Day 5-June 18-Day 2 of Medical Clinic

I’m going to focus on the people in this post and talk a bit more about the pharmacy operation where I’ve been helping.

The first photo is of Ruth and Daniel Castro. They are the organizers of the medical clinic. They run about 10 clinics a year in Honduras and have been doing this for over 40 years. Here are two people who use their faith to make their country and the world a better place. It amazes me that they still have such a high level of enthusiasm.

I still can’t believe I spent the entire day filling prescriptions. I suggested we set up a rewards card system, like CVS, but the idea didn’t catch on. They put the prescriptions in handmade cloth bags made by a women’s group in the U.S. The folks here love them.

Walking around in my scrubs, all eyes are on me as I pass by. It feels like being a celebrity.

My goal today was to get some photos of the adorable children. I had a variety of approaches. Sometimes I would quietly snap a picture. One time I sent Brady, one of the 16-year-olds, out to get some photos. Brady is just adorable himself and so much fun. I also brought along some origami birds and handed them out to some of the kids.

I so admire these down-to-earth medical professionals who volunteer their time to help those who can’t afford to visit a doctor or dentist. My three roommates are all general practice doctors and very low key. Kent has come on these trips over 20 times.Read more