Kelly Cunningham

Having served with the Gurkhas in the army and worked with them in Afghanistan, I wanted to come and learn more about Nepali culture. I wanted to learn about how determinants of health, culture, socio-economic factors, and educational factors influence healthcare, access to care, and patients' and families' attitudes towards care.

From start to finish, the support I received from Work the World has been absolutely incredible. I have consistently been able to ask questions from the start of the process and have had access to support every single day, in person and via telephone, texts.

The Work the World house is like a big, beautiful, cosy mansion, which is so welcoming, and everyone is so friendly. 

You have your own space when you need it, and there are always people about whenever you want to chat or socialise. 

The house has a beautiful rooftop area and gardens. The food is incredible, and you have everything you need here. It really was a home away from home. 

It has been fantastic getting to meet students from other countries, learning from each other, experiencing this together and supporting each other, especially being so far away from home was incredible. Having dinner together, going to cafes, having coffee and lunches together, going out for dinner, on trips out and spending time together chatting.

All the staff in the house were an incredible support. Everyone takes the time to support you with anything, no matter what it is. I feel like the staff are a big part of what makes the trip special, and they’re available no matter what time of day. 

We were given amazing advice, guidance and support, and I can't thank everyone enough. 

Access to healthcare in the UK is free, but it is not in Nepal. Patients have to pay for all medications and equipment used. 

Family interaction is completely different, families do everything for the patient in Nepal. This meant I got so much more experience outside of norm. 

The village experience was incredible. I absolutely loved this part of the experience, and I got to experience real rural culture in Nepal and within healthcare. I am so glad I did it, I learnt so much and it really has been the experience of a lifetime. 

It was insightful to learn about the differences in treatments. Compared to my city-based placement, I could not recommend this week more! I am so thankful.

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