We have Medical & Healthcare internships based in the coastal towns of Panadura and Kalutara (about 45km south of Colombo) and also in Galle (115km south of Colombo). Interns normally work in a variety of departments on a two-week rotation system; the most common departments are our interns observe are General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Maternity, ENT and Pediatrics. It is also possible to spend a few days interning in Neurology, the mortuary, Rheumatology and the chest clinic. If you let us know your particular interests, we can usually arrange for you to intern within your preferred areas.

Many interns do receive the chance to get much more involved in the procedures than would be possible in your local hospital at home. For example, one high school intern helped deliver five babies on just one day! This all varies based on the doctor, length of stay, and relationship with the hospital staff so please come prepared to only observe.

There are also opportunities to spend time in some specialized clinics, which usually include traditional Ayurvedic medicine. This will give you a well-rounded understanding of medicine and healthcare in Sri Lanka.

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