Dr. Paul Frymoyer: A significant drop in the bucket

Dr. Paul Frymoyer is but one of thousands of doctors who, at a time in their careers, have dedicated time, energy, and professional expertise to the people of Africa. Several international organizations, among them the United Nations and Doctors without Borders, send several hundred doctors to various parts of Africa every year. Despite this influx, however, it appears that Africa’s health woes are multiplying as time goes by.

Paul Frymoyer. Image credit: Frytravel.blogspot.com

It appears, however, that others bask more in recognition of their charity than the doctors who postpone lucrative careers in cities in order to practice their noble professions. For many doctors who go to Africa, being a doctor is a job akin to that of a peacekeeper. Dr. Paul Frymoyer has been in that situation before. Luckily for the doctor, however, he did not encounter anything potentially fatal. In restive areas, the danger of death hangs over every hospital and clinic. Medical entities are often caught in the crossfire of fighting forces, especially when they respond to the call of duty and try to extend assistance to wounded combatants on either side. This happens every so often, and no small number of doctors’ lives has been lost under these circumstances.

Paul Frymoyer. Image credit: Frytravel.blogspot.com

Regardless of how long they stay, the doctors who come to Africa contribute significantly to saving lives in that troubled part of the world. Ironically, rarely are they recognized for these acts in the same way as celebrities who dole out cash donations for causes are hailed. Yet doctors continue to flow into the continent—one could only surmise that living by their oaths is rewarding enough.

Paul Frymoyer. Image credit: Frytrvel.blogspot.com

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