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Milagro Guadalupe: A Story of Perseverance and Hope

In the rural community of La Estancia, Lepaera, a story of hope and perseverance unfolds with every step Milagro Portillo takes, a 7-year-old girl who has been CAMO’s since she was two months old.

This week, Milagro and her mother, María Portillo, visited the CAMO facilities to share her progress and receive a walker that will improve her mobility.

“It has been difficult, but thanks to God and CAMO, we have moved forward,” commented María.

Since the little girl was two months old, she has been under the care of Dr. Roberto Álvarez, CAMO’s counterpart for the Neurosurgery Program.

The journey has been arduous, but full of small and great achievements that have marked the lives of Milagro and her family.

Milagro was born premature and with hydrocephalus, a condition that required surgeries on her head.

“Thanks to CAMO, we see a future full of possibilities for my daughter,” said María Matías, a grateful mother.

An Unforgettable Achievement

“Milagro began to stand up three days ago. This is a great achievement for me, and I wanted to come and share it with the CAMO staff, who are like a second family to us,” María shared with a smile full of pride and joy.

Seeing her daughter stand on her own for the first time is a significant milestone in her recovery and development.

Despite the challenges, Milagro is a cheerful and intelligent girl.

Additionally, she was referred to the Ophthalmology Program thanks to the collaboration with the Robles Ophthalmological Center, which will further improve her quality of life.

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Comprehensive Intervention in the Emergency Room of Hospital de Occidente

CAMO has successfully intervened in the emergency room of Hospital de Occidente, thanks to the valuable donations received from both the United States and Honduras.

This project included infrastructure improvements, the donation of medical equipment and supplies, and currently supports the medical team in their certification for Emergency Cardiovascular Care (CPR, ACLS, PALS AND NALS).

Infrastructure Improvements

In collaboration with the Hospital’s Support Committee, CAMO inaugurated an ambitious project to improve the Emergency Room of Hospital de Occidente.

The improvements included demolitions, wall construction, installation of security cameras, provision of medical equipment and furniture, and training for emergency personnel in the triage process to optimize patient flow and improve response to critical situations.

CAMO also maintains a permanent donation of equipment and supplies for the hospital’s emergency room.

Pioneers of CPR

In the field of medical education, CAMO has been a pioneer in CPR certification by the American Heart Association (AHA) since 1997, being the first organization in Honduras to obtain this accreditation.

This program allows the certification of individuals in basic and advanced life support for cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

The CPR program, managed by CAMO’s Education Department, is recognized as one of the best in Honduras.

Expertise Available to Patients

With the expertise of Dr. Rosalia Mahr from Ohio State University and Nationwide Children’s Hospital, emergency room staff in Santa Rosa de Copán have been trained in adult and pediatric emergency medicine and ultrasound.

Dr. Mahr will continue to return regularly to ensure ongoing staff training and proper equipping of the emergency room.

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Milagro Guadalupe: una historia de superación y esperanza

En la comunidad de La Estancia, Lepaera, Lempira, una historia de esperanza y superación se desarrolla con cada paso que da Milagro Guadalupe Portillo, una niña de 7 años que ha sido paciente de Fundación CAMO desde que tenía dos meses de edad.

Esta semana, Milagro y su madre, María Matías Portillo, visitaron las instalaciones de CAMO para compartir su progreso y recibir un andador que mejorará su movilidad.

“Ha sido difícil, pero gracias a Dios y a Fundación CAMO hemos salido adelante,” comentó María.

Desde que la pequeña cumplió dos meses, ha estado bajo el cuidado del doctor Roberto Álvarez, médico contraparte del Programa de Neurocirugía de CAMO.

El camino ha sido arduo, pero lleno de pequeños y grandes logros que han marcado la vida de Milagro y su familia.

Milagro nació prematura y con hidrocefalia, una condición que requirió cirugías en su cabeza.

“Gracias a Fundación CAMO, vemos un futuro lleno de posibilidades para mi hija”. María Matías, madre beneficiada.

Un Logro Inolvidable

“Milagro comenzó a pararse hace tres días, esto para mí es un gran logro y quise venir a compartirlo con el personal de CAMO que es como una segunda familia para nosotros,” contó María con una sonrisa llena de orgullo y alegría.

Ver a su hija sostenerse en pie por primera vez es un logro significativo en su recuperación y desarrollo.

A pesar de los desafíos, Milagro es una niña alegre e inteligente.

Además, fue remitida al Programa Social de Oftalmología gracias a la colaboración del Centro Oftalmológico Robles, lo que permitirá mejorar aún más su calidad de vida.

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