Optometry and Eye Care in Cuba
28 April- 10 May 2010
With Extension to Varadero
9-12 May 2010
Highlights
Hear paediatrician Dr Aleida Guevara, daughter of Che Guevara, give a talk on the inspiring Cuban humanitarian project, 'Operation Miracle.' Talk to local opticians, opthamologists, and optometrists about the challenges they face in their day-to-day practice. Take a walking tour to look at Havana’s restoration project led by a city historian and award winning architect. Drive to Cienfuegos, cross Treasure Lake by speedboat through mangrove swamps, take a scenic train journey to historic Santa Clara and then on to Trinidad where you can wander through the cobbled streets and admire the baroque churches. Walk through the stunning Topes del Collantes mountains and learn of the medicinal properties of local plants with an expert naturalist guide. Visit a successful commune in beautiful Vinales and learn about rural eye care from the resident health workers.
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Tour duration
About the tour
Cuba is a country like no other; famously communist and defiant, a tropical island with music in its veins, and the home of a healthcare system that lays claim to being world class, despite its limited resources. Gain unique insight into Cuba's healthcare system, with special focus on eyecare,on this bespoke study tour. Meet local optical specialists, visit a polyclinic, the Pando-Ferrer Eye Hospital in Havana, optical outlets and factories, and a medical training school. Learn about 'Operation Miracle', a highly successful humanitarian project started by Cuba and supported by Venezuela, which has provided free eye surgery to almost half a million poor people from 28 Caribbean and Latin American nations.
Visit the cigar factory, farms, villages, and examine the restoration of Havana. Enjoy live music, glorious colonial architecture, beautiful landscapes, stunning beaches and the vivaciousness of Cuba.
This tour is led by David Shannon. More about David.
Download the tour brochure
Our brochure contains a full itinerary and information about the Optometry and Eye Care in Cuba tour.
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Get in touch
Need more information? Please get in touch with us on +44 (0)20 7223 9485 or by email at info@jonbainestours.co.uk.