The mandate of Operation Walk Canada is twofold: To provide hip and knee replacement surgery to indigent patients suffering from debilitating bone and joint conditions; and To foster improved healthcare by teaching and sharing knowledge with in-country medical professionals. In November, the team of anesthesiologists, internists, surgeons, nurses, physiotherapists and general volunteers performed over 50 [...]
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Profile: Faith in Practice
Posted by Laura on April 15, 2010
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The mission of Faith In Practice (FIP) is to improve the physical, spiritual, and economic conditions of the poor in Guatemala through short-term surgical, medical and dental mission trips and health-related educational programs. Their mission is based on an ecumenical understanding that as people of God they are called to demonstrate the love and compassion [...]
Profile: Hearts in Motion
Posted by Laura on September 17, 2009
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The mission of Hearts In Motion is to provide care and medical treatment for children, families, and communities through its programs and sponsorships in the U.S., and Central and South America. An additional goal is to provide opportunities for individuals to participate in short-term mission experiences. The impact of the trip experience on each team [...]