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A Volunteer’s Perspective by Rebecca Drake

Macapá, Brazil Mission April 2016 A Volunteer’s Perspective by Rebecca Drake The Macapá, Brazil Mission hosted at the Hospital São Camilo was my second volunteer mission with the CardioStart International team. Heading into this mission, I was asked to not only help in the ICU, but to be the Educational Director as well. I was motivated to work diligently to help establish a functioning intensive care unit that would be sustainable for the local team, however I did anticipate challenges with the language barrier and educating at the bedside. The [...]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:28-05:00July 26th, 2016|Blog1|0 Comments

Dominican Republic 2016 Mission Report

2016 ADULT SURGICAL MISSION SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC Through the invitation and support of Fundacion HeartCare Dominicana, CardioStart International returned for a 4th mission to Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Hospital Corozonas Unidos. This very successful mission was focused on adult congenital and acquired heart disease surgical treatment. Eight patients aged 17 to 70 received life-saving heart surgery. An additional 4 patients received pacemaker/defibrillator implants through the donation of devices from Medtronic Inc. Despite being known for its beautiful beaches and luxurious resorts there is huge disparity in available healthcare for [...]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:29-05:00July 13th, 2016|Blog1, Dominican Republic|0 Comments

Ghana 2016 Mission Report
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Ghana 2016 Mission Report

Report of CardioStart’s 7th Mission to Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital Kumasi, Ghana February 14 - 26, 2016 On February 14, 2016 twenty-three CardioStart International volunteers from seven different countries advanced an ongoing cardiovascular program-development effort at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) in Kumasi, Ghana. Comprehensive techniques in both adult cardiac surgery and electrophysiology were the focus of this visit, which was CardioStart’s seventh collaborative mission at KATH committed to teaching at this important training institution in West Africa. Apart from KATH, there is a single center in all of Ghana [...]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:29-05:00July 3rd, 2016|Blog1, Ghana, Past Missions|0 Comments

Nepal 2016 Mission Invitation
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Nepal 2016 Mission Invitation

MISSION INVITATION DHULIKHEL HOSPITAL/KATHMANDU UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL, NEPAL June 11-18, 2016 You are cordially invited to participate in the 2016 return mission to Kathmandu University Dhulikhel Hospital in Nepal. This 225-bed community supported hospital is expanding services to 2.5 million Nepalese to include full cardiac services. The cardiology department is currently providing angiograms and interventional cardiology procedures in-house. They are now providing adult cardiac surgery on a weekly basis. CardioStart International returns for the 3rd time to continue building on this program development. Nepal Ever since Nepal first opened its borders [...]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:30-05:00May 27th, 2016|Blog1, Homepage Featured, Nepal|0 Comments

Wine Stein & Dine Thank You

Thank you to everyone who came out for our February fundraiser, Wine, Stein & Dine! With amazing food and a great turnout, we owe it all in thanks to our sponsors, and to those who volunteered throughout the night ensuring the success of the evening. Gracious Table Sponsors: Special Contributors: Violin by Justin Leder Decorations by Rose Wolding and Valerie Erdelac Guitar by Reed Franklin Joia Fabulous Pizza & Martini Bar Piquant [...]

By Janine Henson|2024-11-02T11:34:44-04:00March 9th, 2016|Events, Fundraiser|0 Comments

Dominican Republic – Pediatric Heart Mission Report

REPORT OF PEDIATRIC HEART SURGERY MISSION SANTO DOMINGO, DOMINICAN REPUBLIC. Date: 7th – 15th November, 2015 […]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:30-05:00March 8th, 2016|Blog1, Dominican Republic, Homepage Featured, News, Past Missions|0 Comments

Battling Congenital Heart Disease

For many in developing countries, access to basic medical procedures and services is considered a luxury. Something as simple and routine as a vaccination is not always easily attainable, which can be the battlefront against many diseases. […]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:30-05:00February 7th, 2016|Blog1, News, Nigeria, Recent News|0 Comments

Macapa Brazil 2016 Invite
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Macapa Brazil 2016 Invite

Mission to Macapa, Brazil Program development in pediatric and adult cardiology and surgery April 17th – April 29th, 2016 Brazil’s current economic and healthcare delivery […]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:31-05:00January 20th, 2016|Brazil, Homepage Featured, News|0 Comments

Nepal 2015 Mission Report
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Nepal 2015 Mission Report

CARDIAC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM NEPAL MISSION NOVEMBER 23-DECEMBER 4, 2015 After a stuttering start with the May 2015 mission interrupted by the massive earthquake disaster CardioStart was finally able to start the surgical mission at Kathmandu University Hospital, Dhulikhel, Nepal on its return visit later in the year. This mission was not without its challenges, too. India’s political and effective trade blockade limited fuel and supply delivery to Nepal, impacting on transportation and the daily living conditions for most people in the country. A one-day strike also delayed outreach and hospital [...]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:31-05:00January 19th, 2016|Blog1, Homepage Featured, Nepal, News, Past Missions|0 Comments

Kumasi Ghana 2016 Invite
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CardioStart Mission Announcement to Kumasi, Ghana Adult Cardiac Surgical Mission & Pacemaker Implementation Program February 14-26, 2016 CardioStart International Board and International Missions Committee is proud to announce its 2016 mission to Kumasi, Ghana at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH). Applicants are welcome to apply at our “Volunteer Interest” form. Team selections will be made based on team needs and professional experience. […]

By Janine Henson|2017-02-01T22:14:32-05:00December 14th, 2015|Ghana, Homepage Featured, News|0 Comments