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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...

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,...

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...

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...

Donations from people like you make these life-changing stories possible. Without your generosity, thousands of individuals with surgically treatable conditions will go without much-needed care. Learn how you can help write positive stories for people worldwide by visiting our donations page today.

A woman in a red headscarf smiles while holding a baby with a feeding tube in a hospital room. The baby is wrapped in a blanket, and Pritam Kunwar stands nearby, with hospital beds and medical equipment in the background.

Removing Scars

NEPAL

Born with a cleft lip, Pritam Kunwar's life changed at 26. Two surgeries, speech therapy, now a Taekwondo...

A smiling woman with shoulder-length brown hair and Elvis Maduro, a man with a bald head and goatee, pose closely together in formal attire in front of a decorative mosaic background.

Why I Give: A Donor's Perspective from Elvis Maduro

UNITED STATES

Discover why Elvis Maduro became a donor for ReSurge International, supporting life-changing cleft surgeries...

A collage shows a smiling man in navy scrubs, hospital corridors, medical staff at work, a hospital entrance, and a scholarship recipient in green scrubs, apron, and mask preparing medical tools.

Africa Exchange Program Scholars Complete Their Training

UGANDA

Today, five billion people live without access to surgical care. Sub-Saharan Africa has the most acute...

Two people in business attire sit on stools at a small round table with a white tablecloth, engaged in conversation. Framed landscape photos—one taken by Dr. Shankar Man Rai—hang behind them. A wine glass and water glass rest on the table.

5 Things We Learned from Dr. Shankar Man Rai

NEPAL

ReSurge International recently hosted Transformational Conversations: An Evening with Dr. Shankar Man...

A collage of women in various settings: smiling portraits, a mother with her child, Matolase Mtonga Scholarship recipients in surgical scrubs and masks, and a smiling couple sitting together.

Introducing the Newest Matolase Mtonga Scholarship Winners

ETHIOPIA

Meet the five winners of the 2023/24 Matolase Mtonga Scholarship! These powerful women are dedicated...

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

In rural Nepal, a remarkable young girl named Aastha has captured hearts with her unwavering spirit and...

One Year Later: The 2022-23 Matolase Mtonga Scholars

KENYA

Read the inspiring journey of the Matolase Mtonga Memorial Scholarship recipients in reconstructive surgery...

A nurse in a white uniform walks down a hospital hallway, carrying an orange plastic container and a folder—dedicated to the mission of Global Surgery—with another person visible in the distance.

Bridging the Global Reconstructive Surgery Gap

UNITED STATES

*This post originally appeared on the Global Health Council’s blog. The Global Health Council,...

A smiling couple sits close together on a bench outdoors, sharing an inspiring moment that feels straight out of an inspirational family story. The woman wears a yellow jacket, the man a blue denim shirt, with buildings and trees in the background.

Anything for Their Baby: Itzel's Story

BOLIVIA

David and Dayana are a young couple from a rural Bolivian town who went against all odds to save their...

2023 Transformations Gala: A Life-Changing Journey

UNITED STATES

Our annual ReSurge International Transformations gala was a huge success! Thank you to everyone who joined...

A woman holds a smiling young child dressed in a bright red jacket, capturing the Bond Built from Hope. Another woman stands in the background near a bed, in what appears to be an indoor hospital or clinic room.

A Bond Built from Hope: Kriti’s Story

INDIA

When Dr. Vinita Puri was asked to travel to Dehradun, India to perform free reconstructive surgeries...

Six women in matching black scrubs, part of the PWRS team, sit and stand together, smiling at the camera. They are posed indoors against a gray wall, with two small side tables on either side of the group.

Introducing the Third PWRS Cohort

UNITED STATES

Introducing our 3rd cohort of women reconstructive surgeons! Six talented women from around the world...

Dr. Rose Alenyo: Surgical Outreach Partner in Uganda

UGANDA

At ReSurge, we transform lives in low-income countries by training, funding, and empowering local reconstructive...

Dr. Kush Aeron: Surgical Outreach Partner in Dehradun, India

INDIA

At ReSurge, we know that one of most effective way to transform lives in low-income countries is through...

A young boy in a gray school uniform with green trim stands against a purple wall, stretching his arms out to his sides. He has a serious expression, and scars on his right arm hint at Sushan's Story and the importance of Burn Awareness.

Sushan's Story: Burn Awareness

NEPAL

Young Sushan from Nepal was only 18-months-old when the unthinkable happened. He was walking with his...

A woman lovingly kisses a baby on the cheek while holding the child in her arms. The text reads “A New Era of Impact, 2022 Annual Report.” Vertical orange and teal bars highlight this moment of impact.

2022 Annual Report: An New Era of Impact

UNITED STATES

We are proud to present our 2022 Annual Report! At ReSurge, we envision a world where no person has...

Nothing's Impossible: Jacob's Story

TANZANIA

It is a warm October afternoon in Itigi, a small village in central Tanzania. The round and full sun...

A smiling woman with glasses and a colorful scarf rests on a couch, her bandaged arm in a sling. As her tabby cat lounges nearby, she wonders, "What charity should I donate to?" reflecting on ways to help others.

5 Reasons I Donate to ReSurge

UNITED STATES

Helene is a recent ReSurge International donor from Durham, North Carolina. She is a retired English...

Meet Claire Lachance, ReSurge’s new President and CEO

UNITED STATES

Introducing Claire Lachance, the new President and CEO of ReSurge. A transformative leader dedicated...

Three surgeons in masks and blue scrubs perform surgery, showcasing their Surgical Team Training as they wear magnifying glasses and head coverings, focused intently on their work under bright surgical lights.

The Surgical Team Training Trip

UNITED STATES

ReSurge International was one of the first organizations of our kind to swiftly transition into virtual...

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