Last March, our dedicated medical team traveled to the beautiful municipality of San Vicente, Palawan, for a life-changing 3-day surgical and medical mission. Brought to life through our continued partnership with The Good Hope Future Foundation, this mission brought critical healthcare directly to the communities that need it most.
A Growing Team of Heroes
This year, our mission grew even stronger. We were deeply honored to welcome volunteer ORNAP nurses from East Avenue Medical Center and the Philippine General Hospital (PGH) to our ranks. Their expertise, tireless energy, and compassionate care alongside our veteran volunteers were the driving force behind the success of this monumental 3-day event.
Our Impact by the Numbers
Over the course of 72 hours, our multidisciplinary team worked around the clock to provide comprehensive care. Here is a look at what we accomplished together:
Surgical Care
61 Major Surgeries: Including life-altering procedures such as Cleft lip repairs, Herniorrhaphies, Thyroidectomies, Cholecystectomies, Hemorrhoidectomies, Urolithotomies, Gynecological procedures, and Anterior neck mass excisions.
83 Minor Surgeries: Including the safe excision of breast masses, Lipomas, Sebaceous cysts, Tendon cysts, and Circumcisions.
Vision & Eye Care
30 Cataract Surgeries: Successfully performed in coordination with the Palawan Eye Center.
300 Vision Screenings: Our Ophthalmologists evaluated hundreds of patients, providing essential reading glasses to restore everyday clarity.
Dental Services
220 Dental Patients: Provided with essential tooth extractions, deep cleanings, and general dentistry services to alleviate pain and improve oral health.
Mental Health & Education
97 Workshop Participants: Our expert Psychiatrists led a highly impactful Mental Health First Aid Workshop, equipping local residents with the tools to support their community’s mental well-being.
Advanced Diagnostics
18 Diagnostic Ultrasounds
21 2D Echocardiograms performed for critical cardiac evaluations.
More Than Just Numbers
All in all, an incredible 830 patients were served during this mission. But to our team, these aren’t just statistics. They represent 830 lives changed, families relieved from the burden of illness, and a community empowered by health.
We extend our deepest gratitude to The Good Hope Future Foundation, our new ORNAP volunteers, the Palawan Eye Center, and every doctor, nurse, and support staff member who made this possible.
Stay tuned for updates on our upcoming missions and find out how you can support our journey to bring healing and hope to more communities!