Overview
At some point in their careers, many health professionals and students wish to engage in overseas work. Learning from other systems, people and cultures is invaluable and in some cases life changing. This book is a unique resource that offers necessary insights into making the most of the experience, from pre-departure training through to return orientation. It provides information on navigating the legalities and bureaucracies of international medical training and gives insights into cultural and language competencies, including how to be ethical and deferential in the exchange of situational knowledge. Preparing for International Health Experiences is a must-read for any healthcare student considering volunteering, doing mission or practical work abroad. It covers specific medical professions from paediatrics to surgery, and allied disciplines such as dentistry and nursing. Its practical tips and consideration of ethical issues will be valued by readers of different levels and experience.
Full Product Details
Author: Akshaya Neil Arya (McMaster University and University of Waterloo, Centre for Family Medicine, Kitchener, Ontario, Canada)
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Inc
Imprint: CRC Press Inc
Weight: 0.650kg
ISBN: 9781498780803
ISBN 10: 1498780806
Pages: 266
Publication Date: 22 June 2017
Audience:
College/higher education
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Professional and scholarly
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Tertiary & Higher Education
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
The book is laid out well; information is easy to find as each chapter has a table of contents...the information is practical and authentic... as a family physician, I will definitely use this book to guide me as I develop a GHE program at my institution. -Ini-Abasi Joyce Olutade, MD, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS, USA
The book is laid out well; information is easy to find as each chapter has a table of contents...the information is practical and authentic... as a family physician, I will definitely use this book to guide me as I develop a GHE program at my institution. -Ini-Abasi Joyce Olutade, MD, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS, USA
Author Information
Akshaya Neil Arya is a family doctor and was founding Director of the Global Health Office at Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University in Canada. He has also taught Global Health to Master in Public Health students at the University of Waterloo and to medical students at McMaster University where he is an Assistant Clinical Professor. Dr. Arya has had experience in Latin America, Africa and Asia as a student, teacher and guest lecturer. He is currently president of Canadian Physicians for Research and Education in Peace (CPREP).
