First Day of Clinic

We had a wonderful first day of our medical clinic. I have posted photos of the day here. After a very difficult forty minute journey to the church (see the photo album for more understanding), we arrived at the church and began setting up the clinic. People were already waiting to be seen. Our team quickly decided the best way to set up in the one large room offering areas for waiting, triage, nurse exams, doctor exams, and pharmacy. People from the local church were on hand for checking in the people and crowd control. They were wonderful! Patients arrived, checked in, and received a number. A few people at a time were allowed in the church building to wait on their medical care. As families, people would take their turns to be triaged by the nurses and then treated by one of our nurses or our doctor (Walt) depending on the severity of the problem. They would then go to the pharmacy to get their prescriptions filled. We had translators at every stop. After receiving their medications, the people would go outside to hear the gospel message presented by the church's pastor. We know that two people accepted Christ before lunch today!

We saw about 175 people today to provide physical and spiritual help. At least four people walked about 15 miles to come to the clinic. The church leaders expect us to have a larger group turn out tomorrow as word of mouth spreads.

Our team did a fabulous job today. They worked hard without complaint and showed great compassion for the dear souls that we met today.

Tomorrow's clinic starts at 8:00 a.m. (CST) and will probably run until about 4:00. Thank you for your continued prayers.