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How long is the fellowship?
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Where will I live?
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Will we be working outside
of New
Civil
Hospital?
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How many hours a day will I be working? Will there be any free time?
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While we are there, can I visit relatives / friends?
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What is my estimated cost?
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What happens if a fellow is sick?
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What should I do about health insurance?
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What is it like to live in the community?
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What are the qualifications for participating in MedicIndia?
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What are my chances of getting in?
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Is there a language requirement?
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Are my chances of getting accepted better if I turn my application in early?
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Are their other requirements during the fellowship?
First-year medical students generally have at least 2 months of break during the
summer. The MedicIndia program will last from June 17, 2005 to August 2,
2004. These 6+ weeks will also include an end of the term fellowship
retreat. If you are required to be in school before
or after the fellowship dates, please contact MedicIndia.
Where will I live?
For
the duration of the fellowship, participants will reside in a
nearby apartment / flat. The 2004 fellows were split into a male and
female apartment about one-half mile from the hospital. MedicIndia will do
its best to assure that fellows are provided with adequate housing and support. MedicIndia
will also accommodate for the fellows stays on orientation, weekend trips, and the
final retreat.
Will we be working
outside of
New
Civil
Hospital?
Yes. While fellows will primarily be working in the New Civil Hospital in Surat,
fellows will have a chance to work in nearby villages. In 2004, fellows
traveled in their obstetrics / gynecology and PSM rotations. External work
will include basic healthcare, preventative medicine, and community interaction.
How many hours a day will we be working? Will there be any free time?
The average working day will be between 8 and 12 hours though hours may
be extended or shortened depending on the amount of work and need of the
hospital. Ideally, the 9 - 1 shift will include clinical
rotation while the 2 - 5 shift will deal with a more individual approach.
The rest of the day will consist of group activities,
free time, dinner, and speaker preparation. In addition, some days will
include discussion of a pre-chosen issue. Yes, fellows will have free time to discover the rich culture,
religious spots, shopping, and people of Surat. Also, as noted on the
retreat page, some weekends will be available to explore India beyond Surat.
While we are there, can I visit relatives / friends?
This question will bring up argument, but from the prospective of the
group, we discourage family and friend visits. As noted on the retreats
page, one weekend is allotted for family / friend visits. Because the success of the program and
group dynamics is dependent on your involvement and commitment, you will be
required to maintain an intimate connection with the fellows, hospital, and
staff. MedicIndia does require your complete participation. Fellows are encouraged to visit family and friends before or after the
fellowship term. Fellows will be permitted to leave in cases of
emergency.
What is my estimated cost?
Fellows are responsible for flight to / from India, health insurance, a $300
project fee, and individual expenses.
MedicIndia will help support
a majority of
the stay in India. The largest expense is an airline ticket (approx.
$1200-1400).
What happens if a participant
is sick?
MedicIndia will work with local doctors and organizations to ensure that fellows
have access to appropriate medical treatment when needed. Despite the treatment
available, fellows are strongly encouraged to consult their family doctor and
take appropriate precautions (i.e. immunization shots, malaria pills, and
bottled water).
What should I do about health
insurance?
MedicIndia requires fellows to have international health and medical insurance
that will cover major capital expenses and reparations in case of major illness
during the fellowship.
What is it like to live in
the community?
MedicIndia has established a close relationship with the hospital, community,
and city. Fellows are encouraged
to live simply and immerse themselves in the community. Building a strong
relationship with the local community will make the experience more rewarding.
Fellows can expect to have close interactions with doctors and hospital staff.
What are
the qualifications for participating in MedicIndia?
MedicIndia seeks clever, creative, and energetic people with an adventurous
spirit. There are three basic requirements for application to the
MedicIndia program.
1. First-year M.D. or D.O. student
2. Attend US or Canadian accredited medical
school
3. Have a basic understanding in Hindi, Gujurati,
and / or Marathi
MedicIndia will require applicants to undergo an application and
interview process. MedicIndia is looking for
students with a passion for social service, an interest in reconnecting with India,
and a commitment to personal growth.
What are my chances of getting in?
MedicIndia is looking for qualified people with a passion for service, a desire
to reconnect with India, and a zeal to learn about international medicine. The
work and fellowship will be difficult and require a strong commitment. Students must have a desire to develop their medical knowledge and
background. We will do our best to find a place for all applicants who meet
these requirements; however, like any competitive program, success in the
application process depends on the applicant pool. Although a definite number
of participants has not been selected, a number ranging from 8-12 fellows will
be chosen.
In 2004, 8 fellowship spots were given to an applicant pool of 32 applicants.
Is there a language requirement?
Yes. Because the fellowship spans only 6-weeks, a basic knowledge of Gujarati, Marathi, and/or
Hindi is required and will be considered in the application process.
Are my chances of getting accepted better if I turn my application in early?
All applications postmarked before the deadline (March 1, 2005) will be fully
considered. Submitting an application early will give
MedicIndia more time to review your application. An early
submission is requested but not required.
Are their other
requirements during the fellowship?
While details will follow in the fellowship book on acceptance, fellows are
expected to live as examples. Fellows will not be allowed to consume
alcohol or other drugs during the term of the fellowship.
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