In the summer of 2012, I was given the amazing opportunity to go on a medical mission trip to Haiti. Before the trip, I was so excited and a little nervous because I did not know what to expect. As I embarked on my journey, I had no idea how life changing this trip was going to be. While in Haiti, we held 5 free clinic in indigenous areas of Haiti. In total we were able to treat 2,388 individuals and provide medication for at least 700 more.
As soon as I stepped off the plane and traveling into the airport in Port au Prince, I knew that I would never look at life in the same way again. While driving through the streets I began to cry at what I saw. For them, it was a normal way of life and their home; for me, it was dirt and rubble.
Going to Haiti, even for only 10 days, changed my view on the world. I now look at the world with a new perspective and appreciation. I now hope to travel back to Haiti as often as I can and continue making a difference for as many people as possible in my lifetime.
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| We were able to remove a tumor from this woman's back. |
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| Myself hard at work during one of the clinics. |
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| Charlie, a little boy from the orphanage, and I |
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| All little girls just want to be loved. |
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| One of the beautiful children in Haiti. |
