Portico

To me, the most striking feature of the clinic is the portico. I'm always impressed by the arches, the beams, the small hospital crosses that are also vents, and the overall proportions. It was built by skilled Haitian craftsman who are true artists in concrete. We don't have their names, but I hope they took satisfaction in doing a job well.  Its designer is clinic architect, Alan Dooley, who spent untold hours as a volunteer creating the design and drawings of not just the clinic, but the campus and even future buildings. 



Full moon rising through the arches

Every morning our patients wait in shade underneath this exquisite entryway.  They seem to appreciate having a place out of the sun to sit while waiting.  Some, who aren't feeling well, lie on the benches and look up at the beams and arches.  We hope it brings some ease and comfort while they wait.