Archive for May, 2011

Are Short-term Medical Missions Effective?

Sunday, May 1st, 2011 |

  “In Haiti over eight days we saw 900 patients, treating infections and diarrhea. The people are desperately poor and were so very grateful for the medical care.” Anna, a family physician, spoke with enthusiasm. Then her voice turned somber. “But people also came to us with diabetes, asthma, and convulsions. We gave them a […]