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Ethical reflection for medical electives.
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Abstract
Forty per cent of UK medical students undertake their elective in a developing country. Although these opportunities are often rewarding, students encounter ethical questions, both in preparation and undertaking these projects. The British Medical Association highlights three key ethical considerations for elective students: clinical challenges, cultural challenges and impact on the host institution. This report reflects on these considerations in the context of a 4-week medical elective conducted by UK medical students in the Solomon Islands.