Bush Bursary Testimonials

“The kindness and connectedness of people in rural areas are some of the key reasons I am so interested in pursuing a career in rural health, and these two weeks have only served to further solidify this passion. 

"Outside of the amazing clinical exposure, we spent the evenings sharing delicious meals, talking about the benefits of living and working in rural areas.”  

Allison Bicknell | Cowra and Canowindra  

“I admired the generous hospitality of the communities I visited, the easy going and welcoming nature of the people I met, as well as the beautiful beaches and coastal hikes I did in my leisure.” 

Deepthi Kramadarhi | Moruya 

“This experience has left an indelible mark on my professional journey, shaping my commitment to patient-centred and community-driven rural healthcare practices. 

"Witnessing and participating in various medical procedures, from minor interventions like sutures to major surgeries such as C-sections and laparoscopic cholecystectomies, provided me with invaluable insights into rural healthcare. Engagement in critical activities like ventilating and bagging patients, as well as conducting venipunctures, significantly broadened my clinical skills.  

"As a result of this experience, I would seriously consider moving and practicing in the Bega community. I will be singing my praises of this beautiful place and will no doubt be back again!” 

Dominic Russell | Bega 

“As someone interested in rural and remote healthcare but lacking experience, this placement has taught me a lot about the difficulties facing healthcare delivery as well as the many wonderful opportunities for learning and genuine connection that exist in a community such as Bourke. 

"The clinic days afforded some valuable clinical exposure, and the days spent out in community showed me the importance of relationship-building and consistency in any attempt to improve health engagement and outcomes.” 

Jareth Head | Bourke 

READ MORE BUSH BURSARY ARTICLES:

• From camping to C-sections, students experience all rural life has to offer on summer Bush Bursary placements (2024)
• Medical students passionate about our little towns (Australian Rural and Regional News, 2024)
• Bush Bursary Program (Wentworth Shire Council, 2024)
• Med student Maddy Hawthorne enjoys Bush Bursary placement at Bega (2019)