In Mozambique, Dr. Isaac Vasco da Gama, one of only three pediatric ophthalmologists in the country, leads crucial efforts to save children’s vision through surgeries, mobile clinics, and community training. His work transforms lives in a nation where eye care resources and awareness are scarce.
VOSH/International and the Bansang Swiss Project collaborated to bring a retiring optometrist’s donated equipment to rural Gambia.
Dr. Marty Spencer, 2024 ASCRS Humanitarian Award recipient, has devoted more than 35 years to treating cataract blindness globally. His work with Seva Canada has transformed eye care access in developing countries, focusing on sustainable solutions.
An unexpected path leads Dr. Babiker to HCP Cureblindness and its mission to build local capacity in Eritrea.
Dr Aja Kuol, South Sudan’s first female ophthalmologist, travels to remote villages to perform life-changing eye surgeries, partnering with Mission Aviation Fellowship to reach the most isolated communities.