Dry bones come life
She was 52 years old, had never carried a child, and came to us in agony—her periods were unbearably painful and heavy. After a thorough evaluation, we diagnosed her with adenomyosis and endometriosis—two conditions that cause the tissue lining the womb to grow where it shouldn’t, leading to intense pain and severely diminishing the chances of pregnancy.
We sat down with her and discussed the options. A medication which could suppress her periods and give her temporary relief and possibly a permanent one if it leads to menopause. Surgery was the other option. Medically speaking, the most effective solution was removing the womb and ovaries entirely. It would have ended her suffering, but also closed the door on any possibility of pregnancy.
Then she surprised us.
She chose surgery—but with one heartfelt request: “Please don’t take my womb nor ovaries. Just remove the abnormal cells.” Despite the odds, she still held onto the dream of becoming a mother. It was a decision rooted not in logic, but in faith—a quiet, fierce hope that refused to be extinguished.
We honoured her wish and performed the surgery, knowing the chances were slim. Months passed.
Then one day, I received a photo. She was glowing with joy. She was pregnant and I was too happy to ask how she got pregnant.
Four months later, she returned to our hospital, and I had the privilege of delivering her beautiful baby girl. As I held that newborn in my hands, I couldn’t help but reflect on the woman who had defied our considered medical prediction. Her story wasn’t just about biology—it was about faith, resilience, and the unshakable belief that miracles can happen.
She reminded us that sometimes, the human spirit outpaces science. And that faith, even when fragile, can be the strongest force of all.
Reflection
I have stood on the edge of giving up more times than I can count. But witnessing my patients defy science—and living my own journey of faith—has convinced me that there is a Maker who rewrites human odds and overrules impossibility.
Faith isn’t merely about being stubborn—it is a relentless flame that burns brightest when the night is darkest. And when the world shouts ‘no,’ faith quietly responds, ‘just watch’ because impossible doesn’t stand a chance against those who dare to believe beyond logic. Walking by faith isn’t about seeing the end—it’s about moving forward with integrity, clothed in virtue, and demonstrating excellence in working as if efforts alone make things happen.
Serenity Prayer
In the chaos of uncertainty, may our faith give us the quiet strength that keeps us from breaking. Amen
