CMDA trip to the Colonias

I'm a little less than current...but here are some photos from the CMDA (Christian Medical and Dental Association) trip we went on 2 weekends ago. Dental and medical clinics were set up in 2 different colonias outside of Laredo. This was our first experience in the colonias. They were described to us as "rural slums." These small communities that dot the territory along the US/Mexico border are often without running water and electricity, much less health care. At our site the medical clinic was set up in the small local one room church building. The pastor and family graciously opened up their home to be transformed into the dental clinic. One of the dental chairs was literally positioned inbetween the kitchen sink and the stove. Their living room became the waiting room and also hosted a chair for dental cleanings. Overall, it was a good day and great to see some friends who came down from San Antonio for the trip.



Setting up in the pastor's home

Dr. Zach in action


In the "waiting room"