Education Article
How to organize a medical elective
Authors:
Georgina Wellstead,
Lister Hospital, Stevenage, London, GB
About Georgina
BSc(Hons), MBBS
Kiron Koshy,
Brighton and Sussex University Hospital, London, GB
About Kiron
BSc(Hons), MBBS
Katharine Whitehurst,
Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital, London, GB
About Katharine
BSc(Hons), MBBS
Buket Gundogan ,
University College London Medical School London, WC1E 6BT, GB
About Buket
BSc, MBBS
Alexander J. Fowler
Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, London, GB
About Alexander J.
BSc(Hons), MBBS
Abstract
The medical elective is often considered a major highlight of the medical school experience. However, organizing an elective can be a daunting experience. From selecting a destination, to securing bursaries, the road is fraught with uncertainty. In this article, we provide some guidance on how to successfully organize a medical elective. This includes the selection of the destination; options for research or clinical practice and tips for budgeting and acquiring travel bursaries.
How to Cite:
Wellstead G, Koshy K, Whitehurst K, Gundogan B, Fowler AJ. How to organize a medical elective. International Journal of Surgery: Oncology. 2017;2(6):e28. DOI: http://doi.org/10.1097/IJ9.0000000000000028
Published on
15 Jun 2017.
Peer Reviewed
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