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MISSION DESCRIPTION
Mission Site: Lake Atitlan (Panajachel), Guatemala
Mission Dates: 1/18/08 - 1/27/08
Mission Description: We are planning a small first time trip to the beach of
Ecuador at a basic facility that is a five hour drive from Quito. We are being
hosted by four elderly nuns. The hotels average $15/night. We are looking at
taking 6-12 people.
Deadline for Receipt of Volunteer Applications: 11/1/07
Mission Objective: Provide primary healthcare to Mayans living around the lake.
MISSION CONTACTS
Mission Director:Camille Z. Bentley, DO
Chief Medical Officer:Camille Z. Bentley, DO
Coordinator/Logistics Officer:Camille Z. Bentley, DO
Volunteers Needed
Healthcare Professionals Needed:
| Primary Care Physicians | 10 (7 filled) |
Volunteer |
| Nurses | 4 (filled) |
Volunteer |
| Pharmacist/Pharm Tech | 2 |
Volunteer |
| Micro/Lab Tech | 1 (filled) |
Volunteer |
Support Personnel, Including Osteopathic Medical Students, Needed:
| Medical Students (from any medical school) |
16 (10 filled) |
Volunteer |
HOUSING
HOST COUNTRY INFORMATION
Will the host country be providing government support?: Yes
If yes, what type?: Police protection while in transport
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
None