At the break of dawn we all headed out, one car after another. After a quick stop for some breakfast burritos and a pit stop, we crossed the border and made our way to Maclovio Rojas, Mexico. After overcoming some difficulty in transportation, all FISHies finally arrived to our destination and began setting up the clinic. Anxious and curious locals began to gather around and every FISHie was put to work. The clinic ran vey smoothly and we were able to assist many people. USC students shadowed us in hopes of gathering ideas to start up their FISH chapter as well and we had the privilege of having doctor, named Jorge who has worked in a Mexican clinic and his wife, Margaret, who was an MPH, who joined us on the trip as well! As my first trip, I honestly did enjoy this adventure a lot! It was exciting and definitely a new experience all around! I am anxious to continue going on the trips and making a difference in these peoples lives in Maclovio Rojas. What was most memorable for me was getting a sincere "Gracias" from an elder lady who had just finished going through the clinic. You could see the gratitude in her eyes. One thing I definitely learned from this trip, is to be humble and think on your feet in any given situation!
Attached are all the photos taken of the Week 8 trip!

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-Dianna Padilla