Medical Electives

MEDICAL ELECTIVES

PREVIOUS ELECTIVES...

SARAH MORRISON HOLLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL NURSING

“Nursing in Nigeria is very different to that of the UK. Instead of simply putting your hand on the necessary drugs or equipment , you need to think of alternatives they were not available for treatment. But one of the main differences is being able to openly share the love of Jesus with those in your care every day. To me that’s where we fall down with our care of patients here.”

DR REBECCA DODDS KIKUYU HOSPITAL MEDICINE

“One of the benefits of a medical career is the opportunities to travel and work abroad. My experience of serving as a medic in a low resource setting has been challenging and rewarding. I’ve been exposed to medical conditions, social conditions, and limitations which I’ve never come across in a developed country, broadening my medical knowledge and experience.”

In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive' - Acts 20:35

There is no greater privilege than being able to use the gifts Christ has given you to serve Him than by serving others. By choosing to do your elective with Mission Africa, you will not only get the opportunity to work in the hospitals, but you will find joy in sharing the love of Jesus through serving the sick. Once you have decided to do your elective with us what does this look like practically?

APPLICATION PROCESS

Secure your place early as places are limited. To enquire or apply, please contact info@misionafrica.org.uk to express your interest and request an application form.

When application forms have been completed we will request your references and arrange to meet with you. Once you have been accepted we will guide you through all the logistics of your elective. We normally organise your flights, transport, accommodation for you. We can also organise some tourist activities for the end of your trip.

You will be given orientation before you travel and debrief on your return from travel.

COST

Because every elective varies in its location, length of time and activities undertaken we can not give a definite cost. Once we start to organise some logistics of your trip we will be able to communicate more clearly what the total cost of your trip will be.

KENYA

KENYA

PCEA KIKUYU HOSPITAL

ABOUT:

Healthcare standards in Kenya are slightly more advanced than the equivalent hospitals in Nigeria, but the need for Mission staff and investment is still high. Mission Africa has established a partnership agreement with the Presbyterian Church of East Africa and we can offer placements in PCEA Kikuyu Hospital. Founded in 1908 by Scottish missionaries, PCEA Kikuyu Hospital has stood the test of time to become one of the most community friendly hospitals in the region.

The general hospital has four main wards: Male, Female, Paediatric, and Maternity. In-patient numbers are usually around 100. Services include: outpatients, maternal and child health, casualty (emergency room), a busy operating theatre, dental unit and an ART programme (dealing with HIV AIDS). The hospital also has an Eye Unit, which provides highly specialised ophthalmic care throughout East Africa. Also, on site is an orthopaedic rehabilitation unit with an active surgical programme. Students are invited to participate in morning prayers, outpatient clinics, casualty and to assist in the operating theatre.

FOR HOW LONG:

We can facilitate individuals or small groups of 4-6 people an for a minimum of 3 to 6 weeks.

ACCOMODATION:

Accommodation and meals can be provided at the hospital guesthouse on the grounds of the hospital. The accommodation is extremely safe as it is within the gated and guarded grounds. The room sizes vary, accomodating between 1-6 people, and there is a mixture of en-suite and shared bathroom facilities.

Kikuyu Hospital is located 40 minutes away from Nairobi, the capital of Kenya.

PCEA CHOGORIA HOSPITAL

A beautiful hospital at the foothills of Mount Kenya

ABOUT:

Like its sister hospitals, PCEA Kikuyu Hospital and PCEA Tumutumu Hospital, PCEA Chogoria Hospital was the fruit of Church of Scotland missionary endeavours. PCEA Chogoria Hospital is set in the lush countryside of the foothills of Mount Kenya. The environment is beautiful, with an exceedingly pleasant climate.

The Hospital is medium-sized, serving the needs of the town of Chogoria and it’s surrounding communities. The hospital offers the normal services - emergency casualty, general outpatients services, general surgery, maternity, but also has an ICU, kidney dialysis unit as well as CT and MRI services.

The hospital has a well-established and smoothly run programme for medical students and also boasts one of the oldest and most prestigious nursing schools in Kenya. In common with the other PCEA Hospitals, Chogoria Hospital maintains a clear Christian ethos and witness. The Hospital can accept up to 4 medical students from Mission Africa at any time.

FOR HOW LONG:

We can facilitate individuals or small groups of 4-6 people an for a minimum of 3 to 6 weeks.

ACCOMODATION:

The accommodation will be organised depending upon the group size, and will be within the locality of the hospital.

NIGERIA

NIGERIA

HOLLEY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

Situated in rural Kogi State, if you are planning an elective, you will certainly get plenty of hands on experience here.

ABOUT:

The hospital buildings and staff accommodation are in one large compound making it a safe, close knit community with a wonderful Christian atmosphere.

“If you are planning an elective you will certainly get plenty of hands on experience - running clinics and even some surgery!” Rosy -

Former Elective Student

Founded in the 1940’s in response to the needs of those suffereing from leprosy, Holley Memorial is recognised by the Nigerian Government as a place of excellence in the treatment of leprosy.

Today the hospital has grown to be a medium sized general hospital, providing specialist services in surgery, maternity and obstetrics, orthopaedics, ophthalmics and caring for an increasing number suffering from TB and HIV/AIDS. An outpatients department cares for a growing population. Alongside all this, faithful witness is given to Jesus Christ through word and action.

FOR HOW LONG:

The hospital is suitable for up to 3-4 elective students at any one time. For projects and reports it is not usually suitable for statistical studies, as there is not a broad enough patient pool. This hospital has hosted numerous electives over the years and is a good option to experience African medicine.

ACCOMODATION:

Accommodation and meals can be provided at the hospital guesthouse on the grounds of the hospital.

OPPORTUNITIES

If you enjoyed your elective, there are various other ways to serve within Mis- sion Africa. Our Short Term programme is tailor-made to suit you. Here are some suggestions to help spark ideas of how you could continue to serve.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY SPORTS MINISTRY HEALTHCARE

COMMUNITY WORK

TEACHING