From the Field: Clothed in Humility
“Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.”
ROMANS 5:3-5 NIV
Physician Associates Get Hands-On Training
Naw Thue Reet Paw has just entered Year 3 of her Physician Associate studies. It's the stage when students begin applying the clinical knowledge and theories they learned during their second year to real patient care and hands-on practice. It's also one of the most challenging periods of training, as students must learn to balance classroom studies with clinical responsibilities.
Your donations support students such as Naw Thue Reet Paw and all of the patients she'll treat in the coming years. To all of you who give: Thank you.
May May Paw: "I learned the importance of humility in patient care..."
As part of our Earth Mission Physician Associate Program, students are required to complete 360 hours of internship at a clinic under the Karen Department of Health and Welfare (KDHW). The internship provides an opportunity to learn from local health workers, share clinical skills, and prepare for future service in their own communities.
"I was honored to spend 45 days interning at a clinic in the K5 area during my final year of PA studies,” May May Paw said “Although the clinic had only a few health workers, I was encouraged by how they worked together with unity and teamwork. Many staff members carried multiple responsibilities, including both administrative and clinical duties.
“During my internship, I observed that some health workers lacked confidence in making diagnoses. At the same time, I learned the importance of humility in patient care. While there were cases we could manage, there were also situations where we needed guidance from our instructors, especially for conditions such as stroke and neonatal illnesses. Through phone consultations, we received support and learned together.
“This experience taught me that healthcare is not about knowing everything. It is about learning, sharing, asking questions, and working together for the good of our patients. I returned from my internship with greater confidence, deeper compassion, and a stronger commitment to serve and strengthen healthcare in my community."
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The PA program continued regular teaching and clinical preparation activities across all year levels throughout May.
Year 1 students safely arrived in Mae Sariang and began foundational studies in subjects such as English, Chemistry, and Critical Thinking.
Year 2 students continued history taking and physical examination training at RTC while studying surgery, nutrition, and fever-related conditions.
Year 3 students focused on trauma care, gastrointestinal bleeding, SOAP note practice, and exam preparation.
Year 4 and Year 5 students spent most of their time in clinical rotations, gaining hands-on experience in patient care. Year 4 students also participated in weekly case discussion and SOAP review sessions.
Year 5 students safely returned from their internship placements and will soon begin public health studies alongside continued clinical training.
The program continues strengthening both academic learning and practical clinical skills for all students.
Please pray for our students and staff as they continue studying, teaching, and serving faithfully.
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E-Tech students continue developing both technical knowledge and practical engineering skills across all year levels.
Year 1 students are building foundational skills in physics, construction, electrical systems, mathematics, and English.
Year 2 students are gaining hands-on experience through electrical work, HVAC installations, and structural engineering studies.
Year 3 students are completing internships at RTC, assisting with water systems, solar power maintenance, and hydro power operations alongside local engineers.
Please pray for our E-Tech students and instructors as they continue gaining practical experience and preparing to serve their communities through engineering and technical work.
Drone Attack Victims and Other Combat Injuries
In May 2026, our hospital treated 461 OPD patients and 109 IPD patients, supported eight deliveries, and conducted 74 surgeries. War-related injuries increased to 21 cases, including blast, drone attack, land mine, and shrapnel injuries. Because of the severity of some cases, seven patients were referred for advanced treatment, while six received care at RTC. Medical staff continued providing emergency treatment and ongoing care for conflict-affected patients.
Food for the Elders in Our Thai Community
Our mission is to create access to health care in rural Myanmar, but there are so many other needs in our immediate area, too. Our Thai Foundation recently worked with the local Chiang Mai village headmen to prepare and deliver 150 free meal boxes to those who needed food, particularly children and the elderly.
