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Two women smile and embrace in front of a plain wall. One wears a light blue hijab and pale green top, while the other, an acid attack survivor with visible facial scarring, has long dark hair and a black polka-dot dress.

Natalia and Muskan: Two Acid Attack Survivors Meet for the First Time

NEPAL

ReSurge is honored to have arranged the inspiring first-time meeting of two incredible women acid attack...

A smiling woman, identified as Beverly Kent, stands outdoors holding a glass heart-shaped award. She is wearing a patterned blouse, with trees and parked cars in the background. Sunlight highlights her hair and the trophy.

Honor the Legacy of Beverly Kent

UNITED STATES

A Letter From ReSurge President & CEO Greetings from ReSurge, It is with great appreciation...

A woman with long, wavy blonde hair sits and smiles during a ReSurge interview. She is wearing a dark blazer over a light blouse, with bookshelves containing medical books in the background. The YouTube video title is shown at the top.

Reflections from 2023 ReSurge Laub Fellow: Halley Darrach

TANZANIA

“My time at ReSurge has further underscored the far-reaching benefits of reconstructive surgery on the...

A group of nine medical professionals, wearing scrubs and surgical caps, pose together in a hallway during surgical training. Three are seated on colorful chairs in front, while six stand behind them, all smiling at the camera.

Scaling Sustainable Surgical Training in Ethiopia

ETHIOPIA

A groundbreaking ReSurge and Stanford University study found that one surgeon in a low-income country...

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.

Life-Changing Microsurgery in Nepal

NEPAL

ReSurge empowers local surgeons in Nepal with microsurgery skills, fostering confidence and improving...

Two surgeons wearing masks, gowns, and caps concentrate on performing surgery under bright lights in an operating room—demonstrating skilled techniques vital to burn care education as one uses magnifying glasses while both focus intently on the patient.

Burn Care Education in Mozambique

MOZAMBIQUE

In late August 2016, a visiting educator team made ReSurge’s inaugural visit to Mozambique, as part of...

Improving Nursing and Specialty Care in Bhutan

BHUTAN

Discover how ReSurge's Visiting Educator trips to Bhutan transform hand surgery and burn care, making...

A smiling burn survivor wearing a blue "Faith Camp" T-shirt sits at a table, showing scars on his arms. A bed with a patterned cover is visible in the background.

Creating Lasting Impact in Zambia

ZAMBIA

A patient story as told by Dr. Goran Jovic. At first, I did not notice anything unusual about him. I...

A smiling nurse in a white uniform and cap holds medical charts, standing in a hospital hallway where Burn Patient Kanchana is being cared for, with another nurse blurred in the background.

An Empowered Survivor | Kanchana

INDIA

Kanchana is a bright young nurse in Sri Lanka. She graduated eleventh out of 30,000 nursing students...

Two medical professionals in blue scrubs and caps, including Bill McClure, examine a young child in a red shirt. The woman speaks gently to the child while the man observes closely. Drawings are visible on the wall behind them.

Training the Next Generation of Surgeons in Cuba

CUBA

Dr. Bill McClure's transformative journey from cardiovascular surgery to plastic surgery and his dedication...

Two people sit close together on stone steps, smiling at the camera. Both wear colorful knit hats and warm clothing, with Priyanka on the left leaning affectionately against the other. The wall behind them is cracked and weathered.

The Road to Hope | Priyanka

NEPAL

Experience the incredible journey of Vijay and Priyanka as they overcome snow-covered roads in the Himalayas...

A smiling boy named Luis Fernando with short hair stands shirtless against a blue background, extending his right arm, which appears scarred and healing, possibly from burns or surgery. He wears a necklace and blue jeans.

The Real Impact of Surgery | Luis Fernando

ECUADOR

Burned and unable to use his arm, Luis Fernando's life changed when ReSurge's surgical team stepped in....

Three photos show Punkaj, a boy with burn scars on his chest and neck. Left: wounds healing; middle: further healed; right: older, with more healed skin, hands together in a gesture of greeting or prayer in each photo.

The Incredible Impact | Punkaj

INDIA

ReSurge's Surgical Outreach Program in India changes the life of Punkaj, highlighting the power of reconstructive...

A woman with visible burn scars on her neck and chest, dressed in a pink patterned top and wearing a headscarf, smiles warmly at the camera in a softly lit indoor setting, radiating Hasan's spirit of resilience.

The Character and Spirit of Hasan

INDIA

A story of survival and strength as Hasan fights societal judgment and seeks treatment for her burn...

A doctor in a white coat and glasses examines a patient closely for a possible hyena bite, holding a medical instrument, with the patient sitting in the foreground.

Seeking Advice on a Hyena Bite

ZAMBIA

Find out how Dr. Goran Jovic collaborated with ReSurge Grand Rounds to repair a teenager's face after...

An older man in a red cap and blazer sits on a couch next to a smiling boy with bandaged injuries on his arm and chest. Indoors, Rinchin holds a white bag on his lap, offering comfort and support to the child.

Restoring future dreams | Rinchin

NEPAL

Discover the inspiring story of Rinchin, a burn survivor who aims to be a movie star. Witness his journey...

A young girl with a large facial nevus is pictured with a woman in two side-by-side photos labeled 2014 and 2015, showing her a year apart and smiling in the second photo.

Removing Stigma | Huynh

VIETNAM

Huynh, born with a congenital hairy nevus, finds hope through transformative surgery. Breaking free from...

A smiling woman sits beside Nguyen, a young boy with a bandaged arm held by a man in blue medical scrubs and a colorful surgical cap. Several people are seated in the background.

Without Surgery, School Was Not Within His Reach | Nguyen

VIETNAM

Nguyen, born with fused fingers on each hand, gets life-changing surgery for a chance at education and...

Lilliam stands outdoors holding a photo of three children smiling together, surrounded by lush green plants and trees.

Reconnecting with Lilliam After More Than 10 Years

NICARAGUA

Discover the power of reconstructive surgery as Lilliam's life takes a remarkable turn, defying the limitations...

Black and white side-by-side photos of ReSurge first patient as a boy; left shows him with a cleft lip, right shows him after surgery with the cleft lip repaired.

Our First Patient | Antonio

MEXICO

Witness the inspiring journey of Antonio, ReSurge's first patient, as he overcomes adversity and embraces...

A mother smiling while holding her young girl with a cleft lip on the left; on the right, a close-up of my daughter looking to the side, wearing a white dress with colorful flowers.

Mom and My | A Mother's Hope

VIETNAM

A determined mother seeks help for her daughter's cleft lip in Vietnam. Witness their inspiring journey...

A young man named Tonmoy with visible burn scars stands on a beach at sunset, arms outstretched and smiling. An inset shows him as a child with similar scars, looking at the camera with a neutral expression.

Making Dreams Possible | Tonmoy

BANGLADESH

Tonmoy's burn injury couldn't stop him. Witness his incredible recovery, dreams, and dedication to helping...

Sorie, a young boy with visible burn scars on his face and neck, stands outdoors smiling in a white and navy striped polo shirt with a red number 6. Trees, grass, and a car are visible in the background.

Making Connections for His Care | Sorie

MALI

How a small humanitarian organization and ReSurge International changed Sorie's life forever. Witness...

Two women, one with her arm in a cast and sling, stand close together and smile at the camera. Both have dark hair and wear sweaters. A letter "B" sign hangs on the light-colored wall behind them. One of the women is Magali.

Magali: Paying it forward

BOLIVIA

Magali's journey from burn victim to medical student showcases the power of resilience and the importance...

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