#193 - ๐ŸŒ The Global Neo Pod - Caring for Neonates in Burundi ๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฎ
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Dr. Jennifer Harling, a pediatrician and medical missionary in Burundi, shares her experiences and challenges in providing healthcare in a low-resource setting. She discusses the decision to do medical mission work, the background of Burundi and the hospital where she works, the language and cultural challenges she faced, and the improvements she has made in neonatal care. Dr. Harling also talks about staying inspired and connected, her role in medical education, and the importance of finding a balance between work and personal life. ย  Links mentioned in the episode https://mccropders.blogspot.com Dr. Harlingโ€™s contact: [email protected] As always, feel free to send us questions, comments, or suggestions to our email: [email protected]. You can also contact the show through Instagram or Twitter, @nicupodcast. Or contact Ben and Daphna directly via their Twitter profiles: @drnicu and @doctordaphnamd. The papers discussed in today's episode are listed and timestamped on the webpage linked below. Enjoy!
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