News

Volunteer Spotlight: Dr. Kathy Grichnik

Join us in celebrating Dr. Kathy Grichnik, Chief Medical Officer at SCA Health, a dedicated partner of One World Surgery. Her story is a testament to the power of compassion and the difference we can all make. Our volunteers are essential to our mission of transforming lives through the spirit of service.

Celebrating Our Ophthalmology Fellows

We celebrated the end of the 12-Month Anterior Segment Fellowship program for Dr. Emanuel de Icaza from Mexico and Dr. Miriam Raquel Wong from Honduras. By developing future healthcare leaders in their respective countries, we are investing in capacity-building, ensuring sustainable improvements in medical care, and expanding access to high-quality treatment. OWS is deeply grateful to you, our partners and donors, who have made their success possible.

Our Stories

Overcoming Hearing Loss

Debora, a nursing student from the Dominican Republic, faced immense challenges due to unilateral hearing loss. Thanks to your generosity, she received the necessary support to continue her studies and regain her hearing.

Finding Hope Again

Meet Aris, a resilient shoemaker from Tegucigalpa, Honduras. After a devastating hit-and-run accident, Aris was unable to work and faced insurmountable medical bills. Discover how your compassionate care and OWS's expert treatment helped him recover and return to his craft.

Our Events

Thursday, August 22, 2024 | 5:30pm

Enjoy dinner, drinks, and a program to learn more about the life-changing surgical and primary care services provided to patients in Honduras and the Dominican Republic. Special guests will include Dr. Peter and LuLu Daly and Dr. Merlin Antúnez.