I Found Myself Not Wanting to Leave

My experience here in Mombasa at Coast Provincial General Hospital is something that I will always cherish. I got to experience medicine in a different light which has allowed me to grow in the right direction over these last few weeks. 

Throughout my time at the hospital, I got to observe different procedures in different departments in addition to simple observation, I also got the chance to gain some hands-on experience under supervision from different doctors and nurses who were all very friendly and eager to teach. I never felt y time at the hospital was wasted but instead ...

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I Have Seen Some Very Rare Conditions at the Hospital

As a future healthcare professional, I believe it is necessary to develop cultural competency skills that in most cases can only be developed by going out of your comfort zone, This is why I chose to come to Kenya to learn about the culture, the language, and the traditions.

This experience has given me so much to reflect on. I have seen some very rare conditions at the hospital that I wouldn't have been able to see in the US, which was an incredible and eye-opening experience. 

The physician at the Coast General went out of their way to ...

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A Remarkable Experience!

I had an amazing time here in Kenya. I feel I have truly learned so much inside and outside the hospital. I really enjoyed learning about new cultures and broadening my horizons, I am very pleased with my experience and I would definitely recommend EA to other students who are looking for electives abroad! 

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The Doctors Explained and Showed a Lot!

I really enjoyed my time in Kenya with Elective Africa. I met so many incredible people in the hospital and beyond. The entire Elective Africa staff was incredibly supportive and willing to lend a helping hand whenever and for whatever it may be. The staff at the hospital was also incredible. The doctors explained and showed a lot. I never felt uncomfortable asking a question and even had the pleasure of sharing y fair share of laughs along the way. 

Through this program, I was able to experience and immerse myself in the rich Kenyan culture while feeling safe, supported, ...

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Perfect Balance Between Learning Medicine & Understanding Healthcare Systems!

Our time with Elective Africa has been absolutely incredible from the first day. It was the perfect balance between learning medicine, understanding healthcare systems, and an amazing cultural experience. Elective Africa staff med us feel right at home throughout the entire stay while also giving us the freedom to make the trip our own and meet our personal learning goals.

It has been eye-opening and humbling to be amongst such a powerful culture and the difference between both medicine and daily life. All of the Elective Africa staff have provided their own personal stories and insights that helped us to ...

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An Unforgettable Experience!

I had an amazing experience in Mombasa through Elective Africa. Spending the days at Coast General Hospital was so beneficial to my learning experience. I got to work with incredibly intelligent and resourceful providers that were always willing to take the time to teach and explain concepts further. 

Everyone at the hospital was so welcoming to us. It was the perfect place to see good medicine being practiced in a developing country. Outside of the hospital, Elective Africa gave me the opportunity to do so many activities including visiting local schools and orphanages as well as restaurants and beaches. It ...

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I Shadowed in Pediatrics, Emergency, and Surgery,

The 2-months I have spent in Kenya have been very impactful for me. I learned about how healthcare works in African countries, which I was inquisitive about when choosing this program.

I shadowed in pediatrics, emergency, and surgery, which is where I ended up spending the last half of my program. As an aspiring surgeon, this was a quality experience for me and I got to see a lot of that. I may not have been able to see it in the US.

Many of the doctors chosen for the program go out of their way to enhance your ...

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All-round Exposure to the Kenyan Healthcare System.

Elective Africa was a great program for me to gain exposure to the Kenyan health care system. It was important got me to understand the challenges and techniques that the country has. I feel these experiences will allow me to be a well-rounded provider who is better prepared to work with a diverse population of patients. I think all future providers should get this type of experience to give them a more global outlook on public health and how to help all people they encounter. 

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An Eye-opening Experience!

Overall my experience with Elective Africa was excellent. Throughout my stay, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. The residence was comfortable and the meals were good. Speaking with the other residents and learning about the pros and cons of certain departments allowed me to choose where I worked in the hospital with confidence. 

The experience in the hospital was eye-opening: the lack of resources at the Coast General relative to most hospitals in the U.S led to unique challenges requiring deliberate solutions. The doctors were able to point out differences between care at Coast General and hospitals in the ...

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An Experience I Will Never Forget!

This experience will be truly one that I will never forget. I enjoyed my time here in Mombasa Kenya getting to learn about the culture as well as the lovely people. I think this program really allowed me to understand how the healthcare system generally operates in Africa in terms of what is working and what is lacking. I was exposed to so many different cases from postnatal diagnosis to tropical diseases, different cancers, and many more. I was introduced to the most amazing medical staff; all so determined, knowledgeable, and inspirational.In addition, I got to share my experience ...

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