Me Loves Khorns Posted January 21, 2010 Author Share Posted January 21, 2010 Ok! I got a call that I will be heading out on Monday. Flying most likely on someones private plane down to Haiti. Am very happy that transportation finally worked out. Several other doctors and some nurses are going too. Hoping there is room on plane to bring some supplies too! Paul Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stormin Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Godspeed Paul. You and the people you are going to help will be in our prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted January 21, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 21, 2010 Godspeed Paul. You and the people you are going to help will be in our prayers. Yes, and be careful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted January 21, 2010 Share Posted January 21, 2010 Thank you again, Paul! YOU DA MAN!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted January 21, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 21, 2010 I was thinking about this and was wondering, do you have to only do what is your normal field or are you allowed to do a little more. I only ask because I would think there are alot of other minor wounds and things you could also work on. Or is it that there are enough people for you to see in you field to keep you busy I was just wondering how this is done when your in a country like this after such a disaster, I am sure there is every type of problem just waiting for help. Also Thanks it's very selfless of you to do this and we will pray for all of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daddy Dee Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 Paul, This has worked out wonderfully. Travel safe. Be safe. You're doing the Lord's work here. Peace. edit: ran across this article thought you'd find interesting. An orthopedic surgeon in Haiti delivering babies. http://www.myfoxny.com/dpp/good_day_ny/100122-surgeon-shares-haiti-aid-story Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarheel Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 I got a call that I will be heading out on Monday [Y] As Dee said.....Be safe Paul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me Loves Khorns Posted January 22, 2010 Author Share Posted January 22, 2010 dtel, at this point, all the doctors are doing a bit of everything. Orthopedists delivering babies. Obstetricians doing amputations right now. Things I would not have malpractice coverage for here. But right now, people are dying. There are not all types of specialists in all areas yet. That would certainly be ideal. So, we will do what we have to at this point. In this circumstance, in a country that has no functioning government or infrastructure, licensing issues are not important. They simply want help right now. I have a colorectal/ general surgeon, and an emergency doctor on my team going. So hopefully we can cover most issues as they come up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fini Posted January 22, 2010 Share Posted January 22, 2010 Paul, I keep thinking of the TV show M.A.S.H. Kind of a "git 'er done" situation... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me Loves Khorns Posted January 23, 2010 Author Share Posted January 23, 2010 http://www.kyte.tv/ch/329916-adamhousley/757733-help-haiti-orphans This is a video on Fox News about the team that I am replacing on Monday. My friend, Nick, a fellow doctor here in Waco, is seen in a red shirt setting a fracture on one the orphans. Please take a moment to pray for these precious souls. And all of the others suffering so in Haiti. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted January 23, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 23, 2010 Thats what I figured you would be doing, be safe and thanks for what your doing for everyone over there. [Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel's wife Posted January 23, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 23, 2010 Paul, you are truly a blessing....I know you have been in my own life. I want you to know that we have been in prayer for those in Haiti and of course will lift you up personally! Please be careful and take care of yourself....we want you back safe and sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryC Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 I'm glad rescuers are continuing on: 11 Days After Quake, Man Pulled Alive From Rubble http://www.sphere.com/world/article/11-days-after-quake-man-pulled-alive-from-rubble/19328913?icid=main|htmlws-main-n|dl1|link3|http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sphere.com%2Fworld%2Farticle%2F11-days-after-quake-man-pulled-alive-from-rubble%2F19328913 "One of the man's brothers, Jean Elit Jean Pierre, said Exantus worked as a cashier in a grocery store on the ground floor of the Hotel Napoli. The brothers persuaded rescuers to save Exantus ... rescuers used chain saws, heavy duty drills and hand saws to dig a narrow tunnel to the man and got him water while working to extract him. Renou said the man was buried under 16½ to 20 feet (5 to 6 meters) of debris, mostly wood and concrete. The rescue teams said they sent two women into the tunnel because only they could fit... Trapped in such a small space, he had lie on his back the entire time and survived by drinking cola, beer and cookies." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IB Slammin Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 dtel, at this point, all the doctors are doing a bit of everything. Orthopedists delivering babies. Obstetricians doing amputations right now. Things I would not have malpractice coverage for here. But right now, people are dying. There are not all types of specialists in all areas yet. That would certainly be ideal. So, we will do what we have to at this point. In this circumstance, in a country that has no functioning government or infrastructure, licensing issues are not important. They simply want help right now. I have a colorectal/ general surgeon, and an emergency doctor on my team going. So hopefully we can cover most issues as they come up! Paul I pray for your safety. If it is in question, you come back home. tc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Me Loves Khorns Posted January 23, 2010 Author Share Posted January 23, 2010 Spent today gathering supplies. We have filled 20 large plastic crates with surgical supplies, dressing materials, IV's, and medicines. We hope and pray that Delta Airlines gives us leniency when it comes the amount and weight of what we are bringing. And I hope they don't get upset that I mention this: A very well respected friend here on the forums and his son, whom we all know... They emailed me, asking if I could do something for them. They wanted to help. So, they helped buy some of the antibiotics that I am taking to Haiti. Their money bought about 4000 doses of antibiotics. I was able to find a great pharmacist who sold them to me at his cost. I don't want to embarrass them at all, but I want them to know just how much it is appreciated. I will be taking some pictures of some of the people who those go to. Thank you once again Bob and Michael. They along with others also offered to pray for me and the people there. Please continue to do so.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
USNRET Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Me Love KHorns---ya'll take care now hear? Let it be known if you (or your family while you are away) needs any thing. God Bless! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seadog Posted January 23, 2010 Share Posted January 23, 2010 Paul, be careful. And God Bless you and your team. Is there anything your forum friends here can do to support you guys? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel Posted January 23, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 23, 2010 That was very generous of them and a very nice thing to do. [Y] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators dtel's wife Posted January 23, 2010 Moderators Share Posted January 23, 2010 Mr. Bob and Michael are two of the nicest people you will ever meet and we are blessed to have them as members of this forum. Paul....I know this sounds crazy considering the circumstances...but if there is any way to get a message to someone that can update us here on the forum on your status while you are in Haiti please make arrangements to do so before you leave. Also, approximately.......when do you think you will be returning? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sheltie dave Posted January 24, 2010 Share Posted January 24, 2010 Godspeed, Paul! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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