The Medic's Guide to Work and Electives Around the World

by Mark Wilson (Author), Mark Wilson (Author)

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  Paperback
  2000

  $3.24

  This text is aimed at any medical student planning a medical elective or junior doctors wanting to travel or work abroad. Covering 80 destinations (including the UK), the guide offers an insight into what it is like to study and practise medicine in different countries. The author gives useful information on which hospitals to visit, their areas of specialism and practical information such as when to go, accommodation, who to contact, and related web sites. As well as the country-by-country information, the book contains general chapters covering information on planning an elective, career advice related to taking time out from medicine, occupational travel health, HIV and blood-borne diseases, and funding an elective.

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  Paperback
  2009

  $3.24

  Medicine, as doctor, nurse, physio or student, is your passport to the world , and Mark Wilson is determined to ensure that you will make the most of it! A motivational and practical guide to making the most of your time abroad; whether as a student taking a medical elective, or a medical professional looking for a longer-term change in scene. The Medic's Guide to Work and Electives Around the World provides all the information you will need to decide where in the world to go, with thought-provoking career suggestions including emergency ski patrol, forensic investigation in New York, taking part in research for NASA, or working for a charity or missionary organization. Practical advice is provided about all aspects of getting ready; including securing your position and funding, vaccinations, travel insurance, your pension while abroad, and health and safety issues. A 'what to take' list will ensure that even the most hapless traveller arrives prepared for any eventuality; but as a fallback there is always a list of embassies to contact in emergencies! New for this edition is a helpful list of recruitment agencies, focussing on agencies in Australia, New Zealand and the UK. Absolutely essential reading for any health professional or medical student planning to work abroad.