This morning we paused at the bus to enjoy the sights and sounds of a Guatemala dawn.
ROUNDS
Before starting surgery in the morning, the surgeons check on their patients from the day before and give instructions for post-surgery wound care.
Rony & Dr. Milton
Dr. Ron & Kenia with her Mother
Jorge is comforted by his Mother
Clearly the balloon helps Joseline recuperate
PRE-OP
The patients stay the night before so they are ready for surgery the next day. Mystic Palencia of La Crescentz, CA is the Ward Coordinator that oversees the patients prior to surgery making sure they do not eat or drink anything. As they wait, the children are given small donated toys to play with and crayons for coloring to keep them busy.
Dr. Paula explains the paper doll book to Mystic
Elvia & her new stuffed animal
Geisel & Her New Toy
Ailin Sports New Glasses
Before the patients go to surgery, they are checked again by the Pediatrician:
Dr. Al’s final check of Mirlim
The last stop is just outside the Operating Room –
Norma waits with her Mother . . . almost there . . .
The handmade donated blanket is bestowed and the patient taking into the operating room – – –
Nurse Margoth & Dr. Bridgett get child ready for Surgery
Tomorrow – another volcanic burp . . . .