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    Is that Dr. John guy for real?

    Also, where's the nearest decent medical facility? I bought the extra trip insurance in case I need to be air-lifted out of there.

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    Quote Originally Posted by HankLloydRight View Post
    Is that Dr. John guy for real?
    Don't know. No one in our group has ever needed any medical attention. I suspect he's just a character at a bar though.

    They do have an emergency clinic on the island (complete with a no-shit physician, not just some first aid trainee), but if it was something really serious (like you needed emergency surgery or something), then they would likely fly you to the mainland.

    Also, where's the nearest decent medical facility?
    Apart from the clinic on the island, there is a hospital in La Cebia (the port city that is closest to Utila), and there are other, larger facilities in other cities. But considering that you can reach the capital city in under an hour by air, if it was something really serious they'd probably just fly you San Pedro.

    Adam

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    Time to start thinking about what to pack! I'll be getting on a plane in a week!

    Adam

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    Quote Originally Posted by buffo View Post
    Time to start thinking about what to pack! I'll be getting on a plane in a week!

    Adam
    Yeah, I need to go get some tourist clothes and flip-flops, stat!

    - J

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    Back in May when I asked about infants going for free, my Fiancé was all about it and it was going to be our first trip with our new baby. Unfortunately life has thrown us a curve ball and we won't be able to make it. Our daughter, Luella Claire, was born October 3 with Zellweger Syndrome, rare congenital disorder that has no cure and a very short life expectancy. We have put everything on hold and are spending every minute with our little angel while she is here with us. That being said, everyone have fun for us, we will be there in spirit with you!
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    Can infants go along for free?

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    Oh man.... Zellweger Syndrome is pretty grim dude. I am so very sorry.

    I understand your wish to spend as much time as possible with Luella. I wish there was something I could do pal...

    Adam

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    Finally finished my classwork and final exam for the PADI rescue diver certification that I'll be pursuing on Utila. Got a 96% on the final!

    Wondering how Brad and Hank are doing with their E-learning coursework...

    Less than a week people!

    Adam

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    Quote Originally Posted by buffo View Post
    Wondering how Brad and Hank are doing with their E-learning coursework...
    I'm in the middle of Section #2 (11.1 -- exposure suits). It's taking a bit longer than I expected, I'm going to try to do alot more today.

    Adam -- I'm assuming you did a different e-learning course since you're already certified?

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    Hank:

    Yeah, last time (2 years ago) I did the PADI advanced open water diver course with Cody (Picasso). This time I'm doing the PADI rescue diver course.

    Adam

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    Good job guys, the theory is going very well.

    Ok - so just seen this flyer/poster. Guess this shit has just got real!

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    https://www.facebook.com/TheFuntimeSociety

    Just imagine how the end of the week is going to be if this is at the beginning - bring it on.

    I fly out tomorrow morning. Looking forward to seeing you guys there

    Cheers
    Rich

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