This afternoon I was asked to translate in surgery. It is not my favorite place to be so it is good that everyone enjoys working in different areas. But I was happy to help and to see what was needed.
This case was a 17 years old male with a small mass in his back. He was as scared as he could be. His blood pressure and pulse had been sky high. When I went back and started talking to him, he opened his hand and said, "Please hold my hand." He came through surgery fine and went home that afternoon.
Marvin's mom walked Marvin around during the morning.
As you can tell from earlier posts, Marvin has grown a lot. He has learned to enjoy being around people and he loves to have his photo taken.
This is Bartolo's brother. He has been very helpful to his dad and brother this week.
This is Antonio before his surgery. His parents have been very patient in waiting for this day.
Antonio sleeping after his surgery. It was hoped that he would not need to lose a finger but it worked better to removed the index finger. His index finger was very deformed and now he will have better mobility of his hand.
Anastacia with her parents. I know her parents were very disappointed when she was not able to have surgery but they have been so helpful to other parents. The mother has sat with other parents during their children's surgery.
This Carlos and Dante. Dante is really growing and is a very happy child. He seems to enjoy having many visitors here at the clinic.
We enjoyed another devotional time together this evening. We continue to pray for each patient by name.
Tomorrow, there will be a few surgeries but several will have the opportunity to visit Lake Atitlan or a waterfall. Please stay tuned and I will have more stories for you.
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