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Rice, known locally as baht, is one of the most important dietary staple crops in Nepal, providing roughly 40% of total caloric intake, and contributing almost 20% to the agricultural gross domestic product. In Nepal, rice is a beloved food, and it just so happens to be my last name. As such, I quickly was … Continue reading “Doctor Baht will see you now”
During the second week of my rotation, I had the opportunity to make a day trip to an outreach center affiliated with Dhulikhel hospital. The city of Dhulikhel is actually a medium-sized city and not considered rural by the Nepali. Dhulikhel hospital has 15 affiliated outreach centers located in hard-to-reach rural areas around Nepal. These … Continue reading Experiencing Healthcare in Rural Nepal: An Outreach Visit
Hello again from the UCSD Asylum Seeker Medical Screening and Stabilization Program! My month here has been flying by, and I can’t believe this is my last week working here with this incredible team and patient population. One of the Navy residents, Dr. Boone, has been mentoring me over the past 2 weeks. Clinically, the … Continue reading BORDER HEALTH IS GLOBAL HEALTH
My two weeks rotating in the Dhulikhel hospital emergency room (ER ) so far have been a powerful and eye-opening experience. Many patients come in transported by their families, with some in critical condition. By my observation, the five most common concerns are trauma secondary to motorcycle or farming accidents, COPD, heart disease, alcoholic liver … Continue reading Experiences in Dhulikhel Hospital’s Emergency Care
Costa Rica stands out for its remarkable biodiversity, frequent seismic and volcanic activity, and significant agricultural exports. The country has prioritized the preservation of its diverse ecosystems by establishing 29 national parks, interconnected by pristine wilderness. During my travels, I had the opportunity to explore Manuel Antonio National Park, founded in 1972. This park is … Continue reading Costa Rica’s Biodiversity, Culture and Commerce
During my immersion in Costa Rica's healthcare system, I have frequently been asked by locals, affectionately known as Ticos, why I chose Costa Rica. The answer is straightforward. Firstly, I aimed to enhance my proficiency in medical Spanish by learning directly from native Spanish-speaking healthcare providers. Given that 35% of San Diego County residents speak … Continue reading Costa Rica – Immersion in Healthcare System
I had an incredible time working with my research team this summer in Botswana. However, I can’t fully describe how rich my experience was without mentioning some of the adventures I was able to have outside of work.My home base in Bots was the capital city, Gaborone. Gaborone has the feel of a sprawling, bustling … Continue reading Wildlife Adventures in Sub-Saharan Africa
Dumela from Gaborone! This summer, I was given the opportunity to conduct research in Botswana under the mentorship of Dr. Adriane Wynn (UCSD) and the wonderful team at the Botswana Sexual and Reproductive Health Initiative (BSRHI). Image 1 - Flying into Gaborone With BSRHI, I learned about the important work being done to both understand … Continue reading Dumela from Gaborone! My SUMMER in BOTSWANA
Forte de Santo Antônio da Barra Eai? Tudo bem? (What’s up? All good?) I’m back again to blog about my unforgettable summer – technically, winter - in Salvador de Bahia, Brazil. (Disclaimer: unfortunately, my phone took a dive in Hawai’i a few days after I returned from Brazil, so I sadly lost the hundreds of … Continue reading WhatsApp Amigos- Salvador de Bahia, Brazil
What amazed me most when we first arrived in Quito was how close we were to the sky. At approximately 10,000ft above sea level, Quito is the second highest capital in the world, sitting among the clouds that float over the Andes. In the early mornings, a thick layer of clouds would roll over the … Continue reading From Quito to the Amazon: An Unforgettable Adventure