2017 HOPEww Medical Corps in Cambodia

Participants in this program will enjoy a mix of hands-on patient interaction and important learning exchange opportunities with local medical staff, all while experiencing the amazing culture and sites of Cambodia! For a complete description of the program, and to apply, visit hopeww.org/hsc.

Dr. Navy Kong, our local Medical Corps coordinator, shared the following trip objectives:

• Provide free primary healthcare including medical, optical, surgical and dental care to the rural poor of Cambodia by working closely with Cambodian health professionals with learning exchange opportunities at Baray-Santuk Referral Hospital, Baray Santuk Districts, KomPong Thom Province, Cambodia.

• Partake in a “Compassion Tour” through an in-depth tour of the Sihanouk Hospital Center of HOPE (SHCH) and the HOPE worldwide Medical Centers (HMCs) with good staff interaction, Q and A time and discussion of needs, opportunities, etc. While in Phnom Penh, observe inpatient and outpatient rounds with opportunities to consult based on expertise.

• Provide direct humanitarian exchange while visiting Home Base Care patients of HOPE worldwide – Cambodia. Lend social and emotional support through providing food and educational materials for 200 students as well as hunger relief for 100 OVC/AIDs destitute families. You will also have an opportunity to participate in a music therapy program for 200 homeless patients at hospices in Phnom Penh and the Kandal province.

• Enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities involving the exchange of ideas and experiences directly among peoples of Cambodia and diverse cultures.