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The stories of our Ohana
Across the world, we uncover the profound tapestry of lives transformed as skilled hands and compassionate hearts come together in the noble pursuit of healing.
Ohana One at the AI Med Conference
June 5-7, 2023, Ohana One International Surgical Aid & Education had the privilege of being invited to AI Med Conference in San Diego as a guest nonprofit exhibitor.
Making the Ohana One Documentary Part Four: Filming
For the entire filmmaking team, creating the Ohana One documentary was a profound learning experience. Africa was a new and exciting frontier for them. Although Bill, Sharon, and Jay had prior experience in documentary filmmaking, it had been a while since they had...
Making the Ohana One Documentary Part Three: Understanding the Need in Mozambique
The moment the filmmaking team set foot in Mozambique, it was evident that the situation at the hospital was nothing short of intense. Their hearts sank as they witnessed the suffering of the people, especially the children, due to the lack of resources. The absence...
Ohana One presents at the GASOC Conference
Ohana One was honored to be a Silver Sponsor at the prestigious Global Anaesthesia, Surgery and Obstetric Collaboration (GASOC) conference. This event, held at the Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford, on September 23, 2023, brought together...
Making the Ohana One Documentary Part Two: Getting Ready
After the team made the decision to create the documentary, their focus shifted to the necessary preparations. Bill took charge of arranging the equipment successfully, securing a camera donation from Sony. Along with gimbals, microphones, and other essential tools,...
Making the Ohana One Documentary Part One: Building the Dream Team
Ohana One's recent mission trips took place in Mozambique, marking their first expedition since the COVID-19 pandemic imposed travel restrictions. For the past three years, the Surgical Sight Smart Glass Program has enabled Ohana One mentors to maintain contact with...
Tom Gordon: A Visionary Leader in Healthcare and Beyond
Meet Tom Gordon, an exceptional founding board member of Ohana One, whose unwavering dedication and extensive expertise have been instrumental in shaping our nonprofit organization. Tom's remarkable journey through the healthcare industry and his commitment to serving...
Dr. Jafrul Hannan’s Journey
Dr. Hannan's journey in Bangladesh is nothing short of remarkable, showcasing the incredible potential of the Surgical Sight Program to transform lives. In a nation where access to specialized medical expertise can be challenging, Dr. Hannan's recent success story...
Flavia’s First Mission Trip with Ohana One
As a part of the August mission trip organized by Ohana One, research intern Flavia embarked on a transformative journey to Mozambique. The adventure began with Flavia traveling through Qatar, accompanied by Katie, a seasoned nurse practitioner, and Kim, Ohana One...
Transforming Lives in Mozambique: Nia Mensah’s Journey
Meet Nia Mensah, the founder of Kusudi International, who participated for the first time in an Ohana One mission trip to Mozambique. Her experience is a compelling testament to the power of compassion, collaboration, and collective effort. Notably, her work adhered...
Healing Children Worldwide Through Innovative Technology
Ohana One, is making a significant impact in the lives of children worldwide by providing access to advanced medical care through their groundbreaking Surgical Sight Program. With the use of this technology, doctors can collaborate and operate together without the...
Mental Health & Wellness for LMIC Surgeons
Shared by Meghan McCullough, MD - Project Collaborator Physician burnout has been a topic of significant interest recently in the United States, with studies showing that more than half of all physicians feel burned out by their work. While research and resources have...