Tag Archives: DRC

Helping the Girls of the Congo – Overview

November 23rd, 2010 - 7:00 am

For those of you wanting to read through the entire series or for those wanting to find a specific part you may have missed, here is an overview post including links to all the series parts. Part One Part Two Part Three Part … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Fourteen

November 22nd, 2010 - 3:24 pm

Phil Fischer, M.D. is one of the Mayo Clinic physicians who recently went to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. In the video interview below, Dr. Fischer offers a personal reflection on the trip. He also explains the potential for … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Thirteen (Saturday & Thanks)

November 19th, 2010 - 10:59 am

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week, written by Dr. Deborah Rhodes. While this is the final update from their trip, please check for additional posts … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Twelve (More from Friday)

November 18th, 2010 - 2:03 pm

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week, written by Dr. Deborah Rhodes . “Dr. Sean Dowdy and Dr. Emanuel Trabuco had another long day in the … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Eleven (Friday)

November 17th, 2010 - 7:00 am

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week. “We started the morning surrounded by the staff and patients of Panzi, gathered in the courtyard for morning prayers. … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Ten (Thursday)

November 16th, 2010 - 7:00 am

The following is another update from the Mayo Clinic team that was in the Democratic Republic of the Congo last week. “In the car on the way to Panzi, we had time to discuss with Dr. Mukwege a plan for … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Nine (More from Tuesday)

November 15th, 2010 - 9:29 am

We are happy to report that the Mayo Clinic team in the Democratic Republic of the Congo arrived home safely late yesterday. We will continue to post their updates from the trip throughout this week. “Behind the operating rooms is … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Eight (Tuesday)

November 12th, 2010 - 7:00 am

The Mayo Clinic team currently in the Democratic Republic of the Congo sent the following update: “We set off very early for Panzi. Dr. Sean Dowdy and Dr. Emanuel Trabuco headed to the OR. Their first case was a woman … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Seven (Monday)

November 11th, 2010 - 3:00 pm

The following update was sent from the Mayo Clinic team currently in the Democratic Republic of the Congo: “We set off early for Panzi Hospital, the car packed with our supply boxes. The drive itself was an adventure. There are … Continue reading →

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Helping the Girls of the Congo: Part Six (Sunday)

November 11th, 2010 - 8:00 am

The Mayo team currently in the Democratic Republic of the Congo sent us the below text: We had a great night’s sleep after a warm welcome on Saturday night from Eve Ensler and Christine DeSchryver. These two women, in partnership … Continue reading →

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