On July 15th and 16th 2013, Konbit Pou Potapiman (KPP) and its partner, l’Association des Medecins Haitiens (AMH) hosted their annual Health Fair, which took place at the Hospital in Port-a-Piment. This health fair is essential to those in the Port a Piment community who are unable to afford medical care and medication.
This activity was a huge success by all standards. A total of 300 patients received free consultations and medicines. Local KPP members as well as KPP members from abroad teamed up to provide an excellent service to the community that each of us loves dearly.
During each of the two day event, 150 patients attended the fair from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. They came from various parts of the city and the county at large. A great number of children accompanied by a parent were screened and received medical care.
The local hospital nursing staff was of great help in the screening process. The hospital pharmacists as well as volunteer KPP members formed a team to fill in the prescriptions. Patients didn’t have to wait too long to receive their medicines. Those who needed special attention were quickly referred to the AMH doctors. Others, while waiting to be called were entertained and educated by KPP members who did an extraordinary job handling the crowd. People were reminded to be in charge of their health and that the checkup is a good way to assure better outcomes. Once they had been seen by the doctor and obtained their free medicines, almost all the patients had a kind word to show their appreciation: “Mèsi wi, mèsi anpil pou sa nou fè an. Ke Bondye beni w ak tout fanmi w” .
KPP was very pleased to renew the event this year. It was a wonderful activity to experience: helping in deeds and actions. KPP appreciates the help of the hospital staff and the cooperation of Dr Joseph Petit, the Hospital Director and Mr. Schiller Saint Vil the Hospital Administrator.
We thank Dr. Dernst Jean Baptiste (Doc Eddy), Dr. Rubency Charles, and Dr. Alain Jean Jacques who graciously volunteered their time and expertise to make this event a success.
Our sincere thanks go to volunteer KPP members, Mrs. Carolle Paul from Coral Springs, Fl, Mrs. Danie Lubin of Boston, Mrs Roselaure Ducrepin and Mr. Norelus Sandaire (Tifrè) from Montreal, for their outstanding contributions. We also acknowledge the efforts and dedication of local KPP Members especially, Mario Poindujour, Ceramieu Joseph and Pauledline Orcel.
The 2013 KPP –AMH Health Fair was made possible by many supporters and contributors. A special Thank You to:
Dr Ginette Lubin, President of the “Association des Medecins Haitiens (AMH) for the continuous support and true partnership of AMH
Unitransfer of Miami for its support
JGR Copa, LLC of Hollywood for its monetary contribution
PROPHALAB of Haiti for some donated medicines
Haiti Department de la Santé Publique for its cooperation.
During these two days, the true spirit of Konbit was at work in full force. Congratulations to all for a job well done!
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