A reflection on my time in Nepal We have been in Nepal for almost two weeks now, and it has been nothing short of an amazing experience being immersed into a culture that feels much different from my own. I have felt so much hospitality and kindness from Nepali people, and I am grateful to…
Throughout my time in Nepal, I have witnessed the ways in which culture and religion greatly impact society and the healthcare system. Talking with nursing students at the hospital allowed me to gain insight into Nepali culture and learn about everyday norms. Something unique about the Nepali culture is that while the vast majority of…
My time in Nepal has been absolutely incredible, offering me countless valuable lessons and enriching experiences. I have learned so much about the culture, healthcare system, and the way the Lord is actively at work here in Nepal. I feel confident that this experience will profoundly influence both my future in healthcare and my daily…
Being able to shadow in the Tansen United Missions Hospital has been an eye-opening experience and blessing. The physicians were extremely welcoming and willing to take the time to translate, explain, and inform on various cases and methods of treatment. We’ve been able to witness cases, conditions, and diseases that are not prevalent in the…
Reflecting on this experience in Nepal thus far is difficult because I have experienced so much. Looking back it feels like we left the United States months ago, but it has not been two weeks yet! Coming to Nepal after working for four years in healthcare through the pandemic and aftermath of such I did…
Today was the last day of shadowing at the United Mission Hospital. It’s a bittersweet day, as we are all exhausted but had such a wonderful experience there. Every staff member and student there was so welcoming and taught us all so much! Below are some pictures from our last day. This is where the…
May 16, 2024
Ella Lubberts
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Our day started off per usual with toast, eggs, and Starbucks coffee Prof. Sinniah brought from the US. Today is day three shadowing at the hospital with the Preeps chasing doctors around the hospital and the Nursing students continuously looking for the our peers that seem to disappear in a blink! Today Amelia and I…
Little did we know that Jon and Tyler were going to be a meg hit with the Nepali nursing students in Tansen. Below, they are with Nepali nursing students who were wanting to be photographed with them! These pictures are about a fourth of the photos they took with students. Enjoy the J-T show!
Today we got to sleep in, which was very relative as some woke up at 5 AM and some at 8 AM. We had a late breakfast and then learned about healing through prayer with Dr. Beels. After our lesson, the nurses and the “preeps” split up once more. The nurses made their way to…