It was a warm night and unfortunately, many of the group did not sleep well. However, this did not deter us from getting ready to serve the patients waiting for us at clinic. After an early morning rise and delicious breakfast, we set off. I was so grateful for Wabyoona’s talk on the drive to the clinic. It was so interesting to learn about the local school systems, family dynamics and marriage customs of Uganda!
I was tired when I sat down at my table, arranging the chairs and preparing for the day. But the moment I greeted my first patient all fatigue and thoughts of my poor sleep the night before or stress for the day ahead faded away. It’s this realization that further confirms my choice to go into medicine. I’m so grateful to have found my purpose and have the opportunity to serve others with all of you wonderful people.
It was a hot day but the team stayed positive and worked hard to provide excellent care to over 270 patients!
There were many cases of malaria today, over 40 to be exact. As well as many Interesting cases including several cases of elephantiasis which were referred to the appropriate government hospitals for treatment.
I’d be remiss if I did not give a shout out to the counseling team for providing support to several patients today dealing with stress and anxiety. They felt heard and were eager to continue counseling in the future.
A young girl with rheumatic heart disease with severe mitral regurgitation and heart failure presented to the clinic today. Her father knew that her heart required a procedure, however, they did not have the funds. It was discovered that he had never been told exactly what was wrong with her heart. Even though we couldn’t give her the surgery she needed we were able to refill her medication and take the time to explain what was wrong with her heart. The family is working on raising funds & I hope with the knowledge gained today he may improve his success of fundraising through the church, or sharing awareness with his community.
It can be challenging not being able to help everyone, and solve all their problems. But it does feel good knowing we made a positive impact today, no matter how small the act.
I was tired when I sat down at my table, arranging the chairs and preparing for the day. But the moment I greeted my first patient all fatigue and thoughts of my poor sleep the night before or stress for the day ahead faded away. It’s this realization that further confirms my choice to go into medicine. I’m so grateful to have found my purpose and have the opportunity to serve others with all of you wonderful people.
It was a hot day but the team stayed positive and worked hard to provide excellent care to over 270 patients!
There were many cases of malaria today, over 40 to be exact. As well as many Interesting cases including several cases of elephantiasis which were referred to the appropriate government hospitals for treatment.
I’d be remiss if I did not give a shout out to the counseling team for providing support to several patients today dealing with stress and anxiety. They felt heard and were eager to continue counseling in the future.
A young girl with rheumatic heart disease with severe mitral regurgitation and heart failure presented to the clinic today. Her father knew that her heart required a procedure, however, they did not have the funds. It was discovered that he had never been told exactly what was wrong with her heart. Even though we couldn’t give her the surgery she needed we were able to refill her medication and take the time to explain what was wrong with her heart. The family is working on raising funds & I hope with the knowledge gained today he may improve his success of fundraising through the church, or sharing awareness with his community.
It can be challenging not being able to help everyone, and solve all their problems. But it does feel good knowing we made a positive impact today, no matter how small the act.