Dentistry for All

This is an open letter from Brad Krusky who just returned from Guatemala.  An update on Dentistry for All - Dr. Shane Fisher will be staying in Comi for the next six months to establish a perminent local presence working with Guatemalan dentists and health care practitioners as well as local social service agencies addressing larger issues.  If you would like more information on what is happening on the ground you can . Read more »

I am back in Canada, sleeping in my nice comfy bed that does not have fleas, with access to fresh running water, and indoor flush toilets; so I am in the perfect position to reflect back on my 10 days in Guatemala.  The irony is not to be lost - how we can accomplish so much in conditions that are "not to North American Standards," is amazing to me. Read more »

I have another blog post to share now that I am back in Canada, but wanted to get these photos posted (now that I am on a high-speed connection).

It was a wonderful trip!  Guatemala is a beautiful country and I look forward to going back again sometime.

Enjoy the images!

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Greetings from Guatemala! This is my first time in Latin America and so far I have loved every minute!  Funny enough, the most difficult part of the trip was leaving the Calgary Airport! Picture 24 hockey bags filled with dental equipment and supplies carried by 8 dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and other support volunteers; each bag being hand-searched.  From this point it has been smooth sailing (with the exception of the earthquake that shook me awake this morning). Read more »