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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 woman in a beige hoodie sits beside a young boy in an orange shirt, both looking at the camera. They sit before a wooden door with greenery behind them, capturing the human side of Surgical Care for Ethnic Minorities in Vietnam.
Healing Across the Highlands: Serving Ethnic Minorities in Vietnam
VIETNAM
Meet Kinh, an Eight-Year-Old Child From the H’re Community In central Vietnam, eight-year-old Kinh...
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The image shows the United Nations General Assembly hall with rows of empty seats, a central podium, and the UN emblem displayed on a golden wall at the front. The well-lit space highlights the grand design of this United Nations venue.
Resurge International at the United Nations
UNITED STATES
ReSurge International was honored to host a panel at the 68th United Nations Commission on the Status...
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group of doctors performing surgery
One Surgeon, 400,000 Lives: The Multiplier Effect of Surgical Training
UNITED STATES
ReSurge Study Unveils the First-Ever Framework for Quantifying the Generational Impact of Surgical Training “The...
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A doctor in a white coat examines a young child’s arm—perhaps a patient from “Girls on Fire: The Gendered Outcomes of Burn Injuries”—while she sits on an adult's lap in sunlit, sterile surroundings.
ReSurge Presents at The UN Commission on the Status of Women
UNITED STATES
Girls on Fire: The Gendered Outcomes of Burn Injuries In a world where health disparities challenge...
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Dr. Vinita Puri - KEM Hospital Mumbai, India
Dr. Vinita Puri is Mending Lives
INDIA
Dr. Vinita Puri is a true humanitarian. She is a professor and the head of the plastic and reconstructive...
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A healthcare worker in scrubs and a mask gently cares for a child lying in bed. The text reads: "Annual Report: Local Action for Global Impact.
Local Action for Global Impact: 2023 Annual Report
UNITED STATES
We Are Honored to Share Our 2023 Annual Report We are proud to celebrate an exceptional year in which...
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Four medical professionals wearing scrubs, masks, and gloves stand together in an operating room, posing for a group photo after treating an accident case. Medical equipment and bright lighting are visible in the background.
The Road to Recovery: Surviving A Road Accident in Tanzania
TANZANIA
Life-changing accident leads to a historic medical milestone in Tanzania. Read the incredible journey...
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A collage of nine images featuring African women doctors and surgeons, including Matolase Mtonga, in various settings—operating rooms, graduation attire, consulting with patients, and smiling confidently in professional portraits.
Congratulations to the Newest Matolase Mtonga Scholarship Winners!
ETHIOPIA
The Matolase Mtonga Scholarship Program Though women comprise more than 50% of the population, they...
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A collage of three children: the first, named Princela, has an abnormal growth on her head; the second has a shaved head and a serious expression; and the third has a slight smile with no visible abnormalities.
The Scars that Shape Us: Princela's Story
INDIA
Princela's life changed forever when a cooking accident left her with severe burns. Read how reconstructive...
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Shelley Brown, in a white shirt, smiles at the camera next to a young boy with short hair wearing a plaid shirt. They are seated indoors at a table with a water bottle, framed by green curtains in the background.
Donor Spotlight: Shelley Brown Visits ReSurge Vietnam
VIETNAM
Shelley Brown is a valued member of ReSurge International’s giving community, and she recently had the...
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A group of uniformed personnel carries a patient on a stretcher across an airport tarmac, while others stand nearby. Text at the bottom reads, "Urgent Burn Care Response from ReSurge Nepal after the Nepal Fire.
ReSurge International's Rapid Response to Nepal's Fire Tragedy
NEPAL
Devastating fire in Nepal prompts ReSurge International to mobilize emergency response team, providing...
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Four women sit at a wooden table with laptops and papers, smiling at the camera. Behind them, a screen displays a presentation on "Perioperative Nursing Education Re-Imagined" in a conference room, highlighting advances in nursing education.
Nursing Education Reimagined
NETHERLANDS
Nurses adapt to virtual training post-COVID, share insights at ICPAN 2023. Evolving nursing education...
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Two women, including Manisha, smiling and sitting in a cable car with mountains, trees, and buildings visible through the windows. One wears a black shirt, while Manisha sports sunglasses and a grey top.
Board Member Spotlight: Manisha Shetty Gulati
BOLIVIA
In her five years on the ReSurge International Board of Directors, Manisha Shetty Gulati has witnessed...
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A smiling woman with a pink flower in her hair wears a pink shirt with a breast cancer ribbon, embodying reconstructing hope and the spirit of breast cancer care in Vietnam. Behind her is a faded, stylized image from the past, wearing a headscarf and also smiling.
Reconstructing Hope: Transforming Breast Cancer Care in Vietnam
VIETNAM
Son Hoang from central Vietnam wears many hats – a doting grandmother, a devoted mother, a resilient...
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Two healthcare professionals in blue scrubs, surgical caps, and face masks stand side by side in a medical setting, smiling at the camera. Chihena Banda is among them, reflecting confidence and dedication in their roles.
Zambia's Dr. Chihena Banda Studies at Tokyo Cancer Center
ZAMBIA
First Zambian plastic surgeon, Dr. Chihena Banda, receives support from ReSurge to train at prestigious...
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Three surgeons in blue scrubs, masks, and hair covers are performing surgery under bright surgical lights, focused intently on the patient—a scene reminiscent of Helmer's Story, with medical instruments visible.
Armed with Courage: Helmer’s Story
BOLIVIA
In 2019, a team of ReSurge Medical Volunteers went on a trip to La Paz, Bolivia, with a Surgical Team...
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Ten people, including Claire Lachance, stand together smiling in a formal meeting room under a blue sign reading "SỞ Y TẾ." A table with papers, glasses, and water sits before them, highlighting the professional atmosphere.
Reflections on My First Year as President & CEO
UNITED STATES
Reflections on my first year as President & CEO of ReSurge International by Claire Lachance. Join...
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Halley Darrach, a woman with long, light brown hair, stands outdoors in front of blossoming tree branches. She wears a dark coat and a subtle smile, while the blurred background highlights vibrant spring flowers and greenery.
Meet 2023 ReSurge Laub Fellow: Halley Darrach
UNITED STATES
Meet Halley Darrach, 2023 ReSurge International Laub Fellow. Discover her background, work with ReSurge,...
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A smiling healthcare worker in purple scrubs, a hairnet, and gloves—Dr. Dorothy Gaal—holds a piece of paper with a colorful geometric design. A stethoscope hangs around her neck, and her mask is pulled down below her chin.
Dr. Dorothy Gaal: Supporter Spotlight
UNITED STATES
A person dies every two seconds due to an untreated surgical condition, according to the most recent...
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A hospital ward with several women sitting beside young children in cribs. Sunlight filters through large windows, illuminating the room. ReSurge volunteers have left care kits near the beds. The atmosphere is calm and quiet.
Millions Need Reconstructive Surgery Globally. This Organization Takes a Local Approach to the Problem
UNITED STATES
Discover ReSurge International: A Silicon Valley-based nonprofit tackling global surgical challenges,...
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