From February 12th to the 27th a team of caring Canadians, dedicated to helping others less fortunate than themselves, provided medical relief in one the most needy countries in the world, Nicaragua.

The team was comprised of five eye doctors, one dentist, one pharmacist, four medical doctors, two registered nurses, four medical students and twelve support staff. They held free Clinics at two locations; San Marcos in the south and Condega in the north. The team worked smoothly as a unit in partnership with national translators, doctors and nurses to deliver compassionate and timely health care to over 2300 patients and dispensed 400 pairs of glasses and filled 2360 prescriptions. Many people expressed their appreciation for the work that was accomplished including Daniel Ortega, the president of Nicaragua, who issued a press release indicating that he was pleased to have our team showing solidarity with the Nicaraguan people in such a practical way.