The above picture is Barthime'e hospital that serves many Senegalese citizens. As can be seen, the hospital is partially completed. Chief of Staff, Dr. Ted (U of W and Michigan) took DeeAnn, Taylor, Jody and Dana on a tour. Much has been accomplished with little resources yet much remains to be done.
Dr. Ted in O.R. Number 1. There are 2. After tons of work by Dr. Ted and Dr. Adamson (anesthesiologist) the O.R is set up and they are now awaiting government approval to sharpen the scalpels. A midwife just came on staff and they are ready to bring new babies into the world. Dr. Ted is a surgeon and frequent lecturer in Connie's class. Dr. Ted has been in Senegal 3 years and previously spent 7+ years in D.R. Congo. He left when the war got "a little too hot". and hopes to return in the future. Dr. Ted is another one of my hero's. There are many here!
DeeAnn spent time with Dr. Ted assessing the equipment list for the laboratory. She has agreed to interface with Dr. Ted and equipment providers. DeeAnn and Edd are leaving us today. It has been great having them here for the last couple of days. Edd has been a little under the weather. He began Malaria treatment based on symptoms. Pray that he has a comfortable trip home. The machine to DeeAnn's right is a ventilator that was donated. It works some of the time! (They don't use it) Editorial comment: Don't send junk equipment to 3rd world countries.
Craig high-5ing Dr. Ted's Endoscopes
For some strange reason I wanted to get a picture with Dr. Ted's Endoscopes. If you are over 50 and haven't met these creatures, you should! It could save your life.
Ask my brother-in-law Kim Stanbery if you have any questions about the care and feeding of Endoscopes. He's an expert.
Dr. Ted, Dana and Craig - Rooftop Experience
Four stories is the maximum building height allowed by Thies building code. The foundation of Barthime'e hospital was built for 8. I call that faith. With dedicated servants such as Dr. Ted and the support of people around the world, this small fledgling hospital will continue to bring The Kingdom of God to Senegal. Dana (middle in photo - taking picture - her natural pose) left us last night after 3 short weeks. We will miss Dana's blood curdling screams as she enters the ice cold showers on wintry Senegal mornings. We will miss her bug dances, and getting yelled at by Senegalese ladies that "think" she is taking their picture. However, most of all we will miss her kind compassionate heart and friendly helpful upbeat attitude. Dana served the children of Thies in this hospital. She loved her time here. Thanks again NW Pediatrics. Your sacrifice was our gain. (Isn't that the way it always works). Who's next?
3 comments:
Note to self:
Found OUTSTANDING location for new coffee stand, "Cuppa Jean Baptiste"
Wednesday early-bird special: "Quinine Macchiato"
Jon
Haha, this is so funny. Miss you guys.
hey guys,
thanks for the little "shout out". i miss everyone a ton, and am hoping to be able to come back soon. hey craig...those screams? that was tim grey when he discovered he was mysteriously locked in the shower. he kind of screams like a girl. :):) the bug dance was for free.
love to everyone, can't wait to see you guys.
d.
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