I was delighted to recieve a review copy of the new book 'Learning Service' by Claire Bennett, Daniela Papi-Thornton, Joseph Collins, and Zahara Heckscher. These four experienced volunteers and program directors explore the dark side of international volunteerism and offer suggestions for improvement. Most of my international development experience has been and is with highly … Continue reading Review of ‘Learning Service’
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Travel tips
As part of my international anesthesia education work I have found myself in some interesting and out-of-the-way places. Consequently I have picked up some tips. I figured this was a good place to share them. As I add more I'll bump this post. On these trips there is often much equipment to take. Consequently, personal luggage … Continue reading Travel tips
Books
For anyone interested in 3rd world aid (medical or otherwise), the following are a great resource. Granted, they are largely of one mind regarding the big picture, but it's hard to argue with people of their experience.As I find them, I will post additional books of interest on the 'Global Health / Surgery Books' page.The … Continue reading Books
New idea
Dusk on Cape Coast Given the fast approaching New Year, thought I'd fire up an idea I've been toying with - blogging. I find writing things down to be a worthwhile way to solidify ideas. Twitter is too brief, LinkedIn too formal, FaceBook too..... social. Blogging may be juuuust right. I hope to start / enter into conversations … Continue reading New idea
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