Jessica Saunders has a healthy experience at the National Paediatric Hospital in Cambodia
JMP student Jessica Saunders has used her MIGA Elective Grant to provide much needed medical resources for the neonatal and emergency departments at the National Paediatric Hospital in Cambodia.
Jessica was one of five recipients across Australia to receive the grant that provides financial assistance to those completing their elective in a developing country.
Jessica chose to do her medical elective abroad as she believed it would give her the opportunity to explore different health systems and provide her with a unique experience.
‘Overall, the experience exposed me to the global burden of disease, with particular emphasis on childhood mortality’ Jessica commented.
More specifically, Jessica used the grant to purchase laryngoscopes, oxygen manometers and much needed pulse oxymeters for newborn oxygen monitoring.
The program aims to bring medical skills to communities in desperate need; provide medical or other aid to communities in key areas as identified by students; and enrich students’ learning experience.
Applications are now open for the 2013 Elective Grants Program.
Read more:
http://www.miga.com.au/library/Jessica%20Saunders%20Elective%20Grant%20Report.pdf
