Medical Internship in India

Your Arrival

Get ready for a warm welcome to India! Your program begins the moment you arrive, with our airport pick-up in Goa on Sunday. To ensure a smooth transition, we’ll provide you with all the necessary arrival and contact details when you book your program. If you would be arriving earlier than Sunday then talk to our helpful support team so we can help you with that. The local team will be waiting for you, ready to transfer you to your accommodation.

The Cultural Introduction

At our program, we go above and beyond to ensure that interns not only have an incredible placement with a local company/organization, but also have a seamless transition into the local culture and customs. We understand that feeling at home in a new environment is essential for a successful internship experience.

To kickstart this journey, you will start with an Orientation. This will immerse you in the local culture and customs, where interns will have the opportunity to learn about the vibrant local culture, language, and customs.

On Monday, our coordinator will lead an exciting orientation session. This is your chance to get comfortable with your surroundings and dive into the local culture, while also receiving important health and safety advice.

Join us for an incredible start to your program that promises to immerse you in Kenya’s rich culture and offer an unforgettable experience. From day one, we will give you a comprehensive briefing of our program, ensuring that you are fully prepared for what lies ahead.

Your Accommodation

Your accommodation is included in your package from Sunday night until Saturday morning of your last week, so you can rest assured that you’ll have a comfortable place to call home throughout your journey.

You’ll be staying in shared rooms with other participants, giving you the perfect opportunity to make lifelong friends from around the globe. You’ll be accommodated in single-gender dorm-style rooms, ensuring maximum comfort and privacy.

But that’s not all – we’ve got your meals covered too! You’ll enjoy three delicious meals per day from Monday to Friday, and two meals per day on weekends.

Medical Internship in India

Welcome to an extraordinary opportunity exclusively for students and professionals with a passion for medicine. Nestled in the vibrant state of Goa, this hospital eagerly awaits your arrival. Depending on your experience and confidence levels, you will be entrusted with a meaningful day-to-day role, surrounded by a supportive team of English-speaking professionals available to assist you at any moment.

Join our program in Goa and make a meaningful impact by dedicating your time and skills to a community hospital that serves patients from diverse backgrounds. You will work alongside the local doctor, assisting with various day-to-day activities at the hospital.

Depending on your level of experience, you will be assigned a specific role that matches your skills and expertise. This placement is particularly suitable for experienced doctors who wish to contribute to a foreign country in an authentic and fulfilling manner.

This placement offers an excellent opportunity for experienced doctors and nurses to contribute their skills. Depending on your experience and confidence level, you will be assigned a specific role at the hospital, with English-speaking staff available for support. This program is open to doctors, nurses, and medical students, providing a comprehensive experience for individuals in the medical field.

Upon arrival, there will be a formal introduction where you will learn about the hospital’s history and discuss your specific role during the program. In the initial days, you will shadow a local doctor (English-speaking) to familiarize yourself with the hospital’s operations. After this orientation period, you will become an integral part of the staff, with real responsibilities and duties. Medical students will receive guidance from local doctors and will have the opportunity to shadow assigned doctors throughout the program.

The hospital is well-equipped with facilities including an x-ray room, operating theater, A&E room, adult and child patient rooms, and a critical ward.

After completing your observational experience, you will be awarded a certificate to reflect your learning accomplishments!

Your Role

On the other hand, undoubtedly the best thing about working in healthcare or the medical field is the fact that you’ll be helping the local people of this amazing city every single day while making an impact in their lives even in just a short period. Regardless of an exhausting the work and role you may have, working in the medical field allows you to nurture your desire to help others and give back to the community as well. In this program, you will need endless patience, energy, and a sense of responsibility and accountability as you will work with patients with health problems and concerns.

Moreover, your general duties will include the following:

Shadowing, observing, and assisting with the Hospital’s daily operations.
Assists Patients/residents in their health concerns with the close monitoring of the doctor/nurses in charge.
Observe Local Doctors/nurses on duty on operations and other medical procedures.
Observe in diagnosing and treating patients’ illnesses performed by the doctors/nurse on duty.
Participate in basic triage, wound care, blood pressure measurement, and medication preparation.
Join healthcare campaigns (if there are any) for children at local schools or communities to increase their health awareness.
Partaking in the day-to-day activities of the hospital.
Note: Possible activities during your time in the hospital may vary depending on your background and experience.

Meanwhile, remember that you are exploring this place differently from the corner of your home, thus, throughout your stay, you are expected to adhere to and follow all the stated rules and regulations and to keep in mind the following considerations. This is however implemented and advised for your utmost safety while staying with us.

– You will be requested to wear a scrub during working time, you must bring a scrub with you or rent one at the accommodation when you arrive, and if possible wear a proper medical uniform.
– Be on time and always come to the hospital prepared.
– Smile and have lots of patience as you are working with patients with different medical conditions.
– Always be kind and calm in different situations.
– Be attentive to the caretaking, diagnosing and treating patients.
– Be careful when using the hospital and medical equipment.
– Please show your love to the patients as if you are their sisters, brothers, parents and the ones to lean on.
– There may be a change of time and schedules so please be patient and respect the advice of your local program coordinator.
– Be respectful with the local staff, fellow participants, patients, and hospital staff at all times.
– Adhere to the rules and regulations of the hospital you’re working with.
– Beware of the medical protocols, procedures and guidelines of the hospital.
Work closely with your local program coordinator alongside hospital staff.

Besides that, you may also have the best time throughout your stay as you will engage in fun, relaxing and recreational activities held after a long day of your program alongside other participants.

Finally, you can not miss every single weekend experiencing nearby scenic views and historic places. Thus, we will make sure to assist you in organizing your weekend getaways and enjoy every bit of your time!

Aims & Objectives

The project aims to cater to the needs of the local community of Goa. This is done by offering the most effective treatment possible, within the restraints of the low resources and financial capacity of the hospital. The hospital also has the objective of improving the health issues of the local community. Further, it will help you broaden your perspective of international medical care and treatment and glimpse of the medical system and approaches around India.

Schedule

Monday
After breakfast at the accommodation, you will leave for the hospital. If this is your first week, there will be a full introduction with all the staff. At this point, you will also discuss your upcoming direct role at the project. You will be introduced to the equipment and the current operating procedures present at the hospital.

If it is not your first week, you will get straight to work in your general tasks and other duties, depending on the needs of the hospital at the time. You will have your packed lunch at the hospital and continue work.

Tuesday to Friday
You are required to provide your specialized support to the local hospital from 7.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. as a doctor. You will have your packed lunch at the hospital and continue work.

***This schedule can be changed and/or amended depending on weather conditions, local conditions and unforeseen circumstances.

Requirements

The following are further necessary for the participants, local staff and everyones involved to have a meaningful, enjoyable and safe placement.

– This project is available to those who have enrolled in a university course in any of the medical fields.
– You would be required to give us your CV and a “Letter of motivation” before being accepted into this placement.
– A reference letter authorized by your university, the hospital, or the clinic you are presently working at.
– Proficient understanding of healthcare principles.
– High level of efficiency, accuracy and responsibility and can work under pressure and is a team player.
– Excellent time management and self – organizing and strong desire to take on new challenges and learn as much as possible.
– You are required to purchase travel insurance prior to your arrival.
– Have completed or recommended the following vaccines: Polio, Hepatitis A, Diphtheria/Tetanus, Typhoid, Malaria, Hepatitis B, Tuberculosis.
– Please bring your own scrubs and stethoscope. In addition, you can also bring your own face mask and medical glove.
– Bring comfortable working clothes and shoes (preferably medical uniform or white overcoat) and must follow the dress code policy.
– An environmentally friendly sunscreen or lotion is also advised to protect you from the heat of the sun and please carry with you preventive agents, such as mosquito repellents when having an outdoor activity.

India is a Conservative Country, please wear modest clothing covering knees and shoulders. Loose and long clothing is both respectful and tends to keep you cooler in hot climates.Cover up as much as possible in the spirit of the local culture to avoid embarrassment. Your clothes must not be too short, too tight, or too revealing. Kindly make sure your shoulders and legs are covered.

It is completely fine to wear western clothes as long as they fit the local standards.
Be thoughtful of the graphics, symbols or text printed on your clothing and avoid wearing clothing styles that might be inappropriate especially when visiting monasteries, temples or schools during your spare time.