Doctors and volunteers convert fast‑food restaurant into emergency clinic in La Guaira

Volunteers in La Guaira have converted a former fast‑food restaurant into an emergency clinic to address a growing shortage of medical services in the coastal city. The makeshift facility, set up by local NGOs and a coalition of healthcare professionals, opened its doors on Monday and now offers triage, basic wound care, and medication dispensing for residents affected by recent disruptions to the public health system.

The clinic operates around the clock, staffed by volunteer doctors, nurses, and support personnel who repurposed the restaurant’s kitchen and dining area into treatment rooms and a waiting area. Supplies were sourced through donations from regional charities and international aid groups, allowing the site to serve up to 150 patients per day while permanent hospitals undergo repairs. Officials say the temporary clinic will remain functional until longer‑term healthcare infrastructure is restored, providing a critical bridge for the community’s urgent medical needs.