From the 12th December to 23rd December, 13 SMSV members took part in a 2 week long attachment program at one of India’s best hospitals- the Christian Medical College, Vellore. Each student was attached to a team of doctors across several departments, namely cardiology, internal medicine, obstetrician and gynecology, Community health and the various surgical specialties. Some activities the participants took part in included outpatient clinical sessions, ward rounds, and OT.

With the trip targeted mainly at pre-clinical students, the exposure gave many of the participants a taste of what clinical years had to offer. However, the experience did not just stop there for some participants- some of the participants even had a hand in delivering babies, and it wasn’t uncommon to be allowed to scrub in on surgeries either!

Most of the participants also experienced what community health in Vellore was like, which was an eye opener. Some participants got a chance to witness how antenatal care was offered to the villagers, and even participated in the process! The session offered great insight, and perhaps, comparison with rural healthcare’s district nursing services in Australia.

Amongst everything else, this trip was a great chance to embrace what India has to offer! From the great food, to abundant shopping opportunities to its picturesque street scenes, India was truly, incredible.

Date: 9th January 2012
Time: 2pm – 5pm
Venue: NUSS Guild House
#05-001 Suntec City Mall
3 Temasek Boulevard
Singapore 038983

Dress Code

Ladies: Dress, Blouse, Skirt, Pants, Collared T-shirts, with proper shoes or covered sandals

Men : Shirt with collar or mandarin collar with sleeves including sweaters, proper trousers and covered shoes.

Please note that registration is required to attend the pre-departure briefing. Due to the scale of the event, students are encouraged to bring only one guest along for the pre-departure briefing.

Click here for further information and registration.