Testimonies
Feedback from students who have participated in the SVYM elective has been excellent. Here is what some of them had to say:
Gail Hedley:
“The program allowed me to see so many variety of diseases, which I would have rarely if at all been able to experience in the UK. The doctors and staff were always eager to ensure that I understood the conditions, and I’m very grateful to them for their patience, and the time they gave me, sharing their knowledge even when they had so many patients to see, and their time was limited...
The program is special, because of it’s diversity in the activities a student can do, you are not just in a hospital from 9-5. Although spending time in OPD, and on the wards, provides good clinical exposure, a student can also accompany doctors, and other staff into the community; health camps, mobile health clinic, Ayurvedic hospital, as well as JSS hospital in Mysore, and the ART clinic also in Mysore. Therefore because of the variety of activities available, the student can gain experience of a variety of medical areas, which are valuable for future practice…
Overall I feel that my time spent here with SVYM has definitely been worth while, and I would like to thank all of you for the effort and patience you put in, to my stay here, sharing your knowledge, your kindness and support, especially when I was having a family problem, it was not just a journey of seeking medical knowledge for me, but you also afforded me the time to experience such beautiful scenic surroundings, in such good company. Many thanks once again, and good luck for the future.”
Abi Durgam:
“The medical benefits are superb for the tribal population around Saragur, and the tribal folk are very fortunate to have such a wonderful organization and medical staff helping their ailments medically, educationally, and even through community based outreach programs, most of which I was able to see.
I enjoyed my stay thoroughly having a fulfilling experience seeing all the different clinics, presentations, mobile health medicine, the impressive schools, as well as hearing the daily thoughts of how to improve the organization even more through research studies, administrative strategies, and helpful advices from all the physicians. I hope to come back one day and contribute to the Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement.
Monica Fung
There is no doubt that you are doing wonderful work here. After more medical training, I hope to be able to come back and offer more assistance.
Varsha Padmanabhan
The staff members are so kind and friendly. Not once was I treated like a stranger in this hospital. Everyone accepted me as one of their own even if I didn’t speak the language…. The amount of exposure one gets out here is truly amazing.