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Advanced Study of Khmer (ASK) W e l c o m e ……………………………………… ...3

Summer Abroad Program 2007 T h i n g s Y o u N e e d t o b e A w a r e O f ……………… 4 T h i n g s W e N e e d F r o m Y o u ………………… . . . 5 Academic Preparation ……………………… . . 6 T i p s F o r S a f e T r a v e l ……………………… . . 7 I m p o r t a n t D o c u m e n t s ………………………………… . 7 Luggage, Entering/Exiting Phnom Penh ……………… 8 Traveling & Studying Abroad ………………… 9 Money ………………………………………………… . 9 H e a l t h …………………………………………… 1 0 - 1 1 W e a t h e r , T r a n s p o r t a t i o n , H o u s i n g ………………… 1 2 M a r k e t s , R e s t a u r a n t s , S e c u r i t y ……………………… . 1 3 C o m m u n i c a t i o n s …………………………… . . 1 4 W h a t t o P a c k …………………………… . . … 1 5 - 1 6 Cambodian Culture & Etiquette ………..…..17-18 D o ’ s & D o n ’ t ………………………………… 1 9 M i s c e l l a n e o u s …………… . . ……………… . . 2 0 C o n t a c t I n f o r m a t i o n …………………………… 2 1

Pre-Departure Handbook For Student Participants

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Dear ASK Participants: For a general overview about study abroad, Aloha! Congratulations on your acceptance and decision to choose to study abroad see the State Department’s website: with the Advanced Study of Khmer (ASK) Summer Abroad program in Phnom (This site provides links to travel warnings, legal issues, and so forth) Penh, . http://travel.state.gov/travel/living/studying/studying_1238.html Study abroad is a unique experience during which you will have the opportunity to learn both in and out of the classroom. Going overseas will not only enhance your All ASK participants have been registered with the U.S. Embassy in education, but will also expose you to different cultures and ways of life. Phnom Penh, as part of the program requirement. For more informa- tion about the embassy, see http://usembassy.state.gov/cambodia/ or These next few pages cover some of the necessary information to plan for your http://usembassy.state.gov/cambodia/wwwh0007.html. upcoming trip.

With the right preparation and planning, your study abroad experience is sure to 1. Conduct prove rewarding and enlightening. Different people, different lifestyles, and different As a student in the ASK program, you are expected and obligated ideas will challenge and stimulate you. You are about to embark on a life-changing to conform to the regulations of the University of Hawaii and the experience. laws of the country that you visit. Misconduct can jeopardize your welfare, the welfare of other students, and the study abroad pro- There may be times when you feel frustrated by differences in language, culture, gram. schedule, etc. We hope that you will meet these challenges with intelligence, ma- turity, patience, flexibility and a sense of humor. We also believe that adequate 2. Illegal Activity preparation and information will help you meet these challenges. Within the text, we Neither the University of Hawaii nor the United States government have included the addresses for some great websites designed to provide as much and its agencies abroad may be able to ensure that you are not dis- general information about Cambodian and travel as possible to prepare you for your criminated against should you participate in an illegal activity. program. The more you know, the better your experience will be. They cannot, for example, protect you from arrest, incarceration or punishment if you break the law. If you commit an illegal act, you Please read each section carefully, and be sure to contact us with any questions will be subject to local, not U.S., laws. you have. We look forward to meeting each of you individually. Congratulations again! 3. Travel During the Program All students are required to attend afternoon excursions/field trips Chhany as part of their curriculum. These will be organized by the lan- guage instructors, assisted by the ASK Field Coordinator/Project CONTACT INFO: Director. Please also note that both class attendance and atten- dance during field trips is mandatory. If you are planning to travel Chhany Sak-Humphry, Ph.D., Project Director on your own when there are no scheduled trips, please notify the Field Coordinator and/or the Program Director of your travel Tel: (808) 956-8070 (office) plans. While doing so may seem inconvenient, information about (808) 561-6850 (cell) where you are going and when you plan to return is vital to help us (855) 92-892-347 (Cambodia) to locate you in the event of an emergency. Any independent travel (855) 16-227-245 (Cambodia) will be at your own expense and at your own risk. Email: [email protected]

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Address and Contact Information Below are key ways you can be academically prepared for the de-

Please make sure we know where to reach you between now and your mands of the ASK program. departure date. Accurate mailing addresses,, phone numbers, and e- mail addresses are crucial to ensure that updates, any program Review past lessons: changes and other last-minute information reach you. Please inform us of any change in your contact information prior to departure! We cannot emphasis how important it is to remain refreshed in your language skills. In the weeks to come, review the lessons Contact Project Director, Dr. Chhany Sak-Humphry at you have learned thus far to ensure your preparedness for the (808) 956-8070 (office) ASK program. (808) 561-6850 (cell) Read and listen to recent Cambodian news:

In order to be fully prepared for the ASK program, it is also im- Questions/concerns portant to be up-to-date on the recent news in Cambodia. You

We want your ASK experience to be positive and memorable. If can do that through reading Cambodian newspapers or listening there are any issues we should know about –such as severe allergies to to Khmer radio via the Internet. This will give you a deeper medicines, etc.—or if you require any accommodations for a disabil- understanding of the country, as well as an opportunity to prac- ity, please let us know. Please also feel free to ask any questions and/ tice your reading and listening skills! or bring up any concerns—whether academic or person--with the Pro- Below are some websites to check out: ject Director and Field Coordinator. Khmer radio:

• Radio Free Asia http://www.rfa.org/khmer/ • Voice of America http://www.voanews.com/khmer/

Again, let us congratulate you on your selection for the Newspapers:

ASK Program, and for your decision to participate. • Somne Thmey www.mcdcambodia.com Click on “Download Archives” on the right. Go to “Somne Thmey” for a choice of recent newspapers to read. • The Cambodian Daily www.cambodiadaily.com • Phnom Penh Post http://www.phnompenhpost.com • BBC News Online (search for “Cambodia” top right box) http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/default.stm

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Double-check before you leave home that you LUGGAGE INFORMATION have these important documents: Most airline carriers impose restrictions on luggage weight and size. You are generally allowed two pieces of luggage and one small carry-on bag, plus a purse or laptop computer. For specific restric- ⇒ PASSPORT. Make two photocopies of the first tions inquire with the airline directly. Excess baggage may also be and last pages of your passport—one for the Field subject to extra charges and also run the risk of being refused by the Coordinator and another for yourself, to keep airline. Simply said: pack light! somewhere separate from the original passport. A suitcase on wheels or a backpack is highly recommended. For in- Having the copy will expedite getting you a new country travel, too much heavy luggage is a hassle. You should also familiarize yourself with the standards of dress in Cambodia passport should you lose yours. (see “what to pack” guidelines included in this packet) to know what ⇒ Tickets!!—if paper tickets; credit card to swipe is acceptable. Label all your baggage inside and out. It’s also helpful as ID at airport kiosk if an e-ticket to “mark” your bag with a ribbon or other identifying feature, so that ⇒ Traveler’s checks, Credit Cards, Currency, you can pick your bag out of the baggage claim line-up. etc. ⇒ UPON ARRIVAL IN PHNOM PENH List of valuables (if you bring any—though I would leave irreplaceable items at home) VISA: ⇒ Business cards, if you have them—you can also You can purchase your visa on-site at Phnom Penh International make excellent quality business cards in Phnom Airport. The visa fee for 30 days is US $20. The Field Coordinator will assist the ASK group with renewal of the visas during the pro- Penh at reasonable prices. Either way, these are gram, but if you plan to stay or travel after ASK (i.e., after July 29), very good to have as you will be meeting many make sure to renew your visa on your own as well. For additional people with whom you’ll want to keep in touch. information, see http://www.cambodia-travel.com/information/cambodia-visa.htm.

The ASK program van will be at the airport to pick you up upon your arrival in Phnom Penh. Please look for the large sign reading You should also bring at least two or three extra passport “ASK PARTICIPANTS.” Please do not take other transportation pictures, as they are sometimes requested for use on en- from the airport! We will be waiting for and looking for you. try visas, ID badges at Angkor, etc. Officials will take a UPON EXITING PHNOM PENH picture of you on-site, but it will be much more expen- sive. DEPARTURE TAX: Departure tax is paid at the airport at US$25 cash per person. Note: Pay the tax before you put your bags through the scanner. Otherwise you will be sent back from passport control to pay the departure tax and re-scan everything again. This tax is payable only in cash and only in US$, so spend your Riels before you get to the airport.

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MONEY HEALTH

The amount of money you will need depends on individual spending 1. Pre-Departure Doctor/Dentist Visit habits and the expenses you might incur on your program. Review the We recommend that you see your doctor and dentist for a rou- details of your program fees and be sure you understand which tine examination prior to departure. While you will be in Cam- expenses are included and which are not. If you are uncertain about a bodia a relatively short time, everyone knows that a major particular expense, please contact Dr. Su or Dr. Sak-Humphry. toothache in the middle of the night can make one minute seem like one hour! Preventative health care before you go can save Currency: you from discomfort while abroad. The currency in Cambodia is the Riel, but US dollars are widely accepted and exchanged. The exchange rate is 2. Immunizations approximately 4000 Riel= US$1.00 (for up-to-date exchange It is important to get immunized for certain diseases that you rate info, check out http://www.xe.com/ucc/convert.cgi). might come into contact with while in country. Below is the . US dollars are accepted throughout the country and website for a list of recommended immunizations for Cambo- dia: http://www.cdc.gov/travel/seasia.htm#vaccines exchange for less that $1.00 is given in Riel due to the lack of coins. 3. Prescriptions/Medicine Travelers Checks: If you take a prescription medicine regularly, be sure to have an Traveler’s checks are a safe way to take money overseas. adequate supply to last the entire time you are abroad. Keep the American Express checks are the most widely accepted and medication in labeled containers marked clearly with your can be exchanged for the local currency at most banks and name, prescription number, Dr.’s name, etc. If you take allergy large hotels. Rates of exchange/fees will vary. A short list shots or insulin, take an adequate supply of well-labeled sy- of banks can be found at http://www.winne.com/asia/ ringes. If you wear glasses or contact lenses, take an extra pair cambodia/2004/images/to35_graphic.jpg., although it is ad- and a prescription with you. There are many opticians/eyeglass visable to bring cash (U.S. dollars), and possible a credit card shops in PP. for emergencies. Once in Phnom Penh, you will want to have a small amount of Cambodian currency (riel) to have 4. In Case of Illness on hand for small purchases. If you are sick or injured, inform the Field Coordinator and/or ATM’s: the Program Director immediately. Ask for help! In case of ATM’s now operate in Phnom Penh & Siem Reap distribut- serious illness, consult the Field Coordinator, Program Direc- ing US$. Credit card withdrawals incur a 2% charge. tor, and local health practitioners to determine if you should Credit Cards: return to the U.S. for appropriate treatment/care. For area- related issues, see http://www.cdc.gov/travel/seasia.htm. Visa or Mastercard are accepted in many hotels and the lar- ger souvenir shops but in few restaurants. You should carry 5. Insurance & Medical Services enough cash (in fairly small denominations) to cover your ALL STUDENTS SHOULD HAVE OBTAINED MEDICAL immediate costs. INSURANCE FOR STUDY ABROAD BY THIS TIME. IF YOU Money Advice: HAVE NOT, PLEASE DO SO IMMEDIATELY. INSURANCE Carry plenty of US$1.00and other smaller currency. Most IS REQUIRED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII/CENTER daily transactions are conducted in cash and you should carry FOR SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES. plenty of US$1.00 bills with you. A surprising number of The US/ED requires that participants be covered by health and things cost US$1.00! accident insurance plans. The insurance should include Emer- gency Medical Evacuation as well as Repatriation of Remains Coverage. (continued on next page)

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The Field Coordinator has recently learned that most hospitals WEATHER/CLIMATE and clinics in Cambodia require cash up-front (approx. $45 US) as a consulting fee. They will not accept insurance cards, etc., as in the U.S. You will be responsible for paying all medical Essentially it is consistently sunny, warm, and humid! Cambodia services and claiming back through your individual insurance has a tropical climate following the rainy seasons. agency/company upon return to the US. Make sure you keep all There are two seasons in Cambodia: wet (May-October) and dry forms or receipts with the doctor’s signature to ensure reim- (November-April). The daily nature of the wet monsoon in Cambo- bursement with your insurance company. If a visit to a clinic is dia is regular with clear, dry mornings and 2-3 hours of rain in the needed, the US Embassy recommends the SOS International afternoon. Be prepared for high humidity and sun, with an average Clinic located next to the Embassy (see contact information temperature of mid-80’s to 90’s Fahrenheit. page for more details).

6. Everyday Precautions

Cambodia has a very tropical climate, so tropical diseases such TRANSPORTATION as malaria and dengue fever are present. Sensible precautions such as wearing mosquito repellant should ensure that you don’t The ASK program van will also be available throughout the summer get bitten. for the group program transportation needs. It will take you to/from The water is not potable, even in the city. Use bottled water and school and other ASK project activities. If, however, you find that ensure that it is opened in front of you. you need other transportation, there are taxis available everywhere. Wash your hands frequently in clean water to prevent any other We highly recommend you use the tuk-tuk versus the moped taxis sicknesses. It is recommended that you carry hand sanitizer/ for safety reasons. DO NOT GO ANYWHERE ALONE!! disinfectant wipes with you for this purpose.

Remember to take care of yourself ! HOUSING

The ASK program will be both extremely rewarding and extremely All ASK students are required to stay in housing/accommodations challenging. It is fast-paced, and there are so many things to see and designated for the program. Some of you will have your own rooms; do outside of the classroom. However, Cambodia in the summertime some will double-up (if you requested to do so). The Coordinator is very hot, sometimes dusty, sometimes noisy, and sometimes— will assign rooms before arrival in Phnom Penh. If you require any inconvenient. It’s easy to get stressed. special accommodations, please inform the Coordinator ASAP Maintaining good health includes paying attention to your state of (before you leave the U.S.!) mind—your mental and emotional well-being. If possible, try to re- lieve any stress you might be feeling prior to leaving the country. Otherwise, you may find that travel and the adjustment to a new en- vironment may compound your anxiety. Many students experience ELECTRICITY culture shock and varying degrees of homesickness while studying Voltage in Cambodia is 220 volts, 50 cycles. Any 110 volts equip- abroad. The Coordinator or Project Director will be available for ment brought from the US that is not dual voltage will require a con- individual counseling and/or referrals (in addition to guidance for verter. You can find converters and adaptors either here in the US or your individual projects). in Cambodia. Helpful/interesting sites to check out: http://www3.niu.edu/niuabroad/healthy-safe.htm; http://www.cdc.gov/travel/foodwater.htm

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TIME ZONES TELEPHONE/E-MAIL Communications ADDRESSES ABROAD http://www.worldtimezone.com/ http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock

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http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ask/ A LITTLE EASIER: -Toothpaste -Dental floss floss shampoo -Dental -Comb/brush & holder -Fingernail clippers -Toothbrush & -Toothpaste stopper -Sun screen -Mosquito repellant -Soap -Sink -Wash & drytowelettes/hand sanitizer items -Other hygiene clock film -Alarm -Plug adapter & converter gear, bags, pint & gallon -Ziploc or similar -Padlock(s) & keys -Camera -Your own pillowcase or pillow recorder -Extra glasses or contact lenses -Daily planner (we will be verybusy!) -Tape -Laptop computer ( -Travel journal http://www.ehow.com/how_13115_keep-travel-journal.html B. MEDICINES, CONT.: C. THINGS TO MAKE YOUR LIFE ASK ASK /other items for walking in /other

What to Pack sampot / Sarong your sweaty-handkerchiefs (great for patting your glasses)forehead or cleaning pants suitable -Docker-type/other lightweight for walking/travel but -shirts suitable for hot weather (mostly casual, perhaps a dress shirt or two as well) that dress, -shorts; skirts (for women--note particularlyfor women, is rather conservative by American standards) -Hat w/ brim; Sunglasses -COMFORTABLEof dress shoes walking shoes; pair - hallway from bathroom to room (these can be to room hallway from bathroom as well) Cambodia purchased in need a sweater or not -Rain jacket (you will likely other jacket, except if the a/c inside gets too cold!) -Flip-flops or Tevas; shower slippers; socks; underwear; belt http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ask/ -Antacids -Prescription medicines AND a copyyourprescription of medicine -Antacids -Diarrhea medicine -Antihistamine/allergy -Anti-nausea medication -Band-Aids -Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen Remember, it will be HOT in Cambodia. There are many markets where you can purchase appropriate clothing, or of shampoo prefer one brand if you toiletries, etc., but it with you. soap, etc., bring A. CLOTHING: B. MEDICINES: available; however, you kit basic first aid (There will be a your own supply of items on-hand just-in-case) should keep ASK ing their feet backward. It is It is feet backward. ing their ld not be worn when planning a planning when be worn not ld is, therefore, considered is, therefore, an in- Because of vows of celibacy, a of celibacy, vows of Because ead. In a like manner, the feet are are the feet like manner, In a ead. horts, or other attire that may be or other may attire that horts, a disrespectful manner. manner. disrespectful a

http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ask/ The Cambodians regard the head as the highest part of the body, body, the of part highest as the head the regard The Cambodians and regarded highly are monarchy and the Both ac- be should and respected deeply also are monks Buddhist be finished to have which lunch, and breakfast only eat Monks Whenvisiting temples one should notdress in a way that will impolite to cross or stretch legs. Cambodian Culture & Etiquette to juice or tea water, as such drink offer always Cambodians guests;their sometimeshonoroffered. To food also host, is the bite. or a just a sip take guest the if even is accepted, the offer is the If that guests. for receiving or mats use beds homes Some tuck by case, visitors should sit both literally and It is considered figuratively. thepoint focalof in- telligencespiritual and substance. It h the on anyone pat or touch to sult consideredbodypart of the the lowest and it is extremely rude to anyone. kick or body, reclining a over step feet, one’s with point new, or (old images Buddha all to be shown should respect proper otherwise or images on Buddha climb not Do or complete). ruined be considered act in what may corded politeness. extreme stand when Never talking to seated disrespect. It shows grave monks. a monk. against brush even or touch not must woman milk, water, drink to allowed are monks evening, the In noon. before into restriction this take should engagement or schedule Any tea. or account. cause offense. Bare shoulders, s shou otherwise acceptable considered visit to Shoes be a temple.worn walkingwhen may a temple in a containing a wat entering when be removed must but compound Buddha image.

• • Head & Feet Respect for Religion

Sam- េក and say and say Sampeah Sampeah which is performed performed is which (sister). They are also are also They (sister). ី Sampeah for greetingto display and បង្រស r the bow, the more respect is respect bow, the more r the y close friendship and the prac- the and friendship y close small childrensmall nor initiate d acceptance. However, as However, as with d acceptance. e is not sure the age of other par- other of age the e is not sure (brother) and to an older woman as as woman older to an and (brother) Sampeah ASK ASK បង Sampeah (aunt), or ង ី ម (uncle), (uncle), ុ ព followed by the person’s first name. Use of the first the of Use name. first person’s the by followed

ី . Cambodians use use . Cambodians . Whendeparting,. again will they ; it is tantamount to rejecting an offered in West- in handshake offered an rejecting to tantamount is it ; រ ្ ួ (grandmother), (grandmother), with servants, vendors, or other service providers. providers. service or other vendors, servants, with http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ask/ Cambodian Culture & Etiquette the form of is The correct The common most polite of form address in Cambodia is respect. showing home, a entering before shoes your Remove home. a entering when hat your Remove េក្រស (grandfather), (grandfather), បស ប ំ ំ peah • • by placingby the of palms hands the together, to them raising the face withfingertips, the and inclining the head slightly forward.gen- In eral, thehigher thehands and lowe will being When shown. Cambodians meeting, ជ ជ greeting,When usedrespect.for it would impolitebe not return to a Sampeah ern culture.Adults do not The Cambodian people are in general a tolerant and easy-going easy-going and a tolerant general in are people Cambodian The fin quickly can a visitor and people followed. be should that customs social few a are there nations, all awarenessAnof these will show courtesyavoid and embarrassment. Greeting Entering a Home ASK or tice is followedwhen even meeting In someone for anfirst time. the informal situation, Cambodianswill refer toolder an as man widely used in a situationwhere on a for Cambodia, In senior. be a may who one to deference in ties, youngerperson to address an older individualwithout using a title the of People misbehavior. of form a or rude be considered would the without name given their by called be can younger age or same of a title. use name does not necessarily imply an imply necessarily not does name យយ

PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

MISCELLANEOUS New Year’s Day. Day. Year’s New Day. Victory Day. Women’s Year. New Cambodian Buddha). of (Birth Day Buja Visaka Labor Day. Birthday. Sihamoni’s King Royal Ploughing Day Ceremony. International Children’s Day. Queen’s Birthday. Constitution and CoronationDay. Day. Agreement Paris Peace Birthday. King’s Day. Independence Ben Day. Pchum METRIC SYSTEM/CONVERSIONS: Water Festival. Festival. Water Meak Day. Bochea http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ask/ square meter meter square of out been has U.S. (the system metric the on operates Cambodia might be that conversions few simple a following are step!). The liters helpful: pounds centimeters 2.54 = 1 inch kilometers = 1.6 1 mile square = 2.6 mile 1 square yards = 1.09 1 meter kilometers. = 0.8 yard 1 square 1 liter = 1.06 quarts hectare 0.4 = 1 acre ounces = 0.04 gram 1 miles = 0.62 kilometer 1 1 U.S. gallon = 3.78 = 2.20 kilogram 1 28.4 = ounce fluid 1 followingThe is a list of publicholidays, duringwhich schools, be closed: may or agencies some businesses and banks, 1: Jan 7: Jan Feb 5: 8: Mar Apr 16-17: Apr 25: 1: May 14: May 19: May 1: Jun 18: Jun Sep 24: Oct 11-12: Oct 23: Oct 30-Nov 1: 9: Nov 23: Nov lly at the face/head. lly at the face/head.

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Do’s & Don’t Sampeah Sampeah http://manoa.hawaii.edu/ask/ Cambodians believe that we all have a guardian spirit, from the from spirit, a guardian have we all that believe Cambodians head the on perched usually is spirit that and born we are moment or shoulders. Ask for advice if you are uncertain about anything. The Cambo- The anything. about uncertain are you if advice for Ask dianpeople courteousare very youwill help and they if can. understand- very are Cambodians manners– American good Use culture. any of manners good appreciate and ing shops and expensive stores department Only shops. in Bargain prices. fixed have if you shout or lose your temper in public and it will accomplish they Cambodians, with a problem discussing when If, nothing. nervous a rather but disrespect, of sign a not is it giggle, or smile laugh or smile to tend Cambodians situation. tense a to reaction both in positive and negative situations,thus, it should not be happines considered as expressing ridicule. Great cautionshould or barrassment, in taken be inter- preting or laugh a smile in order to avoid misunderstanding. meditation. or prayer at Cambodians any or monks Disturb or statua Touch pieces of carving exhibition. fing your or shake Point Remove your shoes when entering a temple and other places and other places entering a temple when your shoes Remove shoes. their removing people Cambodian observe you where Speak in limited. is English whose a Cambodian with patient Be voicemoderate ina slow, clear, literate English. to Be the first head!!! the on a Cambodian Touch Whenpoint sitting, at another directly do to not toes allow your person. him/her. to talking when Cambodian a seated over Stand hand monk, orange-robed an touch don’t a woman, are If you robes. his brush clothes your let or monk, a to anything obvi- but understand to pretends when a Cambodian impatient Be ously doesn’t. He or she is just being polite. Be patient and try again. Raise yourvoice, shout, or call out • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ASK Important Contact Info

Project Director Field Coordinator Dr. Chhany Sak-Humphry Lukas Wettstein [email protected] [email protected] 808-956-8070 (office) [email protected] 808-561-6850 (cell) 855-12-192-7728 855-92-892-347 (Cambodia) 855-92-305-820 855-16-227-245 (Cambodia)

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