Medical Mission to Fiji-Nov 2013

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Project Details

fiji

Ba

Program:
Vision Care

Project Type:
Eye Surgery

When:

11/16/2013 to 11/30/2013

Director:
Jacqueline Luck

Medical Director:
N/A

Project Coordinator:

Currently Recruiting for Vision Care Participants

Overview
Our first project in Fiji was in 2012. We have a health Center here with an optical shop and the only Audiologist serving the poor in this region. We are excited about the possibilities to serve this region and would love to have you join one of our pioneer project teams!
Here’s some things you may need to know:

About Ba:
 The South Pacific nation of Fiji is comprised of 322 islands. About 100 are inhabited and the rest of the islands remain nature preserves. The majority of Fiji is mountainous with several peaks exceeding 3,000 feet. The smaller islands are a mixture of coral and limestone.

Fast Facts:
 Official Name: Republic of Fiji Capital City: Suva
Languages: English (official), Fijian Religions: Christian, Hindu, others
Population: 890,000 Country Code: +679

Climate:
 Fiji enjoys tropical conditions throughout the year with gentle trade winds tempering the heat and humidity. Fiji receives 100 inches of rain annually. The rainy season is from December to April. The seasons in Fiji are opposite that in the Northern Hemisphere.

You will be in Fiji during the dry winter season. Temperatures will range from 22° C (66° F) to 31° C (88° F).
Immunization Requirements:
 None required. Please check with a travel physician or clinic, local health department or the Center for Disease Control (CDC) for other recommendations. Routine immunizations should be up-to-date.
http://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/fiji.htm

Country Entry Requirements:
 A visa is not required if staying less than four months. A US passport valid for at least three months from the date of departure is required. Please contact the US State department’s travel website for current information about entry requirements for Fiji.
http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1135.html#entry_requirements
​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Canadian Citizens: You do not need a tourist visa. Please check this website for the most current entry requirements: http://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories
Airport:
 Nadi International Airport (NAN)
***Do not book your flight until you have heard from an MMI staff member that you have been accepted on the project.***
Medical/Dental Professionals:
 Please send a copy of your current

diploma

and license. MD, DDS, DMD, RN, NP, PA, and surgeons, please send your CV also. Surgeons need to send their surgical privileges list please.Lodging and Accommodations:
 The team will stay at a basic hotel while on the project.
Internet: no
Phone Service: check with your cell phone provider
Voltage: 240 v (3 pin outlets)
Meals:
 Meals are provided by MMI staff. Be sure to bring your own re-usable water bottle with a wide mouth for refilling with purified water supplied by MMI.
Daily Program (subject to change)
 The daily program will be explained by your project director at the orientation meeting on the day after the team arrives. A typical schedule of your day will be:
Monday-Friday
 6:30 am Breakfast and Devotional time
8:00 am Departure to clinic site
Lunch at project site
4:30 pm Close clinic and back to accommodations
6:30 pm Supper
MMI Meeting/Activity
Weekend Plans
 There will be some touring options on the weekend for you to consider for some rest and relaxation.