Dear Friend’s and Family,

Isn't it amazing to reflect back and see how God is directing your life? Last month, I returned from another 3 week trip to Nigeria where I had 3 other doctors accompany me. Two doctors, Javier Campos and Jason Pilcher, were Christian residents from the Family Practice Residency program I am on staff with. Many gave financially so that they could make the trip, and what a wonderful experience they had. We were also blessed to have had Dr. Donald Huene, an orthopedic surgeon from Reno, Nevada, join us again. We truly appreciate him and the significant difference he made in the lives of many. To God's glory, we were able to do 51 surgery cases in 15 work day's. We were also able to see many AIDS patients, some who had been taking the Virapro that was donated to us and were doing quite well. We have heard back from several patients who expressed their gratitude for the surgery we did for them. One lady who had been in chronic pain, was now free to work again, so she decided to work for our hospital and what an asset she has been. While in Nigeria, we were also able to visit and minister in 3 churches. What a joy to be a part of those great churches that have such passion for God. The hospital and bible college are doing well. Casmir Ihegworo (Dean of the bible college) and Ifeoma, his wife had their second child this passed month. May God continue to abundantly bless their lives.

God continues to open doors. We are very close to starting a research project on HIV patients that could put it in remission for more than a year. Pray that God would bless this endeavor. It would potentially open the door for us to minister in 40 other African countries.

Under the direction MMI board member, Dr. Noreen Johnson, the TouchTobago team is moving ahead with a medical clinic. Connections with the Methodist Church are making it possible to potentially establish a future hospital there, as well. We thank God for all he is doing through them.

We have put some of the photos from our latest Nigeria trip on our website. We hope you enjoy them. Our next scheduled trip to Nigeria will be in May, for 3 weeks. Velvet and our 2 oldest boy's are planning to accompany me on this trip. If you, or someone you know of has interest in joining us, please let us know. The all inclusive cost of the Nigeria trip generally runs about $2500.

Again, we are truly grateful to those of you who support this ministry with your prayer and/or finances. Contributions are tax deductible and should be made payable to Medical Missions International. May the Grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the sweet fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you now and forever more.

 

In His service,
Dr. Stuart & Velvet Quartemont