Mokpo Cheongho Rotary Club Conducts Medical Volunteer Service in Sinan Island Villages

Mokpo Cheongho Rotary Club, three specialists, and seven students from Mokpo Catholic University provided medical volunteer services on Banwol Island, Sinan. (Photo by Park Ki-dong)

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Ki-dong] The Mokpo Cheongho Rotary Club of International Rotary District 3710 (President Seo Chang-ho) conducted medical volunteer work on the morning of the 15th at Banwoldo, Anjwa-myeon, Sinan-gun.

This medical volunteer service was carried out by Director Lee Myung-jae of Samho Hanmaeum Family Medicine, Director Choi Chang-jun of Urology, and a chronic pain specialist, targeting 40 elderly people aged 65 and over.

In particular, the volunteer work was made more meaningful by the participation of seven students from Mokpo Catholic University.

President Seo Chang-ho said, “We worked with specialists from three medical departments to provide various types of medical care to elderly residents on remote islands who are vulnerable in terms of healthcare,” and added, “I am grateful to the directors and the seven students who took time out of their busy schedules to volunteer.”

Jang Jong-eon, head of Banwol-ri, expressed gratitude to the medical staff, saying, “It is difficult to go to the hospital due to geographical reasons, but this volunteer work was very helpful.”

Director Lee Myung-jae of Samho Hanmaeum Family Medicine said, “Many elderly patients suffer from chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension,” and urged, “We hope for continuous management.”

Additionally, Director Kim Young-woon of Mir Dental Hospital sponsored dental supplies, and Director Park Hee-sook also provided barber services as part of the volunteer work.

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