Today was Screening Day, where all the patients went around to different stations, getting checked, and so that the medical team could determine who was a candidate for surgery this time round. Out of the 113 patients screened, 85 will be receiving surgery over the next four days.
It was a day of fun, games, and laughter. We met so many incredible children, and there were so many stories to hear. Many similar situations, but with different variations. Of course, you had the naughty children, like anywhere else, but altogether the kids were lovely and SO cute!
There were also some adults, many of whom got surgeries. Some had repaired clefts, coming back for a revision, others had never had a surgery, one woman was 27, so you can imagine how long she has waited for this moment.
I was a bit emotional at times, but didn't really cry, just tear up. It was so amazing to be surrounded by so many people I have something in common with, but since I am so used to seeing clefts, having known about them my whole life, I wasn't amazed as such, just delighted.
I can't wait to see the 85 patients go through the journey that awaits them this weekend, it's sure gonna be a great experience! I got a few background stories today, so the real work begins tomorrow, when I have to dig in more, and find out more about some patients, and follow their journey, all in the process of finding my mission story.
Let the adventure go on!
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