Day 3:
Day two of our medical clinic was a great success as we saw 50 additional people while maintaining order through the continuous movement through the stations. Doctors and volunteers kept focus throughout the day ensuring all the patients’ needs were met.
Miguel David (known as David) was one of many patients who recieved a wheelchair today. David’s story began 20 years ago when he was only 17. David had his left leg and arm amputated as a result from a brutal motorcycle crash. He was flown to a chicago hospital where he then recieved a prostetic arm and leg, staying there for 4 months to recover. David had to relearn how to walk with his new leg and utilize his prosthetic arm daily. After he came back from Chicago to Guatemala he found an American clinic in Zacapa specialized for prostetics, making medical assistance easier. He explained that American medical institutions, like our missioin, is the reason he kept going over the years.
David left by thanking the team and explaining how much of a blessing everything was, finishing his sentence by thanking God and showing his faith. David submitted to God’s will and plan trusting that everything will work out.
The second day reaffirmed what we believed; the people of Guatamala had something special to teach us and we are all here for a reason. David’s gratitude and perseverance was a great end to a special day in the clinic.
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