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See us in action in Ecuador
Mission
PACH’s mission is to foster sustainable health care systems and communities in Andean Ecuador by providing education, resources, and enduring solutions, along with global partners, to improve Andean community health and wellbeing.
Vision
PACH envisions thriving and healthy Andean communities.
Values
We value the unique culture and tradition of the communities and individuals that we serve and the diverse backgrounds of our volunteers and partners. Our core values are compassion, generosity, and professional excellence in health care.
Our Purpose
The purpose of Partners for Andean Community Health (PACH) is to be a catalyst for effective locally-driven healthcare initiatives in Ecuador. By empowering local leaders, fostering effective partnerships, cultivating sustainable solutions, and valuing cultural prosperity, PACH provides the resources, training, and community support necessary to build resilient, healthy communities.
Programs
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Transform Lives, Including Your Own: Immerse, Impact, Exchange
Student Immersions
We host university, high school, and gap year students looking for unique opportunities to gain valuable experience and contribute to innovative community health projects.
Impact Travelers
Many people contact us looking for travel options in Ecuador that integrate visiting this beautiful country while also giving back to the equally amazing communities here.
Medical Missions
Groups collaborate with us in designing programs to provide much needed health care campaigns in our hospital (FIBUSPAM) in Riobamba and surrounding communities.
PACH | Ecuador
Upcoming Trips & Events in 2027
Medical missions, community health outreach, and student immersion programs.
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Democracy Prep High Schools
Two schools. Community health outreach in general medicine, dentistry, and optometry, with two clinical days plus a project.
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Dr. Choudhary
Gynecology mission in the Amazon region. Four clinical days, with a target of 150 patient consultations.
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Skin Aware with Dr. Phelan
Skin cancer mission, with a target of 80 excisions.
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Dr. Ostrow
Strabismus surgical mission, with a target of 50 surgeries.
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UHMLA
General surgery mission.
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Sights on Health
Cataract surgery and community health outreach.
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8-Week Student Program
Intern Immersion Program
June 12 to August 7. An applied global health immersion experience in Ecuador. Learn about the internship program
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St. James School
Community health outreach in general medicine, dentistry, and optometry. Two clinical days plus two project days.
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Project Nido
Gynecology and community care in Galápagos and Riobamba, including general medicine, dentistry, optometry, and chiropractic services.
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Dr. Siegel
Strabismus care and eyeglasses outreach in Galápagos and Riobamba.
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Dr. Jeremy
Cataract surgery mission, with a target of 150 surgeries.
Provisional 2027 schedule. Dates, activities, and service targets are subject to change. Enrollment availability has not been specified.
RURAL COMMUNITIES IN ECUADOR RECEIVED SERVICES FROM PACH IN 2024
INDIVIDUALS CARED FOR IN ECUADOR BY PACH IN 2024
VOLUNTEERS TRAVELED WITH PACH IN 2024
Our Top Priorities
Cervical Cancer Screening
Overcoming Barriers to Women's Health Care
Nursing Scholarships
Supporting Indigenous Medical Professionals
Prosperity for Mothers
Unlocking Brighter Futures for Young Mothers
Virtual Courses
Gain Insight and Experience from Our Experts
Surgical Bridge
Connecting Patients with Advanced Medical Attention
Dental Health
Improving Oral Health, Enriching Livelihoods
Vision Health
Unlocking a Clearer Vision for the Andes
Donations
Support Coomunity Health and Sustainable Change
Where we work
Originally founded as FIBUSPAM, USA, Partners for Andean Community Health has been working for over eleven years to improve the health and well-being of the people of the Andes.