ST LOUIS: The Health Fair at Mahatma Gandhi Center, St. Louis, sponsored by Hindu temple of St. Louis, Mahatma Gandhi Center on Saturday May 5 met with a huge success with cooperation from physicians, health care professionals from SSM health care and youth as well as adult volunteers.
People of diverse nationalities and cultures from all over St. Louis availed themselves of the free consultancy and tests provided by over 25 dedicated physicians and specialists, supportive technicians and over 20 service-oriented and youth volunteers.
The goal was to provide medical check up to all those who may not be able to afford medical services due to insurance and medical coverage problems.
“We had 289 participants and over 100 people had laboratory tests done. It gives us immense satisfaction when we work hard and achieve desired results. The extraordinary service provided by SSM Health services contributed greatly to the successful completion of the event,” said Dr. G.V. Naidu, of the Temple Humanitarian committee.
The fair had a few kids (pediatrics) for check up .Stress management had a few registrations. Orthopedic served 75 people, EKG served 40, Eye check up served 90 and Audiology served 30.
This year there were more registrants. The services offered pertained to general physical exams, basic screening lab tests like cholesterol, sugar levels, PSA, hemoglobin etc, EKGs, bone density measurements, dental checkups, eye checkups and many other specialty consultations. Vital data such as height, weight, blood pressure, pulse, were checked for each participant. The blood sugar testing and diabetes consultation was provided.
EKG machines were operated by volunteers to provide separate EKG for males and females. Physical examination and physical consultation were provided by primary care physicians. Dental examination and consultation, bone density test, vision and hearing tests were also performed.
Snacks, lunch and drinks were provided to doctors, technicians and volunteers by Hindu temple and Haveli & Mayuri restaurant.
Ashwin Patel
