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Pediatrician in Emergency Department

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2 - 12 weeks  ·  Age 18 - 50+
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Highlights

  • Work with Leading Pediatric hospital providing critical, operative and intensive cares
  • Improve Medical Skills and discover the most eminent Health Issues in Nepal among children's
  • Work under the supervision of experts to boost your career

Highlights

  • Work with Leading Pediatric hospital providing critical, operative and intensive cares
  • Improve Medical Skills and discover the most eminent Health Issues in Nepal among children's
  • Work under the supervision of experts to boost your career
  • Soak up in the new cultures of Kathmandu and Bhaktapur on free time
  • Home stay with a local family in Kathmandu and exploration's
    • You don't have to pay anything yet

    Especially good for

    Age 18+
    Singles
    Couples
    Families
    Groups
    50+

    About the program

    Gain practical experience and insight on the Pediatrician program in Kathmandu whilst bringing support to a large population and under resourced facilities.

    Working as a  Pediatrician  in  Emergency department  of child hospitals based in Kathmandu city  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 ...

    About the program

    Working as a  Pediatrician  in  Emergency department  of child hospitals based in Kathmandu city  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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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.

    As a  Pediatrician  in  Emergency department you will have a fantastic opportunity to gain first-hand experience and insight into Nepal health care. Medical volunteers in Nepal work with highly trained local staff. This gives individuals exposure and tuition that they are unlikely to obtain in their own country. 

    Typical day

    While working in emergency services, senior doctors assign you to a case based on your experience in the relevant field. You could be an observer for few days and slowly  involve in handling emergency case under the supervision of the doctors and nurses . You could be welcoming the patient in the ...

    Typical day

    While working in emergency services, senior doctors assign you to a case based on your experience in the relevant field. You could be an observer for few days and slowly  involve in handling emergency case under the supervision of the doctors and nurses . You could be welcoming the patient in the hospital or provide quick emergency services. these are the general routines you will go through. 

    • 7 AM Wake up, Breakfast 
    • 8 AM Go to the Local hospital
    • 9 AM start your work as a medical volunteer, intern, doctor etc. under the supervision of the chief of the emergency department .
    • 1 PM Lunch hour for 1 full hour
    • 2-4 PM again enjoy the work as advised by the hospital
    • 5 PM Tea and snacks in host family
    • 7 PM Dinner
    • 8 -10 PM Reading, movie time, storytelling to kids in home stay
    • 10 PM bedtime.

    in Friday you will have half day schedules and full day off on Saturday as part of weekend days off where you will visit some sights, do outdoor activates, make the laundry of your clothes visit some restaurant in town etc.

    Free-time activities

    During your free time, you can explore the beauty of Kathmandu, walk around the national parks, visit Thamel, libraries, day hikes, etc. some of the popular things to do in and around Kathmandu that can be interesting for you are as follows.

    1) UNESCO Seven World Heritage Tour in Kathmandu That ...

    Free-time activities

    During your free time, you can explore the beauty of Kathmandu, walk around the national parks, visit Thamel, libraries, day hikes, etc. some of the popular things to do in and around Kathmandu that can be interesting for you are as follows.

    1) UNESCO Seven World Heritage Tour in Kathmandu That includes kathmandu durbar squares or Patan, Boudhanath , Shymabunath , Pashupatinath Temple etc

     2) Chandragiri Cable Car Tour in Kathmandu

    3) Bhaktapur and Nagarkot Day Tour From Kathmandu

    4) Mountain Everest Scenic Flight

    5) Amazing 1 Day hiking  Experience in Kathmandu Nepal in Nagarjun , Phulchoki , Chandragiri, or  Kakani whatever you like

    6)Trout farm visit in Kakani

    7)Zoo visit 

    8)Day meditation and retreat in Osho Tapoban

    9)Pharping Asure Cave Visit 

    10)Day Rafting to Bhotekoshi 

    11) Go for an Arati in Pashupatinath 

    12) Jamacho Hiking 

    13) Visit Garden of dreams and Narayanhiti Royal Museum etc

    14) Chitwan jungle safari in weekend 

    15) Pokhara and Bandipur tour in weekend

    Requirements

    Requirements

    Minimum Age: 18 years

    In order to join the program you need to be at least 18 years old on the program start date. There might be exemptions if you can provide the permission of your legal guardian(s) or if your are accompanied by your parents.

    Language Skills

    You need to speak English (basic level)

    Education Requirements

    at High School level

    Nationality Restrictions

    No restrictions. Helping hands from all over the world are welcome.

    Time Commitment

    Your helping hand will be required on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 09:00 - 15:00

    What's Included

    What's Included

    On-site Services

    • Airport pick up 
    • Home stay / Tourist standard accommodations 
    • 2-3 Times food each day (Breakfast, lunch & dinner)
    • Walking tour / orientation about the programme
    • Organization service charges 
    • Emergency Support
    • Free Hiking tours in weekend

    Airport Pickup at Tribhuvan International Airport

    We do pick up volunteers from Tribhuwan intl airport based in Kathmandu, if you are coming from other airports, land transfer etc. volunteers are requested to arrive to the home stay themselves. Our shuttle van picks up and brings you to our family own home stay Be here Now.  based in central part of Kathmandu

    Accommodation

    You will be provided a single accommodation. If there are more volunteers in busy times the room will be shared with private bathrooms.  Accommodations will be in the center of Kathmandu nearby the hospital. for your kind info we use our own home stay cum guest house called Be Here now guest house which you can also see in google and other online platforms and get more info and pictures.

    Food & Beverages

    Foods are basically Nepalese cuisines including rice, curry, breads, eggs, chicken,  pasta, momos, fruits etc. Doods are served 3 times a day for volunteers. we have variety of choices including veg and nonveg foods as per he volunteers interest.

    Internet Access

    Good access at the project site
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    What's NOT included?

    What's NOT included?

    Flight Tickets

    The nearest airport is Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) in Kathmandu. We assist you to find cheap flights to Nepal. FIND CHEAP FLIGHTS

    Travel Insurance

    Going abroad is an adventure and it is always best to be prepared. Sudden illness or injury, cancellation or theft - a travel insurance for Nepal provides security and is a plus to have. GET A QUOTE

    Vaccines

    If you are intending to volunteer in Nepal you should seek medical advice before starting your social journey. Check your required vaccinations for Nepal. VACCINE CHECKER

    Details on arrival

    Volunteers can come join this programme any time of the year. volunteers are pick up in Tribhuwan international airport and drive to the home stay based in central  kathmandu .
    Availability
    Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

    Program Fees

    $250 per week 2 - 12 weeks Age 18 - 50+

    Payment methods

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    NO CREDIT CARD FEES

    Duration

    2 - 12 weeks

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    Final Payment

    You’ll agree on the final payment method with your local organization during the application process. This final payment is only due closer to the start of your trip.

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    Location

    Asia > Southern Asia > Nepal > Kathmandu

    Meet your project coordinator

    Nabraj & Akankshya
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    1. - 1. Jan 1

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