interesting mix of state-of-the-art facilities with presentations of conditions that most US trained residents never see.

Pachuca is a medium-sized city in a very tranquil and safe area of Mexico located about 1½ hours from the Mexico City Airport. Transportation is easy, expenses are minimal, and the experience is priceless as you are immersed in the Spanish language and Mexican culture as well as see how systems of care function in another country. Spanish language classes are arranged in Pachuca based on resident interest. Residents may contact Sarah Stelzner, MD (sstelzne@iupui.edu) or Diane Lorant, MD (dlorant@iupui.edu) if they are interested.