MEDICAL WORK EXPERIENCE INTERNSHIP IN CHINA

Learn about Medicine from a Traditional Chinese and Western perspective in this fantastic medical Internship in China's Capital City. You'll work in a hospital in Beijing, shadowing the doctors and observing the unique mix of Chinese and Western medicine that makes up their healthcare system. 

In a world of competition where an army of graduates are lining up for the top jobs, this project would set you apart from the crowd and make employers look twice.

PROJECT OVERVIEW
You'll work at a Chinese Hospital in the centre of Beijing - China's frenetic and fascinating Capital City. You'll shadow the doctors, nurses and health advisors in various departments of the hospital throughout your placement. We work at 4 different hospitals and clinics, so you will have the unique opportunity to choose an area of work which really interests you. You'll learn a lot from shadowing Chinese Doctors who are fluent in English.

This project gives you the opportunity to see how Chinese and Western Medicine mix to create a unique healthcare system. You may even have the chance to learn some Acupuncture or Naturopathy skills during your stay, and assist the medical staff with treatment like Acupuncture, Massage, Chinese herb remedies and other specialist treatments.

This project is suitable for people interested in studying or going into medicine, current medical students or qualified practitioners looking to understand medicine in another country.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN FROM DOING THIS PROJECT:

• Knowledge of Chinese Medicine

• An exciting, never-to-be-forgotten adventure into the Orient and Chinese culture

• New skills, more confidence, a greater understanding of a different culture, invaluable personal and professional development.

• An entry on your CV or résumé that will put you head and shoulders above most others in the job market

• And best of all ... an unforgettable experience!

Many of the philosophies behind traditional Chinese medicine have grown out of Taoist practices and beliefs. The observation of life and nature, how it changes and the synergy between various elements both in nature and inside the human body are very important in TCM. It is a unique and independent medical system which originated in China and developed down through the centuries imbued with the spirit of Chinese civilisation and culture. For thousand of Years, TCM has played a major role in maintaining the health of Chinese people. The two basic components in TCM are acupuncture Therapy and Herbal Medicine Therapy.

Acupuncture works through stimulating the acupoints which lie on lines or channels and therefore the body's the insertion of thin, fine needles at various points on the body. The actions of each point and combinations of points, and their effectiveness in treating different diseases, have been learnt through observation. In recent years these actions have been systematically refined and verified by modern scientific research methods.

Chinese Herbal Medicine Therapy involves the use of natural plants and minerals, each having its own specific characteristics and particular medical use to treat disease, rectify the hyperactivity or hyperactivity of yin and yang, and to help restore the body to its normal physiological functions. Chinese herbal therapy must be given by qualified TCM practitioners. Normally, the practitioner must have a diagnostic consultation, such as asking you the questions that relate to your health problems, taking your pulse and observing your tongue, before making a prescription. A prescription can be defined as a preparation which, on the basis of the differentiation of syndromes and the establishment of therapeutic methods, organically combines various herbs for the treatment in accordance with established principles.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS

A shared at the Beijing hostel

BEIJING
You will stay in a modern and friendly, central hostel along with the other volunteers. You'll usually have access to all the modern facilities you'd expect: internet access, a kitchen, TV, common room with DVDs, a security locker and a bar & restaurant on premises.

The hostel is located in a lively area, where you will have the chance to meet other backpackers and travellers. There are many shops in the surrounding area if you need to stock up on anything, and the hostel is extremely close to Beijing's famous Sanlitun Lu - or 'Bar Street', where everyone hangs out in the evening for drinks and fun! The Lufthansa Shopping Centre and other tourist hot-spots are within easy walking distance of the hostel

There are 35 rooms in the hostel and you'll share with 3 others of the same sex (you can upgrade to a single room if you prefer, just let us know at time of booking (there will be a supplemental charge for this).

FOOD:
All your food is provided in the hostel restaurant or at your workplace if you're at work during the day. Meals at the hostel are generally made up of one staple (usually rice or noodles), 2 meats and 2 vegetables - so the food here is suitable for vegetarians and meat eaters alike. Chinese food is absolutely delicious, and you'll get used to eating with chopsticks in no time!

If you're looking for that complete Chinese experience we can also arrange for you to stay with a host family in Beijing.