Welcome to Angels in Medicine, the site that highlights the work of medical humanitarians. These individuals and organizations provide healthcare and alleviate suffering for vulnerable populations: the poor, victims of natural disasters and conflicts, and those unable to access quality care.
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Retired nurse Fanny Ogwu continues to make a difference in Nigeria by advocating for immunization and engaging with remote communities to build trust and ensure access to life-saving vaccines. From VaccinesWork.
Discover how one dedicated nurse-midwife transformed a struggling health center in Madagascar into a thriving, community-led “WASH-Friendly” facility, improving lives and setting a new standard for quality care.
Every day, hundreds of migrants arrive in Costa Rica after crossing the Darién Gap, a jungle that divides Colombia and Panama. In the facilities of EMI Sur, MSF expanded access to medical and psychological care services.
In the Philippines, USAID-trained Indigenous community health workers like Flora are transforming lives by providing culturally-sensitive family planning services and strengthening primary health care systems in underserved areas.
Dr. Jennifer Ogeer leads efforts to bring crucial animal care to Canada’s underserved northern regions. Through temporary clinics, vaccinations, and scholarships, Veterinarians Without Borders fosters community partnerships, improving both pet and human health in remote areas.
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