EDSA Volunteer Work

EDSAEuropean Dental Students’ Association

2012-2013

VOLUNTEER WORKA short introduction


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The EDSA volunteer working group is dedicated to making a difference where it matters the most. Through volunteer programmes we are broadening the horizons and skill-set of European dental students and giving something back to the millions around the world in need of care.

In August 2012, interns from Manipal University, College of Dental Sciences in collaboration with the European Dental Students Associa-tion and Wisdomtooth( a healthcare foundation based in Washington, USA) conducted an Outreach mission in Ladakh District of Jammu & Kashmir, India.The mission titled Amchi Project was a multinational effort involving 44 doctors, dentists, interns and dental students from 3 continents involving 14 nationalities(United States of America, United Kingdom of Great Britain & Northern Ireland, Ireland, Sweden, Germany, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Croatia, Romania, Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Malaysia and India). The project was conceived one and a half years ago by Dr. Ritesh Bhattacharjee from Manipal University, India and Dr. Mina Tagt Khodabandehloo from Karolinska Institutet, Sweden.

Amchi 2012

Through initiatives such as the Amchi Programme we are committed to making a sustainable difference. We aim to deliver culturally sensitive, region specific healthcare solutions: Initiatives which are self sustainable and rooted in education and training, empowering local healthcare providers to make a positive change for their own society and population.

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In an area the size of Great Britain with a population of 180,000 people there are four dentists in one location.Leh is the main town in the area and was the base for the project.To access the outreach locations of Tangtse and Panamik the team had to cross two of the three highest mountain passes in the world. During the long winter months these areas are cut off from the rest of the world. Access to healthcare in this region is extremely poor.

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PartnersOur initiatives are in partnership with international centres of educational excellence such as our satellite centre Manipal University (http://www.manipal.edu) and world renowned NGO’s such as Wisdomtooth (http://www.wisdomtooth.org). These initiatives are entirely student led and organised, with supervision kindly donated by experienced dentists for the practical aspects of our missions.


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Our 2012 outreach project has grown into the Amchi Programme which will return to the Himalayas in summer 2013. We will continue our important work of training local nuns in basic dental care, delivering preventative care and direct treatment to these remote, iso-lated communities where access to healthcare is limited. 2013 dates are yet to be finalised. Meanwhile, we are awaiting confirmation from the district health office and Indian government

- Only students with at least 1 year of clinical experience are eligible. Enthusiasm is as important as experience!- The group will also contains established dentists and new graduates- You must be able to speak good English- Letter of Recommendation from faculty (scanned copy to email address by deadline and hard copy mailed to follow)- Curriculum Vitae- One page statement of intent

Statement of intent: 1. In less than 500 words: why you want to be a part of project2. In under 300 words: Explain your level of training and previous experience3. In fewer than 200 words: what is your previous international experience

So get moving!

Closing date: December 10th 2012.

Submit applications to: [email protected] applicants will be informed by 31/1/13

Application requirements as a volunteer for Amchi 2013

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Please be aware that while multiple students from single institutions can apply and may well be selected, we will not select groups on the strength of one or two candidates. We select only the very best candidates for the roles. If you are travelling in a group and one of you is selected and others not, the programme will not entertain appeals to change our selection due to group travel / plans.

Health ConsiderationsThe high altitude is a serious issue and can be dangerous - You will feel unwell at first: headaches, nausea, epistaxis, dyspnoea, confusion were all experienced in 2012- You MUST adhere to medical advice and acclimatise properly- Your sleep will be affected- You will lose weight- You may have to descend if unwell

You must be fit and healthy to take part. If you have any concerns or queries regarding your fitness to participate please e-mail us at: [email protected]

Volunteer Work Officer EDSA 2012-2013, Andrew BartramTrinity College Dublin, Ireland4th year dental undergraduate at Dublin Dental HospitalOfficial EDSA delegate for the republic of Ireland.Volunteer Work Officer and Medical Officer for the Amchi programme

Our aim is not only a sustained improvement in the oral health of the communities in which we train, educate and treat, but to help students realise how much they can do with their qualifications once finished studying… Every one of us can make a real difference.All you have to do is take a chance and get involved!EDSA are happy to discuss our projects further with interested parties, prospective volunteers and potential sponsors. Please contact us: [email protected]


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