In 2008 Barbara Koffman led 2 groups of dental volunteers for the purpose of carrying out basic dentistry in a number of temporary clinics at various locations.
September
The team consisted of:
Dentist Nick, B.D.S. Dublin----was on the trip in august 2006 &
Katrina his wife, General and Dental nurse
Michael, Katrina’s brother - non dental team member. First time in Uganda
Dentist Mark B.D.S. Dublin- now in Harley Street-- first time to Uganda.
Dentist Mukund B.D.S. born in Ugandan, studied in India, has lived in UK for many years. First return visit for 37 years.
Karen -- hygienist from Scotland now living in Nottingham. First time to visit Uganda
Jill -- Dental Therapist, Crewe area. First time to visit Uganda
Sonia -- Dental Therapist, Crewe area. First time to visit Uganda
Tom student just finished A’ levels. First time to visit Uganda.
Read Barbara's full account in her september trip diary
February
UK Team, lead by CRU's Barbara Koffman, consisted of:
Dentist Will B.D.S.
Dentist Louise B.D.S.
Julie Hygienist
Shirley Hygienist
Michelle D.S.A./Practice Manageress
Ugandan Staff:
Sam Dental Health worker
Ida Dental Health Worker
6 Interpreters,
1 cook,
2 drivers
Click here for Shirley Robinson's trip diary
'This was a very successful Trip-------- measured by the amount of patients treated and there being no clinical traumas or problems, and no post operative traumas. There was a follow up visit to the clinics one week later and all the reports were good.
All team members interacted well both with UK and Ugandan staff. It is hoped that a long term working relationship will be established in this way.
Allocated funding was sufficient to facilitate the trip, which was approximately £2,000. This covered the cost of transport, drugs, interpreters, expenses for Ugandan qualified staff, food for the whole team, and laundry.
The people of Uganda gave their thanks to the UK volunteers for providing this much needed outreach mission.
Christian Relief Uganda would like to offer their sincere thanks to all those who took part in the February 2008 Dental Mission.'
"Webele Nyo" Barbara Koffman
Click here for Barbara's full trip report for February
Click here for an update on the dental projects
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