The Final Countdown
Today was our final full day of clinic and we saw 148 patients today.
A boy, around four years old, arrived with a six finger. The patient had sensation but was unable to control the movements of the sixth finger. Mary Jane quickly removed the finger and sutured the area. It took several attempts to bandage the hand as the little patient was determined to remove every attempt we made to bandage the area.
We also saw a two month old premature baby who was severely underweight. The baby weighed about 2 kgs. WE gave the mother vitamins and teaching regarding breastfeeding.WE also sent her for follow up at another medical clinic as we are leaving on Wednesday.
Roosevelt, the boy who presented at this clinic with heart failure. WE discussed the situation with the separated parents who are in agreement about wanting the surgery. Dr. Cutler has the test results back and will take them back to Cranbrook to consult with a specialist there about his condition.
After clinic, our team went for a walk outside the compound. After walking 100 meters about 20 Haitian children decided to join our group, with each one wanted to hold our hands. Marc and Lisa showed us their newly purchased land where they hope to build a school, children's home and church.
Our trip has been great but our team is looking forward to going home. Thanks for all your prayers and continue to think of us as we travel home.
1 Comments:
Thanks for posting so faithfully. I have loved following all that you guys have done and seen. I have longed to be there with you. Jody, it has been so cool to see you in so many pictures... you have managed to be where the camera has been, but I loved it! It sounds like your guys' last clinic day was very full. I remember those 140+ patient days... they are long. Thinking of you all. One more sleep and then you will be on your way home. Hope the trip home goes smoothly. Hugs, Amber
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