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Two people in scrubs stand in a hospital hallway near a cart covered in plastic bags. Both wear red lanyards; one wears a mask. The corridor walls are white with wave patterns and a G15 sign is visible overhead.
Bridging Care, Sustainability, and Global Impact: A Conversation with ReSurge Medical Volunteer, Dr. Carole Lin
UNITED STATES
Carole Lin, MD, Clinical Associate Professor, Pediatric Anesthesia, Stanford Dr. Carole Lin is a pediatric...
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A woman in a white lab coat smiles outdoors in sunlight, with trees and a path in the background. The lab coat reads “Plastic Surgeon” and “MD” on the chest.
Meet 2026 ReSurge Laub Fellow: Dr. Kelsi Krakauer
UNITED STATES
The Donald R. Laub Fellowship program, named after our late founder Donald Laub, allows a fourth-year...
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A woman in a colorful outfit sits on a hospital bed, smiling and holding a young girl with facial differences. Wrapped in a blanket, they share a warm moment surrounded by medical equipment during reconstructive surgical care.
Aastha's Story
NEPAL
When Aastha was just a baby, she fell into an open cooking fire at her home in rural Nepal. The burns...
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A young Ha Nhi girl with dark hair and ptosis looks to the side while being held closely by an adult, her expression appears anxious or worried, perhaps due to concerns about her sight.
What Is Ptosis? Ha Nhi's Story That Nearly Cost Her Sight
VIETNAM
When Ha Nhi was two months old, her mother Loan noticed something small but persistent: her daughter’s...
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A woman and two children smile and play outside on a sunny day, standing on green grass with huts and a clear blue sky in the background—capturing a joyful moment from Gloria's story of learning to walk again through rehabilitation.
Learning to Walk Again: Gloria’s Story
UGANDA
Along the shores of Lake Albert in Uganda, in a small fishing village far from major roads and hospitals,...
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A middle-aged man with short brown hair and glasses, wearing a blue checkered shirt, smiles at the camera against a plain light gray background, reflecting the confidence and positivity inspired by ReSurge.
Why I Give: Dr. Eric Mooney
UNITED STATES
Dr. Eric Mooney, a plastic surgeon from Cooperstown, New York, has been volunteering with ReSurge International...
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Two surgeons in scrubs, masks, and blue caps are looking through a large microscope while performing surgery as ReSurge Surgical Partners in an operating room.
Interview with ReSurge Surgical Partner: Dr. Owen Muzinda
ZIMBABWE
Originally from Zimbabwe, Dr. Owen Muzinda started as a ReSurge surgical trainee with a passion for microsurgery....
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A young child named Mona with dark hair and brown eyes looks directly at the camera, wearing a white shirt and a necklace, with a blurred outdoor background.
Healing by the River: Mona's Story
INDIA
In the outskirts of Dehradun, India, near the Sahastradhara River, lives nine-year-old Mona, a brave...
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Rajkumari Dehradun & Mental Health Counsellors
On Mental Health Day ReSurge Presents: The Connection Cure
UNITED STATES
Restoring Joy and Agency in Medicine October 10, 2025, at 7 am PT on World Mental Health Day, ReSurge...
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A close-up of an adult gently holding a baby's small hand. The baby, lying down in blue shorts with a cartoon print, appears peaceful—unaware of the turbulence echoing from Kathmandu's unrest. Only the upper body and hands are visible.
From Crisis to Care: Helping Patients Amid Kathmandu’s Unrest
NEPAL
Many of you have reached out after hearing news of the current unrest in Nepal, where protests over a...
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Two men stand outdoors smiling at the camera, one holding a young child. Dressed in summer clothes and surrounded by greenery and sunlight, they give off a warm, joyful vibe perfect for a sunny day.
Why I Give: Robert Lin
UNITED STATES
Robert Lin, a monthly ReSurge donor, is Vice President of the product team at Clarify Health. In an interview,...
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Two surgeons in scrubs and masks perform microsurgery using a microscope in an operating room decorated with colorful animal shapes on the walls.
Pioneering Access to Microsurgery in Africa 
ETHIOPIA
ReSurge International has been pioneering access to microsurgery in Sub-Saharan Africa through a research-backed...
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Two brothers stand side by side outdoors. One wears a yellow jacket and striped shirt, while the other sports a plaid jacket over a graphic t-shirt. Both look directly at the camera, with market stalls visible in the background.
He’s my brother. What else could I do?
ETHIOPIA
Fita was a motorcycle taxi driver in Sebata, Ethiopia, when his life changed in an instant. A devastating...
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A young child with short hair smiles gently, resting their arms on a large green ball. The background is softly blurred with a blue bench visible—capturing the impact of ReSurge International’s life-changing programs.
ReSurge International Acquires Physicians for Peace Programs
UNITED STATES
ReSurge International, a leading global surgery nonprofit organization dedicated to expanding access...
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A woman with short, light gray hair and glasses smiles gently. This dedicated medical volunteer wears a floral top and small earrings, with a blurred indoor background featuring geometric decor.
Medical Volunteer Nurse Spotlight: Ingrid Crocco
UNITED STATES
We recently interviewed Ingrid Crocco for Women’s History Month. Ingrid is a ReSurge Medical Volunteer...
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Dr. Hau, a smiling man wearing blue medical scrubs and a matching surgical cap that reads "ReSurge International," stands in a well-lit hallway.
Dr. Trung Hau Lê Thua: Pioneering Access to Life-Changing Care for Ethnic Minorities and Women in Vietnam
VIETNAM
Dr. Trung Hau Lê Thua is a true pioneer in plastic and reconstructive surgery. Based in Hue City, Vietnam,...
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A healthcare worker in blue scrubs and a mask washes their hands at a sink, emphasizing surgical care. Their reflection is visible in a mirror, with two soap dispensers and a hygiene poster mounted on the wall.
ReSurge-Led Partnership Enables Surgical Care in War-Affected Areas of Tigray, Ethiopia
ETHIOPIA
Since signing a peace agreement in November 2024, Ethiopia’s Tigray region has worked to rebuild...
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A smiling woman surgeon, Dr. Pramila Shakya, wearing glasses and green medical scrubs with the "ReSurge International" logo, stands indoors in front of curtains.
Dr. Pramila Shakya is Maxillofacial Surgeon and Pioneering Woman Surgeon
NEPAL
Dr. Pramila Shakya, a skilled maxillofacial surgeon at Kirtipur Hospital in Nepal, is a testament to...
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Side-by-side photos of baby Salina: the left shows her cleft lip before surgery, and the right shows her peacefully asleep after cleft lip surgery, with a healing scar on her upper lip.
Baby Salina just got a cleft lip surgery after traveling two days with her mom and aunt.
NEPAL
Born in a remote village where the nearest medical facility is days away, baby Salina arrived at Kirtipur...
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A young woman wearing a black hijab smiles and holds up a medal with a striped ribbon, celebrating her soccer achievement. The background is blue with framed pictures on the wall, including one of Ronaldo.
Muskan is a 2021 International Woman of Courage Award Winner, ReSurge patient, and acid attack survivor.
NEPAL
At the age of 15, Muskan Khatun was brutally attacked by a group of boys from her school who threw a...
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A confident boy with facial scarring, wearing a colorful headscarf, smiles gently while holding a white and gray cat close to his face. Blue patterned curtains hang in the background, hinting at his love for soccer and Ronaldo.
“They thought I wouldn't rise from the ashes. But then, I became a queen.”
INDIA
“They thought I was possessed, that spirits had taken hold of me,” said Rajkumari, a 17-year-old...
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A young girl smiles and waves with her mouth open, while a woman behind her, likely her mother, also smiles. Both are outdoors with greenery in the blurred background, enjoying a day out after cheering for Ronaldo at a soccer match.
Dilasha is passionate about drawing, singing, and playing with the kittens on her family’s mountain farm.
NEPAL
Eight-year-old Dilasha lives in the remote mountains of Nepal. Her family farms rice, corn and gourds...
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A woman with long hair stands outdoors, smiling confidently like a soccer star and looking to the side with one hand on her hip and the other on a red Honda scooter. She wears a white shirt with black floral patterns. A helmet rests on the scooter seat.
A confident boy with visible facial scars smiles while standing outdoors in front of a yellow building. Wearing a light-colored shirt and a small microphone, he looks ready for an interview—perhaps to talk about his passion for soccer or idol Ronaldo. Greenery is visible behind him.
Aayush is a confident boy who loves soccer and dreams to see Ronaldo play one day.
NEPAL
Eleven-year-old Aayush is known for his bright smile, boundless energy, and love for soccer. Like many...
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