On the other hand, you may find that some of the poorer hospitals are limited in the treatment they can give. Seeing procedures done in hi-tech facilities in the United States may be more relevant to your work in Britain. Remember, you can combine both into an elective. There are huge opportunities outside of hospitals. Ski patrols, diving research institutions, mountain rescue, NASA, and many non-governmental organisations that arrange community work can all be considered.
Safety Think about occupational health issues.
Do not be blas about this. You may well have to do exposure prone procedures while there. Also avoid wars. The student BMJ has regular articles that are a great starting point. Go to the library and look through past issues or alternatively go to the studentBMJ website.