Last day at Clinic in El Salvador
Posted on 29 April 2010
So, our time in El Salvador is nearing an end. We have one day left in the clinic. Tomorrow is just a half day and then we head to San Salvador. It is really important for the team to rest and unwind before heading back home. It is also equally important for the team to take a mental break from the stress of the clinic just to collect themselves and reflect. I had a conversation with Ellen, and she reflected on her time here…
¨…for me there is not just one experience that stands out, not just one patient that stays with me.. it is the entire 2 weeks. I saw many people and you know that looking into their eyes there is tremendous need. And after you go through the interview process and you offer them some assistance, some hope, the look in their eyes change. They smile, they grasp your hand in thanks. At first I felt we were only applying band aids here but maybe we give some of them a little more. Laura gave me a bracelet yesterday that came with some medication from the Pharmacy. It was a purple rubber band with HOPE written on it. Maybe that is why we are here.¨
1 Response to Last day at Clinic in El Salvador
Good work STIMMA team! So proud of your hard work & dedication to helping the people in El Salvador. They will not forget you, and neither will STIMMA. We couldn’t do the work we do without you! Have a safe journey home.