After Dr. Michael McCullough graduated from medical school and began his gynecology and obstetrics practice, he felt as though something was missing. He enjoyed medicine and his work took up plenty of his time, but he knew he should be doing more.

Explaining his feelings to a fellow physician, his friend recommended volunteering at Mission Arlington^® to give back. He came to try it out and, this month, celebrated 20 years of volunteering.

Dr. McCullough sees more that 200 gynecological patients each year at no charge. He’s able to give free sample medications, treat many disorders, and even do free surgeries through a partnership with a local hospital.

One former patient wrote this message in honor of Dr. McCullough’s 20th anniversary:

It is wonderful how someone can take his time and volunteer to help others without asking for anything in return. I saw Dr. McCullough once, and that’s all it took to see that he is truly a great doctor. He helped me that day in more ways than one…I can’t thank him enough for all the work and time he puts into help, not just me, but others in the time of need. Thank you so much Dr. McCullough for all your help and for your 20 years of volunteer work to your community. May God bless you.

On his way home one Thursday, after seeing all of his Mission patients, a woman in the waiting room yelled out “Michael, Michael!” The doctor stopped, recognized her face and gave a hug. The woman said a few sentences excitedly in Spanish while Dr. McCullough tried to understand what she needed and how he could help. After a quick translation, he understood that the woman did not have a medical problem. He had helped her with a surgery in the past and she couldn’t let him walk by without a greeting.

We thank God for Dr. McCullough and his commitment to people in need. If you are interested in volunteering at the Bob Mann Medical Clinic, we need you! Please call 817-277-6620 and let us know you want to help.