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Dentists Volunteer in Nepal
Two German dentists volunteer at a Nepalese monastery, providing dental care and gaining a profound life experience.
German
Germany
HealthGermany NepalCommunity ServiceBuddhismDentistryVolunteer Work
Project YetiKopan MonasteryMalteser (Maltese Order)
Deborah ClementMelissa DirschGeorge Manos
- How did the dentists communicate with their patients?
- The dentists communicated with the patients using a translator and a list of essential dental terms; while some communication barriers existed, the experience was positive.
- Where did the two dentists volunteer and for how long?
- Two dentists from Munich, Deborah Clement and Melissa Dirsch, volunteered for two weeks at a Buddhist monastery in Nepal, providing dental care.
- What is the name of the dental clinic where they worked?
- They worked at "Project Yeti," a dental clinic in the Kopan Monastery in Kathmandu, established by an Australian dentist and his wife.
- How did this experience impact the dentists' future plans?
- The experience inspired the dentists to continue their volunteer work, highlighting the importance of combining their skills with humanitarian efforts.
- What was the difference in dental health between the older and younger monks?
- The monks who had been at the monastery longer had excellent dental health due to regular checkups and treatment, while the younger monks had poorer oral hygiene.