Paediatrics and Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Tanzania

A week in paediatrics involved ward rounds presenting cases such as malaria, tuberculosis, anaemia, pneumonia etc, sitting in on outpatient clinical practice (where we would sometimes ask questions ourselves in Swahili), and learning in the neonatal clinic. My mentor was helpful, provided you demonstrated initiative and asked questions. I also enjoyed learning from 5th year medical students also doing rounds.
Obstetrics and gynaecology was exciting! Plenty of cesarians; a highlight was catching the baby, cutting the cord, weighing it, assessing its health and tending to after care. Around 6 natural labours throughout the week as well, which was incredible to be apart of. I also participated in the ward rounds of antenatal patients and gynaecology patients, and I can't forget watching a total abdominal hysterectomy...where I was kindly granted permission to dissect the tumour.
The staff are beautiful, as is the country. Food is delicious, bring warm clothes as it gets windy at night! Houses are more than comfortable! Would recommend this experience, definitely get your money's worth with midweek entertainment at night, Swahili lessons and global he lath tutorials as well!