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- 90% of Cambodia's poor live in rural areas, which lack quality healthcare and skilled teachers.
- The majority of the popualtion depends agriculture for basic survival, with a lack of sanitation facilities in rural areas.
- Many poor familes simply cannot afford to send their children to school. There are also limited resources in many schools.
- Malnutrition is evident in Cambodia, with around 5% of children under 5 experiencing stunted growth.
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- Gain an in depth experience within a rural hospital in a developing country.
- Shadow local doctors, nurses, and medical professionals on their daily rounds.
- Widen your knowledge and gain practical experience of international medical care and treatments.
- Provide medical assistance to local people from the community with little access to resources.
you can do?
- Transfer pre-existing medical knowledge to the local doctors
- Exchange ideas and practices with the doctors and learn new techniques
- Dependant on experience, get a hands on role in the hospital, helping with various treatments
- Observe and monitor hospital practices and gain practical knowlege
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PROJECT NAME: HOSPITAL INTERNSHIP
LOCATION: SAMRAONG, CAMBODIA
START DATES: WEEKLY (SAT/SUN ARRIVALS)
ACCOMMODATION: VOLUNTEER HOUSE (SHARED ROOMS)
MIN DURATION: ONE WEEK
MIN AGE: 18+
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS OR STUDENTS IN RELATED FIELD
PROJECT COSTS: From US$305 + APPLICATION FEE
Overview
For those practising or aspiring to practice medicine, hospital internships are a unique option to provide in depth experience within a rural hospital in a developing country. Depending on current skill levels, you can transfer pre-existing medical knowledge where possible and provide overall assistance to this understaffed hospital facing the many challenges found within developing countries.
Observe and absorb knowledge through shadowing qualified in house medical staff. See first hand treatments you may not have access to seeing in your home environment.
The hospital aims to offer affordable health treatment to the inhabitants in this area and is normally inundated with patients suffering from all types of common and uncommon medical conditions.
Many options are available for volunteers depending on your skill level. You’ll spend the first couple days observing and being assessed for your experience level which will be discussed and agreed to with the head doctors or nurses in order to optimize your contribution to the hospital.
We are able to offer experienced participants with daily roles as nurses and doctors. You will begin by observing and monitoring hospital practices and carrying out daily tasks around the hospital, helping out where needed. After this, you will progress to a more “hands on” role at the hospital.
In accordance with Cambodian law, this program will always supervised by a registered doctor. The hospital director and many of the staff have a decent level of English. Participants will also be accompanied with a coordinator, who will ease the process of cultural exchange on both sides. This program is designed for proactive individuals and groups that are prepared to adapt to the local environment and current needs. This specific program is designed to give participants the maximum level of interaction in the hospital.
Details of the Hospital;
- 84 beds
- 6 doctors, 20 nurses, 2 mid-wives
- Maternity ward
- This hospital is known as level 2 hospital. Some diseases they can’t treat here so they need to transfer to other hospitals that are on level 3.
- Mainly emergency operations happen here, such as appendectomy and Cesarean Section.
You are also able to head out into the community to educate the local children about personal hygeine, such as hand washing and dental care.
Location
Samraong is a rural village, located North of Siem Reap and right on the border with Thailand. The city of Siem Reap is about 120 km away from Samraong, currently about 4 hours by car, depending on the condition of the road. During raining season the trip may take considerably longer. The rural location allows greater cultural immersion and to really live like a local and gain a deeper travel experience.
Project Tasks
- Gain insight into the Cambodian healthcare system and practices
- Observe and shadow local medical professionals at a rural hospital in Cambodia
- Broaden your perspective of overseas medical care and treatments
Food & Accommodation
You will stay in a dedicated volunteer guest house, with up to 20 other volunteers in single gender rooms with max 4 p/room. Every room has its own Western style toilet and shower. There are limited laundry facilities so expect to wash your clothes by hand. There are communal indoor and outdoor areas for socializing and eating. The accommodation is basic, but clean & comfortable with local staff sure to go out of their way to ensure you’re happy! Wifi is included in public areas (speeds can vary). There are no safety deposit boxes however the rooms are lockable. There is a private bathroom per room. Bed linen is provided, however volunteers should bring their own towel. Mosquito nets and fans included but no air con!
















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In most cases, you’ll need an established medical background – studying on a pre-medical track, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, occupational/physical therapy, or working in a relevant field. This program is designed for proactive individuals and groups that are prepared to adapt to the local environment and current needs.
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Projects | 1 week | 2 weeks | 3 weeks | 1 month | 2 months | 3 months |
*Culture Orientation WeekApply now | 275 | 455 | 655 | 895 | 1795 | 2655 |
-Medical Community OutreachApply now | 305 | 635 | 915 | 1195 | 2355 | 3500 |
-Mangrove Environment ConservationApply now | 395 | 735 | 1100 | 1460 | 2885 | 4300 |
-28 Day Cambodia Road TripApply now | 1425 | |||||
-Marine Conservation & DivingApply now | 1755 | |||||
-One off application fee of US$275 applies in addition to the above program fees -Application fee covers unlimited placements or countries at time of booking!! (maximum 12 week period) *Please note, orientation week costs an additional US$40 to cover transportation costs Click Here to convert the above prices to your local currency -We DO NOT charge any credit card fees! (unlike some of our competitors) |
- Accommodation
- 3 meals p/day & 2 p/day at weekends
- Arrival airport transfer (Sat/Sun arrivals)
- Filtered drinking water, coffee & tea
- 1 day orientation
- Daily transportation to project
- In country 24/7 support & emergency assistance
- Fundraising support
- University course credits (where applicable)
- Certificate of Completion
- Airfares
- Travel Insurance
- Tours, Souvenirs & spending money
Volunteers are strongly encouraged to take up the 1 week introduction to Cambodia to ease volunteers into the lifestyle and pace of Cambodia. You will get to know your town and it’s facilities and everything required to make your stay comfortable. Most volunteers benefit greatly from having a deeper understanding of the local culture, language and customs before commencing your chosen project.
The introduction week is not mandatory however so for those who want to get straight into it, no problem, a brief orientation will be provided, showing you the local area and explaining the general norms/ do’s and don’ts, etc.
An arrival airport pick-up from Siem Reap is included in the cost of your placement. The ground coordinator in Cambodia picks up participants at the airport if you arrive during the weekend. The participants will be arranged to stay in Siem Reap overnight if your flight arrives after 14.00 hours as there is no available taxi from Siem Reap to the homestay centre. A Tuk Tuk will be used for transporting from the airport to the Cambodia guest house and/or bus station. Arrivals after the weekend need to make their way to Samraong, Cambodia on their own accord. Projects commence every Monday.
Once in Samraong Cambodia, you can easily get a motorcycle or scooter to go anywhere, or you can borrow a bike at the centre. Many roads in Cambodia are not very good, so you should be especially careful when driving at night.
Monday-Friday – The schedule for this program is highly flexible and depends a lot on local needs and your skills. You can expect to accompany the doctor on his rounds at around 7.30am every morning and be prepared to assist in various tasks based on your own level of experience. The Hospital Director will schedule your program when a resume and qualification certificates have been received.
Weekends – are always free after Hospital Medical program. Relax at your Home stay accommodation, take a bicycle into town, or expand your sightseeing and visit the many more sites in the Oddar Meanchey Province or take a taxi to Siem Reap for the weekend. Friendly staff are always there to make your choice easier with advice.
Here are a few things to do in Cambodia…
Angkor Wat
You can’t make a trip to Cambodia without visiting Angkor Wat. This is a stunning temple. Head there for sunrise to get the reflection over the water. Angkor Wat can easily be reached from the friendly backpacker town of Siem Reap.
Rabbit Island
Koh Tonsay or ‘rabbit island’ is situated a 30 boat ride from the town of Kep. This small paradise island has no wifi, only a handful of cafes and that’s about it! All the accommodation are simple wooden beach bungalows, which just adds to the simple way of living. This is a great chance to get away from the crowds, enjoy the sunset over the ocean and to really and truly relax.
S21 Prison & Killing Fields
The Khmer Rouge era was a tragic and horrific few years in Cambodia’s past, where millions of people were killed or sent away to work at various camps. Visit the S21 prison, where people were held as prisoners. This is quite a saddening visit but one that allows a better insight and understanding into exactly what happened during this time. The killing fields are situated just out from the capital. Again, a sad but very humbling visit.
Sihanoukville
This beachside town is popular with backpackers, for its lovely beaches and great nightlife. The best beaches are found off from the mainland, where there are plenty of island-hopping tours.
Siem Reap
The main town closest to Angkor Wat, this is very backpacker friendly, with plenty of cheap places to stay of you want to visit on a weekend. There are many bars, clubs and entertainment in the evenings. During the day you can visit the nearby temples, floating markets, get a fish pedicure in town or a relaxing massage.
Jungle Trekking
There are plenty of hiking and trekking trails available in Cambodia. There’s lush jungle, gorgeous waterfalls and plenty of wildlife. You can head into the Cardamon mountains, Mondulkiri province or head to natural waterfalls on the outskirts of Siem Reap or Phnom Penh.
Battambang
This countryside town is known for it’s colonial buildings and artsy vibes. While still quite rural, the town has lots of cafes and western places to eat, as well as markets of all kinds. Head out into the country and check out the bamboo train. This used to be a very basic wooden panel which you sat on to ride through the countryside. It has now been updated with proper seats but still a fun and unique thing to do!
In most cases, you’ll need an established medical background or studying on a pre-medical track, medicine, nursing, pharmacy, occupational/physical therapy, or working in a relevant field.
Although the Kingdom of Cambodia is rich in natural resources, decades of war and internal conflict have left it one of the world’s poorest countries. The average salary in Cambodia is less than US$1.50 a day, and around a third of people live below the national poverty line. Poor living conditions are particularly prevalent in rural parts, where access to safe drinking water is barely above half. Human traffickers exploit the vulnerable with heart-breaking cruelty.
Cambodia’s poor people number almost 4.8 million, and 90 per cent of them are in rural areas. Most of them depend on agriculture for their livelihood. Two thirds of the Cambodia’s 1.6 million rural households face seasonal food shortages each year. Rice alone accounts for as much as 30 per cent of household expenditures. Rural people are constantly looking for work or other income-generating activities, which are mainly temporary and poorly paid..
Involvement Volunteers programs in Cambodia enable you to experience Cambodia as a local, participating in their daily activities while offering yourself in the benefit of those less fortunate. All the projects are grass rooted; working with local people for local people. Within all the projects we value the education factor and the intercultural exchange very highly delivering an educational experience for volunteers.
Cambodia is warm and tropical throughout the year, with a wet and dry season and temperatures ranging from 21 to 35 °C.
December to Febuary are considered the best months to visit, due to the cooler climate (although still warm).
March to June is very hot, sometimes over 40 degrees but it’s usually dry.
June to September is hot, humid and monsoon season. The positive of travelling in this season is that everything is so grean, prices are cheaper and there are less tourists.
October and November also have showers but the weather is slightly cooler. Showers are usually predictable and happen for short bursts in the afternoons.
Cambodia has a rich culture, with around 97% of the population following the Buddhist religion. They have many great temples, including the most famous one, Angkor Wat, which is a must visit. Cambodian people have a great respect for their elders and put an importance on having a strong family unit. They are very kind, a little shy but very friendly and will be eager to learn about your culture back home. Cambodia also has a dark past and you will see many reminders of the Khmer Rouge era where millions of innocent people were captured and killed. Despite this, Cambodia nowadays has a relaxed, friendly and welcoming vibe, with lots of arts and culture.
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