Amazing Nairobi

My experience in Nairobi was amazing. I learned so much and even had the opportunity to participate in procedures like drawing blood and performing a lumbar tap. The doctors at Mbagathi hospital were also really friendly, and they went out of their way to teach me about medicine. I was there in March and April, and it was very hot, but the hospital is outdoors and the occasional breeze is nice. I was in Nairobi by myself, but Joyce and Grace were very welcoming and helpful. Overall, it was a great learning experience, and I highly recommend it to premed students.

An Invaluable Experience

My time at the Mbagathi District Hospital in Nairobi was a challenging but enriching experience. I split my time between the paediatric and newborn units and the hands-on experience I received was invaluable. The doctors were friendly and approachable and willing to explain anything you didn't understand.The program is well organised and the program coordinator in Nairobi was excellent at ensuring that everything was running smoothly. I would highly recommend this program to any senior medical student who is looking for a safe, enjoyable and highly practical elective program with the benefit of immersing yourself in a new culture!

Mbagathi District Hospital; An Experience Like Never Before

I chose Elective Africa because it was something I had never experienced before. I was a little bit nervous because it was my first time in Africa and Kenya alone.

The program representatives were very supportive to me and assisted me no only settle down in a home away but also became part of family for me guiding me through my stay at all times.

I enjoyed my time at Mbagathi District Hospital in the dental department. It was very interesting to see a public hospital setting in a developing world for the first time. I enjoyed this experience because I was able to observe conditions that are normally not seen back in the states.

I was also able to assist the medical professionals such as dentists during root canal and dental scaling procedures.

Overall the program allowed me to experience Kenya and my internship to the fullest I would recommend this program to others who wish to have an outstanding experience in Africa.

Outstanding Experience