Del Rey Medico has two clinics. The clinic in Batey Margarita is staffed by Dr Benjamin. The clinic in Consuelo is staffed by Dr Quinterio and her nurse, Wanda. Both clinics provide basic medical services, similar to a primary care office here in the US. They also provide basic medications to the patients they serve. Frequently seen problems include high blood pressure, diabetes, skin problems, and stomach problems. The doctors also provide prenatal care, and Dr Benjamin is trained in ultrasound. Dr Benjamin and Dr Quinterio work closely with pastors supported by Del Rey Ministries. The pastors assist in identifying people who need medical care, and are a means of transporting medications to patients between clinic visits. Currently, an average of150 to 200 people a month are seen between the two clinics.
Health literacy is very low in the Dominican Republic. The doctors and their nurses provide much needed health education, by visiting the villages and holding health education seminars. Topics covered include basic dental hygiene, feminine hygiene, child health, and screening for hypertension and diabetes.
