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Do a Dentistry internship in Nepal and kick-start your dentistry career. You’ll learn by shadowing experienced dentists in a hospital’s dental department. You’ll get an insight into how dentists work in a developing country, and have the opportunity to ask questions and learn as much as you can. This will add value to your CV, which can help your future career.
We also organise dental outreaches where you can get practical work experience. You’ll teach children to care for their teeth and gums, or share knowledge about the importance of regular brushing.
All of our dentistry placements in Nepal are in the city of Chitwan, and you’ll live with a local host family. Chitwan is known as the medical hub of Nepal, and you’re sure to have an exciting and memorable time here.
Is a Dentistry internship in Nepal right for me?
Our Dentistry internship in Nepal is perfect if you are pursuing a career in dentistry. You’ll get a deeper insight into dental practices in a developing country, and you’ll be able to build your knowledge of practical dentistry. This kind of work experience will add value to your CV, and give you interesting points to talk about in applications and interviews.
No previous experience is needed at your dentistry placement in Nepal. We have professional staff on hand to guide you, and answer your questions. This is the perfect opportunity to discover first-hand if this is the career for you, and what your life might be like as a dentist.
This project runs all year round, so you can organise a trip whenever it suits your schedule. You can join for as long as you like, with a minimum duration of two weeks.
What will I do on this Dentistry internship in Nepal?
You’ll work in the dental department of a private community hospital. There are plenty of ways you can learn and gain dentistry work experience in Nepal during your internship. These are some of your main tasks:
- Shadow and observe local dentists and experience their daily routine
- Raise awareness of the importance of oral hygiene during outreach work
- Participate in a case study project comparing Nepal and your home country’s dental practices
Your work will focus on these areas:
Shadow and observe local dentists and experience their daily routine
The main focus of your internship is to observe dentists as they work in the dental department of a private community hospital. You will see procedures and minor surgeries such as dental restorations, root canal treatments, or tooth extractions. You can use this time to expand your practical knowledge, and get a first-hand look into the reality of being a dentist in a busy hospital.
Raise awareness of the importance of oral hygiene during outreach work
When possible, you will help at Projects Abroad medical outreaches. You will speak to children about the importance of oral hygiene, and show them how to brush their teeth through songs, games, or fun activities.
Participate in a case study project comparing Nepal and your home country’s dental practices
You will be asked to participate in a case study programme during your internship. You will observe how patients are diagnosed and treated in Nepal in comparison to your home country. You will also research how such ailments would be treated in different countries around the world. Your final task will be to give an informal presentation to other interns on your findings.
Where will I be working in Nepal?
Chitwan
Your dentistry work experience will take place in Chitwan.The city is known as being the medical city of Nepal and is home to a number of top-rated medical institutions. Here, you will work in the dental department of a private community hospital. The hospital aims to provide quality health services at an affordable price for the local community.
Most of your time will be spent at your dentistry placement, but free time is yours. You can explore the cultural and tourist side of Nepal during weekends. Plan a souvenir shopping expedition, use a weekend for a trip to the city of Pokhara, or plan to trek the Himalayan mountain range!
A typical day on the Dentistry internship in Nepal
A typical work day in Nepal will be from Monday to Friday, with a 5 to 6 hour morning or afternoon shift. This will vary depending on when procedures or outreaches are scheduled.
Each day, you’ll eat breakfast and dinner with your host family. You’ll have lunch at the hospital canteen. Use meal times to chat with your host family, other interns, or hospital staff.
During your shift, you’ll shadow dentists as they treat and speak to patients. We encourage you to take notes, ask questions, and learn as much as you can from the procedures and interactions you see.
You will also take part in regular Projects Abroad outreaches. These are focused on providing disadvantaged or vulnerable people with much-needed dental and medical care.
When you’re not working, spend your free time exploring Nepal with fellow interns. Use this opportunity abroad to learn more about Nepal’s rich culture and natural wonders. Seeking adventure? Go trekking, white water rafting, or enjoy a jungle safari.
What are the aims of this internship?
The aim of this project is to give you the opportunity to expand your practical knowledge of dentistry. We also work to help disadvantaged people gain better access to basic dental care.
Almost 25% of Nepal’s population lives below the poverty line. With this statistic so high, access to basic healthcare for disadvantaged groups can be a challenge. We work with a private community hospital that aims to provide quality health services at an affordable price for the local community. In addition, we also run outreaches in underprivileged communities. At outreaches, the focus is on raising awareness about the importance of good oral hygiene.
Projects Abroad medical outreaches are free for people that attend.
To ensure that we continue working towards long-term, sustainable outcomes, we have committed to several goals in our Medical Management Plan:
- Encourage an understanding of medical practices and promote an exchange of medical knowledge
- Improve hygiene standards
- Promote awareness of non-communicable diseases
- Improve access to basic healthcare for disadvantaged groups
Join us on a Dentistry internship in Nepal to kickstart your dental career today.
Projekthandlingsplaner
Vi har utarbetat långsiktiga mål för våra projekt och dokumenterat målen i våra projekthandlingsplaner. Våra projekthandlingsplaner används också för att planera ditt arbete. Tack vare våra projekthandlingsplaner kan du vara säker på att du arbetar mot ett långsiktigt mål och vi kan kontinuerligt utvärdera och förbättra vårt arbete. Våra projekthandlingsplaner säkerställer att vi gör en verklig skillnad.
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Vi mäter resultatet av vårt arbete varje år
Vi arbetar mot långsiktigt mål med årliga delmål. Varje volontär och praktikant som deltar på ett av våra projekt hjälper oss att nå dessa långsiktiga mål. På så sätt kan även de som volontärarbetar eller praktiserar en kortare tid göra verklig skillnad. Varje person bygger på arbetet som tidigare volontärer och praktikanter gjort. Varje år utvärderar vi resultatet av vårt arbete. Du kan hitta en sammanställning av vad vi uppnått under året i vår Global Impact Report.
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Mat och boende
Du kommer bo hos en värdfamilj i Nepal. Din värdfamilj kommer välkomna dig som en familjemedlem till deras hem. De kommer lära dig mer om deras traditioner och om den lokala kulturen. Vi tror att det här är det bästa sättet att verkligen lära känna kulturen i ett nytt land. Du kommer få en unik upplevelse av Nepal.
Vi försöker alltid placera dig så att du bor med en annan Projects Abroad volontär eller praktikant. Ditt rum kommer vara enkelt men bekvämt, rent och säkert.
Din projektavgift inkluderar tre måltider om dagen.
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Fritidsaktiviteter när du är ledig
När du tänker på Nepal, tänker du då på de majestätiska Himalayabergen? Det är bara ett exempel på Nepals otroligt vackra natur. När du kombinerar det med den rika kulturen, är Nepal en fantastisk destination att utforska och volontärarbeta i.
Det finns så många olika sätt du kan utforska de vackra landskapen. Det går att köra bil off-road genom Chitwan National Park, cykla genom Kathmandu-dalen och vandra till fots i Annapurnas bergsmassiv.
På kvällar och helger rekommenderar vi att du besöker sevärdheter inne i Kathmandu som Durbar Square, där du kan stå mitt i ett antikt palats. Det tornande Boudhanath Stupa är också ett måste!
Nepal är en av våra mest populära destinationer med många volontärer, så du kommer garanterat lära känna nya vänner och reskompisar. Det gör att du kan välja mellan att utforska Nepal självständigt, eller tillsammans med likasinnade nya vänner.
Säkerhet och personalstöd
Din säkerhet är vår första prioritet. Vi har många processer och system på plats för att se till att du har all hjälp och support som du behöver. För oss är det viktigt att du ska känna dig trygg när du reser med oss. Vår egen Projects Abroad personal finns tillgänglig för hjälp och stöd 24h om dygnet. De kommer se till att du trivs i ditt boende och känner dig hemma på din projektplacering. Om du skulle stöta på något problem, finns vår personal alltid där för att hjälpa dig.
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