2010 Can Tho, Vietnam

Sep 20, 2010

Touchdown Siagon

Can Tho, Vietnam

We are in Can Tho! After 48 hours of travel we arrived at our hotel with all 40 cartons and our mission team from different parts of the globe. Let me handle the FAQ's The weather. The temperature is 8... Read More »

Sep 23, 2010

Clinic

Can Tho, Vietnam

The Can Tho Central Hospital is very large and we are spread out over two floors. Tuesday was the first clinic. This is where we first meet the children and evaluate and create their charts. This year... Read More »

Sep 23, 2010

Day two

Can Tho, Vietnam

On this mission we are running a clinic each day as more people are getting the word. In spite of the appearance there is an organized flow. A parent can never choose one of their children as their favorit... Read More »

Sep 24, 2010

Three Operating rooms today!

Can Tho, Vietnam

Dr. Ba and Dr. Walker in surgery Dr. Vu in surgery Dr. Schepel stays focused Dr. Chung in recovery Two reasons why we volunteer Okay here is another reason! Today we ran with three ORs and everyone seemed ... Read More »

Sep 25, 2010

Saturday

When a child comes for surgery he or she comes with their entire family. Brothers, Sisters, Mom, Dad and Grandmother too. They all camp out for the duration. In our ward the rooms fill up with the children... Read More »

Sep 26, 2010

Sunday

Can Tho, Vietnam

Sunday was our day off and we boarded one of the tourist boats to cruise the river.The boats we saw were carrying the commerce of the city. Sand, building materials, and produce all come by a fleet of hund... Read More »

Sep 27, 2010

Final day of surgery

Can Tho, Vietnam

Everyone pays a lot of attention to the babies,and they are really cute. There are other stories that will grab your heartstrings also. Yesterday we operated on a 44 year old man. He is married with three ... Read More »

Sep 28, 2010

Post Op Clinic

Can Tho, Vietnam

Today was the final clinic where we meet the children for the last time. It is a time for hugs and lots of photos. After the doctors checked out the children the toys came out. No one left without beanie Read More »

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