John Holl: One World
I’m John Holl, one of the anesthesiologists on this trip to Cusco. This is my 18th Interplast trip. Since 1976, I’ve traveled around the world on over 40 international medical trips with many organizations. I am a retired pediatric anesthesiologist from Children’s Hospital in San Diego, and I still make it a priority to go on several trips per year. Serving in this way is an important part of my life. I’m so pleased that I am able to give back a talent that I’ve developed over the years. We’re all citizens of one world, and I really believe that the chance to help people is what’s important in life.
What has impressed me most about this trip to Cusco is the teamwork, and how well our team has come together. I get such a warm feeling that there are so many Interplast veterans here. It’s sometimes difficult to express to people who haven’t been on a trip just how moving this experience is. With other veterans, there is a bond that almost goes without saying.
John, or anyone on the trip...please give my greetings to Fidel!!! I was the pediatrician on the Puno trip, and have met Fidel a couple times on past trips...I am so happy he made it to you guys.... he was one of our most challenging patients on our last trip, as he was involved in the accident on the way to coming to our clinic... his daughter was with him.... a beautiful and stong little girl...good luck to all on the trip...
Dave Norton
Amherst, MA
Posted by: David Norton | March 08, 2005 at 12:03 PM
John,
What wonderful gifts you have to give away -- your skills and knowledge -- in Cusco. Your friends in San Diego admire you and feel proud to be a part of your life. You live life well. Take care a good travels.
Lisa and Bob Hartman
Posted by: Lisa Hartman | March 09, 2005 at 07:04 AM
Dear John and Mike,
We enjoy hearing about your trip to Cuzco. Keep up the good work. It brings back enyoyable memories of my interplast experiences.
With love, Don and Donna
Posted by: don guttman | March 09, 2005 at 10:11 AM