Brilliant experience

Although Africa is an area of great poverty, it was brilliant to be part of a hospital that aimed to help all people in need. There was a wide range of economic statuses staying at the Morogoro Hotel and I was ecstatic to be a part of giving medical aid to all of these people. Furthermore, every person was so grateful and respectful to our mentors and us, which just made the whole experience more enjoyable.

The experience was invaluable to my outside the classroom learning, as I got to learn practical skills, people skills and more in depth information about diseases that were prominent in the Morogoro area.

The people we were spending time with both inside and outside the hospital also made a huge impact on the enjoyability of my time there. The house staff were so lovely and welcoming - it felt like we were all a family by the end of the week. The mentors in the hospital were all very helpful, (but by far Dr. Alex in the surgery department was the best), so I got to learn a great deal, and I didn't feel uncomfortable about asking questions.

I was in a surgery placement and I couldn't have asked for more than what I got. I got to see so many close-up surgeries and interesting cases - I really felt part of the medical team.
On a side note, it is not all fun and games, as there are many tragic stories that come with the placement, but it cannot be helped, and I am glad I could see the more difficult side of the job.

I am looking forward to joining the programme again.
My only regret is not staying for very long!