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We caught up with longtime volunteers Lorena and Kristi during our medical mission in Guadalajara, Mexico, earlier this year. Lorena served as the electronic medical records team leader, and Kristi was a member of the pre- and post-operative nursing team. This couple lives in Fresno, California, but they have traveled around the world donating their time and expertise to help children in need of life-changing surgery. In this conversation, they share some of their fondest memories from the more than 30 medical missions they have participated in. They told us that they plan to continue volunteering for as long as they can. Watch their conversation now to hear what it is that keeps them coming back.
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