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Contributions to the health of people the United States and around the world take many forms and bring both immediate and lifelong rewards. Some people chose to donate funds to worthwhile causes and organizations, while others give their time and energy to work in the field. Anyone can make a difference and have a positive impact on the lives of the world’s neediest people.
Medical Mission Hall of Fame Foundation
Dr. Geelhoed supports the work of the Medical Mission Hall of Fame Foundation (MMHOFF). Based at the University of Toledo, the MMHOFF was created to honor individuals and organizations that have made significant and substantial contributions to advancing the medical well being of people throughout the world.
We welcome donations of medical supplies, laboratory equipment, etc. Please list what you would like to donate on the Mission to Heal Research Accelerator. We will then contact you.
Operation Giving Back
Dr. Geelhoed also supports Operation Giving Back (OGB), the volunteerism program of the American College of Surgeons. OGB maintains a resource center where surgical professionals and trainees can find information on volunteer opportunities in the United States and around the world. In collaborations with academic institutions, corporations, foundations, government and non-profit entities, OGB aims not only to connect medical professionals to volunteer opportunities but also to create sustainable programs of medical education and service. Its Web site includes trip reports from volunteers who have completed medical missions and toolkits for those preparing for missions.
Other organizations
CURE International
Focusing on the 100 million children worldwide with curable diseases and conditions, it is the mission of CURE to heal children in developing countries.
CURE International
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INMED
The Institute for International Medicine (INMED) works to equip health care professionals to serve in medical missions. Through programs such as their INMED Diplomat training, they provide educational opportunities and important medical services to communities around the world.
INMED
MAP International
Founded in 1954, today MAP International provides essential medicines, promotes community health development, and works to prevent and mitigate disease, disaster and health threats in over 115 countries throughout the world. MAP International works in partnership with more than 300 organizations around the world.
MAP International
How to Help
Medical Ministry International
The goal of Medical Ministry International is to provide care to 100 million of the world’s needy each year by 2050. MMI sends groups of volunteers on one or two week projects designed to establish and equip medical clinics and provide health care services to the world’s poor.
Medical Ministry International
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Project HOPE
Health Opportunities for People Everywhere has worked since 1958 to strengthen health facilities, educate health care professionals and community health workers, fight disease and provide humanitarian assistance in the developing world.
Project HOPE
Volunteering with Project HOPE
Samaritan’s Purse
Formerly known as World Medical Mission, Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization that works to aid the world’s “sick, poor and suffering,” bringing food, medicine and other assistance.
Samaritan’s Purse
Serving Overseas
The Society of International Humanitarian Surgeons
The SIHS works to improve health care in the developing world by partnering with local organizations and institutions to provide assistance and training to health care providers. Combining surgical missions, training and capacity, SIHS is able to strengthen local health care systems, and enable them to operate sustainably.
Society of International Humanitarian Surgeons
Opportunities