Yat Long Tai (Barney Tai)

In June 2023, I went to the University of Riau in Indonesia for clinical attachment. It was one of the most unforgettable experiences in my life.
I had an attachment in the internal medicine department, where there are different diseases, including some unique tropical diseases like dengue fever. I broadened my horizons due to this trip. For example, I didn’t know medical students have to do night shift in other countries before I came! I also knew more about different culture like the Islam after this exchange.
I am delighted to have lessons with local medical students, who are all very nice. Even though I don’t know Bahasa Indonesian, they were so kind that they translated for me. Some even brought me to different tourist spots and invited me to their home on Eid al-Adha Day! And we kept in contact even after I came back to HK!
The Doctors also took good care of me. Maybe their English is not as fluent as native speakers, but they tried their best to teach me and explained to me what was happening. Therefore, I am more than grateful to everyone I met in Indone