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In 2017, amidst the haunting echoes of warfare near Mosul, Pat's dedication to the medical profession was put to the ultimate test. Operating in conditions far from the sterile, state-of-the-art operating rooms one might be accustomed to, Pat performed surgeries with the cacophony of gunshots and explosions serving as a grim backdrop. Each surgery was not just a battle against time and limited resources, but also a confrontation with the profound realities of war: young soldiers with grievous injuries, civilians caught in the crossfire, and children with wounds that belied their tender age. Yet, with unwavering resolve and a deep-seated commitment to save lives, Pat working with Samaritans Purse, navigated these challenges, transforming that tent into a beacon of hope amidst the desolation. Read the entire story here.