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#Increased confidence in clinical skills; personality improvement #Various clinical procedures, medical knowledge #Improved medical environment; a valuable experience
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I feel like I''ve gained a lot of confidence in key procedures such as IVs! Previously, failed IV insertions were a source of stress, but now I think I can perform them confidently. I also reconsidered hygiene and the hospital environment, and resolved to study harder to provide correct nursing knowledge in the future. I''m proud that my previously anxious personality seems to have improved a lot. :)
Medical volunteer work in Phnom Penh, Cambodia treating children that anyone can participate in. Review by Cha O-yeon, a gap-year participant |
# Even now, after returning to Korea, life in Cambodia often comes to mind.
Hello! I''m a 23-year-old nursing student.
Lately I felt unsatisfied with my life and lost my sense of direction, so I had a lot of worries.I was wondering how to spend my break meaningfully; with daily clinical practice I didn''t have much to put on my personal statement, and thinking about the future made me feel depressed.
Actually, I joined this Cambodia gap year without knowing exactly what it was, butwith the expectation that it might help my nursing studies, I rushed to apply two days before finals together with a senior classmate. The time I spent in Cambodia was more enjoyable than expected, and even now after returning to Korea, the days there often come to mind. :)
*Wanting a new experience in life, Cha O-yeon decided on the project with a professional consultant and resolved to start a gap year.If you dream of a new start but find it hard to start on your own, I highly recommend 1:1 consulting with a gap-year specialist!
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# I was happy to see and learn various techniques I couldn''t experience in Korea.
It was really great to be able to directly experience invasive procedures in Cambodia. While trying various techniques that are difficult to experience in Korea, I once again felt the importance of sterilization and the need for appropriate manuals. I was greatly impressed by how Cambodian medical staff strive to keep improving despite poor conditions, and I was able to learn about diverse ways of life. Also,by participating practically in the work (my experience varied by department), I was able to indirectly experience what working abroad might be like, which greatly helped in deciding my career path.
Of course, life in Cambodia didn''t always look like a bright rainbow.Because the hospital environment was different from Korea''s, everything felt unfamiliar at first. Howeveras time passed I was able to adapt on my own, and one by one new things began to catch my eyeThe newly introduced renal center, the EMR electronic system, the newly made specimen transfer tubes for sending samples to labs, nurses who regularly go abroad for internships — everything was impressive. Also,I was able to experience various cases such as drug addiction that you can''t encounter in Korea, so it was truly a precious experience I wouldn''t trade for anything.
# I resolved to study more in the future so I can provide correct nursing knowledge.
I feel like I''ve gained a lot of confidence in key procedures like IVs! Previously, failed IV procedures used to be stressful, but now I think I can perform them confidently. I also reconsidered hygiene and the hospital environment, and resolved to study harder in the future to provide proper nursing knowledge.I''m proud that my overly worried personality seems to have improved a lot. :)
Also, I find myself thinking a lot about the nursing classmates my age who participated with me in the Cambodia gap year program. Since we were in the same nursing department, we could talk more, and the times we shared our hospital experiences and empathized with each other''s struggles now make me smile.
Looking back on the Cambodia gap year now, it wasn''t always perfect, but it seems to have been full of satisfying days.I keep thinking of the rural town where I grew up, so I feel more attached to Cambodia. The memories of practicing at the hospital, having a beer and watching a movie in the evenings, and traveling on weekends will likely come to mind often in the future.
# Cambodia medical volunteer work — here''s my daily routine!
My daily routine followed the hospital schedule.I enjoyed practicing in the emergency room and was able to see, feel, and experience various cases firsthand.Of course, I practiced hard at the hospital and helped the doctors, but I also made sure to fully enjoy traveling around Cambodia. :)
While traveling in Cambodia, I''ll introduce my personal travel route!
Week 1: Siem Reap (about 7 hours) > Angkor Wat (It''s good to book a Korean-speaking guide before departure, and I recommend reserving both the big tour and the small tour in advance.)
Week 2: Visit Koh Rong (you take a boat from Sihanoukville and it takes about 2 hours). It would be helpful to learn to ride a scooter beforehand.
Week 3: I recommend Mondulkiri and Phnom Udong as travel destinations.
# My tips for preparing for a Cambodia medical volunteer gap year!
Thanks to the checklist handed out during the gap year, I was able to conveniently pack my supplies! As someone who experienced the Cambodia gap year first, I want to share packing items and helpful tips with you. Because everyone experiences different situations and needs different things, please use this as a reference!
1. Bring plenty of towels! Daily essentials (shampoo, conditioner, etc.) can run out quickly, so I recommend bringing large sizes or buying them locally.
2. Bringing various medicines and antibiotics will also be useful for unexpected situations.
3. I also recommend bringing insect repellent and a shower filter.
4. Prices can be a bit high, so it''s good to plan exactly how much you''ll spend.
5. It''s important to consider in advance whether you want to focus on volunteering or on clinical practice.
I hope these tips help with your gap year in Cambodia. :)
Cha O-yeonthat they visited Overseas medical volunteer project in Phnom Penh, Cambodia Want more information?!
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