Medical Electives

Lady Willingdon Hospital, a faith-driven and charitable institution, welcomes medical elective students to experience firsthand our commitment to serving the Kullu Valley and surrounding regions. We provide primary and secondary level medical and surgical care, delivered by a dedicated team of approximately 140 staff members, including 8 doctors, across our 55-bed facility. Our work is deeply rooted in community outreach, with four rural clinics extending our care to remote areas. We invite you to join us and witness our mission in action, especially during our busiest seasons from April to December, and to explore our rural clinics when accessible.

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Surgery

Medicine

Orthopaedics

Paediatrics

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Why choose us for your medical elective?

We offer a unique learning experience in a challenging and rewarding environment.

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See diverse medical conditions.

Participate in community outreach.

Experience our Christian ethos.

Develop skills, understand global health.

Gain cultural sensitivity and adaptability.

Visit our rural clinics.

Fee Structure:

Observership Fee: Rs. 5000 ($60) per week.

Payment:

Payable within 3 days of arrival and Rs. 2000 ($25) advance required.

Accommodation: Rs. 200 ($3) per day.

Refund:

Final refund upon key handover and final settlement.

Heater/Blower Usage: Additional Rs. 100 per day.

Food:

Not included. Use of the hospital mess requires separate payment.

Application Process

Step 1

Reserve your dates

Select the dates that work best for you.

Step 2

Fill out application form

Fill out our online application form. By submitting this form, you confirm your commitment to joining us at LWH if your application is successful.

Step 3

Documentation

To finalise your application, please send us an official letter from your university or training institution by post. This letter should:

Confirm your student status (e.g., “3rd year medical student”).
Be signed and stamped by an authorised official.
Clearly state your commitment to undertaking your elective at Lady Willingdon Hospital.

Info & Tips for your medical elective

We're thrilled to welcome you as a student observer at Lady Willingdon Hospital. During your time here, we encourage you to immerse yourself in the rich culture and unique healthcare environment of the Himalayas.

Guidelines for Your Stay:

Cultural Sensitivity:

Please be respectful of local customs and our Christian ethos in your dress and behavior.

Campus Policies:

Smoking and alcohol are not permitted on campus.

Accommodation:

International students: $60 USD/week observership fee + $3 USD/day for on- campus accommodation.
Married partners are welcome to stay on campus.
Hospital mess provides meals (pay-per-meal basis).
Fees are payable at the accounts office within three days of arrival.
A refundable deposit of $25 USD may be required.

Maximize Your Experience:

Engage actively in hospital activities and areas of interest. We encourage questions and feedback.
Explore Manali safely; our staff is available to assist. Reviewing past student diaries can be beneficial.
Contact administration for any assistance.

Visa:

A tourist visa is recommended for observers.

Getting Here:

Buses:

Tourist buses are available.
Himachal State Tourism (Chandralok building, Janpath, Delhi, +91-11-2335320, hptdc.nic.in). Cost: Approximately Rs. 1300.
Himachal Roadways Transport Corporation (ISBT Kashmiri Gate, Delhi). Cost: Approximately Rs. 1000.

Taxi:

Delhi to Manali: Rs. 10,000 (approx. $220 USD).
Chandigarh to Manali: Rs. 6000 (Approx $70 USD).
Please do NOT pay more. Our office can provide taxi booking assistance.

Air:

Alliance Air flies to Bhuntar (Kullu) Airport from Delhi (weather-dependent).
Taxi from Bhuntar to Manali (1.5 hours)

Weather:

Summer (March-July):

Warm, light cover at night. Bedding and furniture are provided. Bring good trekking boots if you intend to take some of the beautiful walks in the area. Please also bring your own eye protection.

Monsoon (August-October):

Intermittent rain, light rain jacket recommended.

Winter (November-February):

Cold (-4°C to 10°C). Rooms are not centrally heated but provision is made for warming. Please bring good wool socks, caps, gloves, and boots that will withstand snow.

What to Bring:

Rain jacket.
Stethoscope.
Scrubs.
Running shoes.
AC converter (if needed).
Personal items: Coffee, mug, water bottle, music player, pocket reference book.
Optional: Anti retroviral treatment.

What Not to Bring:

Sterile gloves (unless latex allergy).
Toilet paper, coke, large amounts of sanitizer

Useful Items for the Hospital (Optional):

Ambu bags.
Stethoscopes.
Steristrips.
Sterile markers.

Students Making a Difference

We’re incredibly grateful for our partnership with the University of Queensland. Each year, their elective students organize fundraisers to address specific needs at Lady Willingdon Hospital, making a tangible difference in the lives of our patients.

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Application Form

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Name

First

Last

Email

Confirm Email

Gender Identification

Age:

18-30
31-49
49+

Address

Select Country

Period of time you wish to come (in weeks):

First Choice

Second Choice

Languages Known

Name of the institution where you are doing your medical training:

Accompanied of Gender

Years of Medical Training you have completed:

What are the clinical subjects you have done in rotation?

Briefly, what are your medical/professional/Clinical interests:

What are the main objectives for your wanting to come to Lady Willingdon Hospital, Manali:

Contact Person and Address, in case of emergency:

Accompanied by travel partner?

Yes
No

Identify Gender

Any other information

Note: Accommodation will not be provided for partners who are not married.

Contact us at lwhhospitality@gmail.com for more information.