Medical Volunteer in Nepal: Internship at the Pediatric Hospital in Kathmandu
Work as a medical volunteer in Nepal at the pediatric hospital in Kathmandu city. Therefore this medical program is a great way for medical students to learn about the Nepalese healthcare system. Meanwhile, in Kathmandu you will start immersing yourself in the local culture. Your tasks will vary depending on your background, but if you have medical training or formal experience, you will be able to practice non-intrusive care for patients, under supervision from local professionals.
Rita Gomes from Portugal with the medical team at the Pediatric Hospital in Kathmandu
Gain medical experiences at the Pediatric Hospital in Kathmandu
As a medical volunteer or nursing student, you will have plenty opportunities to expand your medical experience. For instance, you can observe different Pediatric surgical operations, or complete the nursing routines in Oncology Unit. Medical volunteers can work also at the Neonatal and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, or give Immunization to newborn babies such as vaccinations of polio, measles, mumps and rubella.
Improve Medical Skills and discover the most eminent Health Issues in Nepal
Medical Volunteer Tsz Hin Lee
As a medical volunteer in Nepal you will have both the opportunity to improve and share your medical skills. Moreover, you will discover the most eminent health issues that developing countries face today. You will learn a great deal while also doing really valuable work; having a positive impact on the local community and the development of the Nepalese healthcare system.
Learning about the healthcare system and situation in Nepal
During your medical internship, you’ll also understand how scarce of the personal hygiene education of the people are in Nepal. Infectious diseases such as dengue fever, scrub typhus, tuberculosis, which are very rare in developed countries of the first world, are serious health problems in Nepal.
Although the Children’s Hospital is the best children hospital in Nepal, the issue of shortage of resources and medical knowledge are still the great problem there.
Your duties as a medical volunteer in Nepal will be decided subject to your abilities and experience. Volunteers with medical training or formal experience will, under the supervision of the local team of professionals, practice non-intrusive care. The hospital will welcome you as a keen learner. at the same time you will be able to share your knowledge of the medical techniques from your home country.
Valuable Experience as a Medical Volunteer in Nepal
At the hospital I was able to exchange experiences and knowledge that was beneficial to both sides and was also extremely well integrated in the hospital routines. Thank You Manmohan Cardiothoracic Vascular and Transplant Center for this opportunity!!!
Magda, Camaxide, 33 years old
Live in Historic Kathmandu and Work as a Medical Volunteer in Nepal
Medical volunteer in Nepal
Since you will be living and working as a medical volunteer in Nepal in the historical Kathmandu city. you will get to witness the peculiar way of life of its inhabitants. Moreover you will immerse yourself in Nepali culture. You will enjoy the tasty and wonderful food too as the staff will serve you a traditional Nepali Style lunch everyday while you are working. Also, you will have a local support contact who will be there for you throughout your placement as a medical volunteer in Nepal.
Staying in the Heart of Kathmandu with a Welcoming Nepalese Family
During my 3 week stay in Nepal I was very fortunate to be welcomed in a host nepalese family that not only demonstrated utmost kindness and generosity to me and my boyfriend, but also with whom I was able to learn about many customs and their meanings, cultural inheritance, frustrations and dreams in the heart of Kathmandu. I thank them for having enriched my experience in countless ways.
Magda, Camaxide, 33 years old
Enjoy Annapurna Region after your Volunteer Work
The final days in Nepal I spent trekking in the Annapurna region and was blessed with the most breathtaking mountain landscapes I have ever seen!
Our programs to volunteer in Nepal start on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the months. Volunteers should arrive on Saturdays. You can choose to volunteer from 1 to 12 weeks
Accommodation: host family
Orientation: Takes place on the first day and includes introduction to the hospital and formatting your work plan according to your capabilities. Participants will be introduced to the basic Nepali language and greetings.
Fees for Medical Volunteers in Nepal
The program fee is paid directly to the host organization.
All of the projects incur a registration fee of U$ 149.00 on top of the program fee.
What is included in the program Fee?
Airport Pickup
Orientation
Accommodation for all projects
3 meals per day
Support from local staff & Program supervision
In-country 24/7 support throughout your stay
In-country administration costs
Donation to support the local project
There are no hidden costs. Our programs to volunteer teaching English in Nepal are highly affordable and have the best cost x benefit than any other.
Accommodation
Location: Gothatar, Kathmandu
Accommodation: host family
Meals
Our programs to Volunteer in Nepal provide 3 meals per day of typical Nepali food in all the projects.
Volunteers should notify prior to arrival about any dietary requirements.
Requirements for Medical Volunteers in Nepal
Medical interns must be at least 18 years old at the start of the placement.
All volunteers must have adequate volunteer travel insurance and are required to provide a criminal background check to local staff on arrival in Nepal or during orientation;
Language Skills required in order to volunteer in Nepal
Fluency in English is required in all the projects.
Safety
You will have a competent support and advice from the local team and project leaders. There will always be a member of the local team working with you at the projects. The local coordinators will give you all the information to have a safe and unforgettable experience.
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