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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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Dr. Carla Epps smiles while using a stethoscope on a baby, who is held by a smiling woman, likely the mother. The baby looks up at Dr. Epps in a brightly lit room.
Black History Month: An Interview With Dr. Carla Epps
UNITED STATES
Black History Month honors the incredible contributions that Black communities have made throughout American...
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Jeff Friedrich, a man with short brown hair wearing dark-rimmed glasses and a suit, smiles at the camera in front of a plain gray background.
Sharing the Art and Science of Hand Surgery: An Interview with Dr. Jeff Friedrich
UNITED STATES
Explore Dr. Jeff Friedrich's journey as a ReSurge volunteer and his efforts to build local capacity in...
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A medical professional in scrubs and gloves examines a surgical instrument in an operating room, reflecting advancements seen through the reconstructive surgery curriculum in Africa, while another person in surgical attire stands nearby.
A Localized Global Surgery Curriculum Across Africa
ZIMBABWE
What is the difference between the curriculum accessible to residents at Stanford Medicine’s Division...
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A young girl named Sujana, with an injured arm wrapped in a purple bandage, stands smiling beside a woman outside a rustic bamboo house in a rural setting. The woman is kneeling and gently supporting Sujana’s arm.
A Phoenix Rising: Sujana's Story
NEPAL
Sujana's world shattered in a house fire. Follow her journey of resilience and healing with ReSurge...
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A woman in an orange patterned dress and black headscarf stands next to a smiling young boy named Jackson, who has a birthmark on his face. They are outdoors with trees and sunlight in the background.
A Productive Life: Jackson's Story
TANZANIA
Meet Jackson. This exuberant boy took a ten-hour bus ride with his mother to our clinic in Tanzania....
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A young child with a bandaged head and arm sits on a hospital bed, holding a yellow bottle. The child, part of the Bright Future for Philip campaign, has an oxygen tube and a toy nearby. Hospital beds and equipment are visible in the background.
A Bright Future: Philip's Story
UGANDA
Philip is a bright-eyed toddler who loves playtime with his siblings. Philip was born in Uganda, a country...
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Three medical professionals wearing masks, scrubs, and gloves treat a patient’s foot in a clinical setting. Part of the ReSurge Zimbabwe team, one applies a bandage while another observes and the third prepares medical supplies.
Our First Trip in 2021: Part Two in Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE
ReSurge's journey to Zimbabwe: Supporting surgeons, hosting meetings, and unveiling eLearning center....
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Two men stand smiling on a street with buildings on one side and people walking. Snow-capped mountains rise brightly in the background under a clear sky, as Dr. Dave Dingman enjoys the scenic view.
Celebrating the Life & Legacy of Dr. Dave Dingman
UNITED STATES
With sadness, we mourn the loss of Dr. Dave Dingman, ReSurge’s first Consulting Medical Officer, who...
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A smiling woman, Matolase Mtonga, wears medical scrubs and a cap with text. The background is plain white.
In Loving Memory of Dr. Matolase Mtonga
ZAMBIA
Dr. Matolase Mtonga: A brilliant and compassionate force in the field of reconstructive surgery. She...
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A ReSurge Kenya surgical team in blue gowns and masks performs an operation in a well-equipped operating room, with surgical instruments and supplies arranged on a nearby table.
Our First Trip of 2021: ReSurge in Kenya
KENYA
In their first trip of 2021, ReSurge volunteers visit Kenya and witness the remarkable work of Dr. Peter...
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Tyson Clark, dressed in a tuxedo, smiles at the camera while seated at a formal event, with other people and tables visible in the blurred background.
In Loving Memory of Tyson Clark
UNITED STATES
Celebrating the Life of Tyson Clark: A Loving Father, Navy Veteran, and Force for Good. His impact will...
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A man and a woman sit on stage in armchairs, engaged in conversation. The woman, embodying the Empowerment Model, smiles in a black outfit with light-colored knee-high boots. They are seated before a small table and a gray curtain backdrop.
ReSurge Honors: An Event Honoring The Empowerment Model
UNITED STATES
Join us at ReSurge Honors event, celebrating empowerment and honoring women in reconstructive surgery....
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A woman in a red dress and headscarf sits on the left, while a young boy lies in a hospital bed on the right. Between them is the 2021 Annual Report’s colorful circular logo with abstract human figures.
The Ripple Effect: 2021 Annual Report
UNITED STATES
Discover the impact of our 2021 ReSurge International Annual Report! Join us in training the next generation...
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A woman in a blue garment, possibly Burn Patient Basanti, holds a young child with visible facial burns or scars. The child wears a bonnet with a red ruffle. Both appear concerned, gazing off to the side against a backdrop of brick walls.
A Mother’s Fierce Hope: Basanti's Story
NEPAL
ReSurge’s patients and their families are brave. They are strong. They are fighters. Some take a bus...
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Two medical professionals sit attentively in a classroom during a virtual training session. A woman in a white lab coat with braided hair is in focus, holding a pen, while a man in maroon scrubs and glasses listens beside her.
eLearning Center Spotlight
UGANDA
ReSurge International was one of the first organizations of our kind to swiftly transition into virtual...
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A person wearing medical scrubs, a face mask, protective glasses, a red hair cover, and high-tech augmented reality magnifying goggles with a small camera attached, standing in a clinical setting.
Do You See What I See? Augmented Reality in the OR
UNITED STATES
ReSurge International partners with Ohana One International Surgical Aid to bring Augmented Reality to...
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Dr. Tinga Nyoni - University of Zimbabwe Hospital Harare, Zimbabwe
Dr. Tinga Nyoni: A Pioneering Woman Surgeon Achieves Highest Board Scores in the Region
ZIMBABWE
The COVID-19 pandemic hit the global surgery sector hard. All international travel was canceled and elective...
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Dr. Bharatendu Swain - Aakar Asha Hospital Hyderabad, India
Pride Is Not a Factor: Dr. Swain on Being a Resurge Humanitarian and Partner
INDIA
For over six years, Dr. Bharatendu Swain has been a ReSurge International Surgical Outreach Partner....
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Graphic featuring the ReSurge International logo above the text "Advancing Diversity, Equity & Inclusion DEI Statement" on a pale background. Three abstract human figures in different colors highlight the theme of diversity in the logo.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement
UNITED STATES
ReSurge International is an international global health organization driven to address surgical inequities...
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Smiling Young Bibas with short hair and plaid shirt holds up right hand, showing five fingers, in front of a teal background.
In Good Hands: The Story of Young Bibas
NEPAL
Discover the amazing story of Bibas, a young man from Nepal who overcame a life-changing injury. Join...
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