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# Medical Brigades

The largest student-led movement for global health and development.

## Pages

- [Home](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/) - Global Medical Brigades is an international movement of volunteers working alongside local communities and staff to implement sustainable health systems through 7 to 9-day trips that support our sustainable in-country medical clinics. We provide students the ability to observe and participate in medical care at our rural mobile clinics.
- [Medical Brigades](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/) - A Guide to Medical Brigades Medical Brigades host medical clinics in Honduras, Guatemala, Panama, Ghana, Greece, and Belize to support preventative and primary healthcare in communities with limited or no access to healthcare. What is a Medical Brigade? Medical Brigades provide pre-med students with the opportunity to gain experience in a medical clinic setting while
- [Dental Brigades Belize](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/dental-brigades-belize/) - Belize Volunteer in the Central American country of Belize to participate in sustainable dental clinics provided to residents in rural communities with limited access to healthcare. Indigenous and rural populations in this country often have difficulty gaining access to healthcare services due to: Scarce health infrastructure (including lack of health professionals, medicines, and technology) Economic
- [Belize](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/belize/) - Belize Indigenous and rural populations in this country often have difficulty gaining access to healthcare services due to: Scarce health infrastructure (including lack of health professionals, medicines, and technology) Economic and geographical barriers Weak intercultural understanding For these reasons, the Medical Brigades program is working to close the health inequality gap in partner communities. Donation
- [Guatemala](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/guatemala/) - Learn more about traveling on a Medical Brigade to Guatemala. We discuss what you’ll do, a sample schedule, expected fundraising goals, safety, and lodging.
- [Panama](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/panama/) - Learn more about traveling on a Medical Brigade to Panama. We discuss what you’ll do, a sample schedule, expected fundraising goals, safety, and lodging.
- [Honduras](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/honduras/) - Learn more about traveling on a Medical Brigade to Honduras. We discuss what you’ll do, a sample schedule, expected fundraising goals, safety, and lodging.
- [Dental Brigades Greece](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/dental-brigades-greece/) - Greece Volunteer in Greece to participate in sustainable primary healthcare clinics for refugees and other vulnerable populations in Athens. Your participation ensures asylum seekers and refugees have access to regular dental care and consults with the support of dentists from the Seeds of Humanity Clinic with which Global Brigades partners with. What You’ll Do During
- [Greece](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/greece/) - Learn more about traveling on a Medical Brigade to Greece. We discuss what you’ll do, a sample schedule, expected fundraising goals, safety, and lodging.
- [Dental Brigades Honduras](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/dental-brigades-honduras/) - Honduras Support Dentists in Mobile Clinics Volunteers support local and foreign health professionals as they provide pro-bono dental procedures and medications to patients in rural communities. Volunteers are able to observe and ask questions to licensed dentists as they perform preventative care, cleanings, and extractions. Activities that volunteers are able to assist in include delivering
- [Water Brigades Honduras](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/water-brigades/water-brigades-honduras/) - Honduras Volunteers work with local technicians in the creation of a Community Health Action Plan which addresses large challenges of the partnered community. Volunteers assist in surveying community members, analyzing data, and providing recommendations that play a role in the community's health and well-being. Costs and Fundraising In order to participate in a Water Brigade,
- [Public Health Brigades Honduras](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/public-health-brigades/public-health-brigades-honduras/) - Honduras During the Public Health Brigades, groups work on the creation of a Community Health Action Plan which addresses large challenges of a community’s public health, and important infrastructure projects like eco-stoves, hygiene stations, and water filters. Ensuring that families have a clean environment to cook, safe drinking water, and proper, private sanitation. This all
- [Medical Mission Trips Designed for Pre-Med & Health Students](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/volunteer-with-global-medical-brigades/) - Explore ethical medical mission trips for students. Volunteer abroad, gain global health experience, and make lasting impact. Apply today.
- [Public Health Brigades Ghana](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/public-health-brigades/public-health-brigades-ghana/) - Ghana Construction of In-Home Sanitation Infrastructure The Public Health Program in Ghana is focused on supporting the community of Ekumpoano to achieve an Open Defecation Free (ODF) status in the next two years through a combination of education and improved access to low cost toilet facilities. Volunteers work with local artisans (masons, carpenters and plumbers)
- [Public Health Brigades Panama](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/public-health-brigades/public-health-brigades-panama/) - Panama Building Healthier Homes Access to a reliable, affordable, and adequate water and sanitation services are an essential part of life, but are lacking in rural Panama where 10% of the population do not have any access to sanitation services, and among those who do, 31% use non-hygienic latrines. Public Health Brigades fill this gap
- [Public Health Brigades Guatemala](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/public-health-brigades/public-health-brigades-guatemala/) - Guatemala During the Public Health Brigades, groups work on the creation of a Community Health Action Plan which addresses large challenges of a community’s public health, and important infrastructure projects like eco-stoves, hygiene stations, and water filters. Ensuring that families have a clean environment to cook, safe drinking water, and proper, private sanitation. This all
- [Water Brigades Ghana](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/water-brigades/water-brigades-ghana/) - Ghana Build Clean Water Standpipes In partnership with the Ghana Water Company, volunteers support the Global Brigades water program to install standpipes in rural communities. Volunteers assist in water testing, digging trenches, laying and connecting the standpipes, and providing education to improve family health. Costs and Fundraising In order to participate in a Water Brigade,
- [Water Brigades Panama](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/water-brigades/water-brigades-panama/) - Panama Build Clean Water Systems Volunteers work alongside community members and local technicians to build custom-designed water systems for rural under-resourced communities. Volunteers assist in connecting pipes, installing in-home water faucets, digging trenches, and conducting educational workshops to improve health outcomes. Volunteer participation empowers a year-round staff of engineers to build the capacity of a
- [Dental Brigades Guatemala](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/dental-brigades-guatemala/) - Guatemala Support Dentists in Mobile Clinics Volunteers support local and foreign health professionals as they provide pro-bono dental procedures and medications to patients in rural communities. Volunteers are able to observe and ask questions to licensed dentists as they perform preventative care, cleanings, and extractions. Activities that volunteers are able to assist in include delivering
- [Dental Brigades Panama](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/dental-brigades-panama/) - Panama Mobile Dental Clinics Limited access to adequate dental professionals, facilities, supplies and equipment makes dental care in both rural and indigenous communities throughout Panama one of its largest health care challenge. Despite the importance of oral health, the Ministry of Health (MINSA) has revealed that 92% of the population suffers from various dental diseases
- [Dental Brigades Ghana](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/dental-brigades-ghana/) - Ghana Support Dentists in Mobile Clinics Volunteers support local and foreign health professionals as they provide pro-bono dental procedures and medications to patients in rural communities. Volunteers are able to observe and ask questions to licensed dentists as they perform preventative care, cleanings and extractions. Activities that volunteers are able to assist in include instrument
- [Dental Brigades](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/dental-brigades/) - Be the CHANGE in Global Oral Health Join 7-day Dental Brigades in Honduras, Panama, Guatemala, and Greece. Volunteers shadow licensed dentists, support patient care, and lead oral health workshops that strengthen long-term community wellness. Empowering communities through sustainable oral health systems Global Dental Brigades brings together students, local dentists, and community partners to expand access
- [Ghana](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/medical-brigades/ghana/) - Learn more about traveling on a Medical Brigade to Ghana. We discuss what you’ll do, a sample schedule, expected fundraising goals, safety, and lodging.
- [Public Health Brigades](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/public-health-brigades/) - Be the CHANGE in Global Public Health Join 7-day Public Health Brigades in Honduras, Panama, Ghana, and Guatemala. Volunteers partner with local masons and families to build essential home infrastructure that strengthens long-term health and wellbeing. Building healthier homes and lasting community health Global Public Health Brigades brings student volunteers together with rural families, community
- [Water Brigades](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/water-brigades/) - Be the CHANGE in Global Water Access Join 7-day Water Brigades in Honduras or Panama. Volunteers partner with community members and local technicians to build clean water systems that provide reliable, year-round access for rural families. Water Access for the Rural Poor In response to the global water crisis, GWB mobilized a movement of university
- [Chapters](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/chapters/) - Chapters
- [Public Health Brigades Projects](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/public-health-brigades/public-health-brigades-projects/) - Public Health Infrastructure Projects Volunteers work with local masons and our local staff to assist families in constructing public health infrastructure projects based on each family’s needs. Current projects include eco-stoves, latrines, water storage units, showers and drinking water filters. Depending on annual income, each family contributes 25-30% of the total project cost. Evidence concludes
- [Sustainability](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/sustainability/) - Sustainability In Action Global Brigades' Holistic Model builds lasting systems in partnership with communities, so impact continues long after volunteers return home. From short term Brigades to lasting impact. Our Values Empowerment Create an infrastructure that propels passion to meaningful results Holistic Approach Implement programming at all levels through a multi-disciplinary model Scalability Perpetuate positive
- [Student Volunteer Trips Blog](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/student-volunteer-trips/) - Sustainability & Empowerment with Student Volunteer Trips At Global Medical Brigades, we are committed to sustainable, community-led development. Which means, our model must include volunteers, communities, and staff to succeed. Because of this, we often encounter questions about the impact of student volunteer trips. Can it make a difference? We absolutely know it does! For
- [Patient Referrals](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/) - Patient Referral Program Global Brigades has made a commitment to support Medical Brigade patients that require immediate emergency care, by transporting the patient to the nearest hospital and funding their initial hospital visit. However, there are many patients that need future procedures, follow-up visits, supplies and medication. Support the Patient Referral Program by donating to
- [Our Team](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/our-team/) - Meet Our Team
- [FAQ](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/faq/) - Medical Brigades FAQ Frequently Asked Questions about Global Medical Brigades In order to operate safe, effective, and ethical programming on all of our brigades, Global Medical Brigades follows the guidelines for undergraduate health volunteering abroad, as set forth by The Forum on Education Abroad. Get Involved
- [Where We Work](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/where-we-work/) - Where We Work Medical Brigades empowers access to healthcare in Honduras, Guatemala, Panama, Ghana, Greece, and Belize.
- [Privacy Policy](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy & Legal Notice (Updated March 19, 2024) Thank you for visiting the Global Medical Brigades Website. Global Medical Brigades, Inc. (hereinafter “Global Medical Brigades,” “we,” “us” or the “Company”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it through our compliance with this policy. This policy describes the types of information we may collect
- [Terms and Conditions of Use](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/terms-and-conditions-of-use/) - Terms and Conditions of Use (Updated April 1, 2023) Welcome to the Global Medical Brigades website (hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Website”). The following terms and conditions (“Terms of Use”) govern your use of this Website. These Terms of Use are entered into by and between You and Global Medical Brigades, Inc. (“GMB”). Please
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## Patient Referrals

- [Eduardo Gael Izaguirre Portillo](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/eduardo-gael-izaguirre-portillo/) - Background AGE: 2 years old COMMUNITY: Zarzal, El Paraiso DIAGNOSTIC: Hearing Difficulties Eduardo is a child with severe hearing difficulties in both ears, so the use of special hearing aids is necessary for his proper development. Next Steps We are hoping to help Eduardo raise funds to get his hearing aids. Call to Action Please
- [Wendy Carolina Rodriguez Elena](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/wendy-carolina-rodriguez-elena/) - Background AGE: 31 years old COMMUNITY: Colonia 3 de Febrero, Monjaras, Marcovia DIAGNOSTIC: Left lower limb amputation Wendy, a 31-year-old woman, faced a life-changing moment after a devastating motorcycle accident that resulted in the loss of her left lower limb. Her journey has been nothing short of remarkable, as she spent an incredible four months
- [Yara](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/yara/)
- [Edwin Usiel Serrano Vargas](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/edwin-usiel-serrano-vargas/) - Latest Update Due to a change in circumstances, Edwin Usiel is no longer participating in the program. All funds previously donated to his case have been redirected to other active cases with the approval of the donors. Background Age: 14 months old Community: Colonia 3 de Febrero, Marcovia, Choluteca Diagnostic: Auditory Canal Stenosis Edwin is
- [Clementina Garica Hernandez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/clementina-garica-hernandez/) - Background AGE: 74 years old COMMUNITY: Tomatin, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Osteoporosis Clementina is a 74-year-old elderly patient who was seen during a TeleBrigade in her community, using a wooden cane that was injuring her hands. Due to her osteoporosis, she needs to use a cane for support. We had the opportunity to provide her with a
- [Amicar Gabriel Arguijo Berrios](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/amicar-gabriel-arguijo-berrios/) - Background AGE: 65 years old COMMUNITY: Tomatin, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Visual Disability Amicar is a 65-year-old elderly patient who visited us during a TeleBrigade in the community of Tomatín. Due to poorly controlled hypertension, he has lost his vision for a long time, so he requested to be provided with a cane, which has already been
- [Miriam Graciela Flores Santos](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/miriam-graciela-flores-santos/) - Background AGE: 78 years old COMMUNITY: Distrito Central, Francisco Morazan DIAGNOSTIC: Osteoporosis Miriam is 78-year-old patient with significant difficulty walking due to osteoporosis who required a walker for mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Aroa Soad Lopez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/aroa-soad-lopez/) - Background AGE: 8 years old COMMUNITY: Las Crucitas, Santa Maria, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Malnutrition Aroa is a patient who is undernourished because of a low-calorie diet. Milk and Incaparina were given to help supplement nutrition. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Jeremias David Vasquez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/jeremias-david-vasquez/) - Background AGE: 5 years old COMMUNITY: Las Crucitas, Santa Maria, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Malnutrition Jeremias is a patient who is undernourished because of a low-calorie diet. Milk and Incaparina were given to help supplement nutrition. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Lesman Gael Lopez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/lesman-gael-lopez/) - Background AGE: 3 years old COMMUNITY: Las Crucitas, Santa Maria, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Malnutrition Lesman is a patient recovering from a respiratory condition, experiencing weakness and lack of energy. Supplements were provided to regain age-appropriate weight. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Emir Uriel Martinez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/emir-uriel-martinez/) - Background AGE: 2 years old COMMUNITY: Las Crucitas, Santa Maria, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Protein-Calorie Malnutrition Emir is a patient who is undernourished because of a low-calorie diet. Milk and Incaparina were given to help supplement nutrition. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Jocsan Samuel Rodriguez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/jocsan-samuel-rodriguez/) - Background AGE: 4 years old COMMUNITY: Las Crucitas, Santa Maria, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Protein-Calorie Malnutrition Jocsan is a patient who is undernourished because of a low-calorie diet. Milk and Incaparina were given to help supplement nutrition. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Juan Evangelista Sanchez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/juan-evangelista-sanchez/) - Background AGE: 92 years old COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty Walking Juan Evangelista is an elderly patient with difficulty walking due to a femur fracture. He received a cane to support his mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Maria Dolores Turcios Rubio](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/maria-dolores-turcios-rubio/) - Background AGE: 86 years old COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty Walking Maria Dolores is an elderly patient with difficulty walking due to her age. She received a cane to support her mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Miguel Cruz Santos](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/miguel-cruz-santos/) - Background AGE: 70 years old COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Ataxia Miguel is an elderly patient with difficulty walking. He received a cane to support her mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Ana Lidia Argueta Maldonado](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/ana-lidia-argueta-maldonado/) - Background AGE: 87 years old COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty Walking Ana Lidia is an elderly patient with difficulty walking and vision loss. She received a cane to support her mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Anastasio Argueta Ruvio](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/anastasio-argueta-ruvio/) - Background AGE: 75 years old COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Partial Vision Loss Anastasio is an elderly patient with partial vision loss. He received a cane to support his mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Mariana Lopez Portillo](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/mariana-lopez-portillo/) - Background AGE: 87 years old COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty Walking Mariana is an elderly patient with difficulty walking due to an old fracture. She received a cane to support her mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Beti Lourdes Murillo Ramos](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/beti-lourdes-murillo-ramos/) - Background AGE: 39 years old COMMUNITY: Escobas Amarillas, Teupasenti, Danli DIAGNOSTIC: Amputation of the left lower limb Beti suffered a severe infection in her leg, which led to a 3-month hospitalization in a medical facility, where her limb ultimately had to be amputated. She requested support with a pair of crutches for her mobility. Next
- [Owen Gael Cruz](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/owen-gael-cruz/) - LATEST UPDATE: May 18, 2025 Owen was taken to CLINIVA (Global Brigades Tegucigalpa Urban Clinic) on April 14th to confirm the lens measurements and place the order. The lenses have been delivered on Monday, April 21, 2025. Background AGE: 4 years old COMMUNITY: Bailadero, Cabañas, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Strabismus in both eyes Owen was found
- [Valeria Jireth Cruz Rios](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/valeria-jireth-cruz-rios/) - LATEST UPDATE: May 18, 2025 Valeria is diagnosed with equinovarus foot, for which she will receive orthopedic devices. On April 14, 2025 she was taken to the prosthetics lab at NEOTEC in Tegucigalpa, where measurements for the device were taken. The devices were delivered on Monday, May 12, 2025. Background AGE: 7 years old COMMUNITY:
- [Maria Isabel Vargas](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/maria-isabel-vargas/) - Background AGE: 83 years old COMMUNITY: Las Acacias, Texiguat, El Paraiso DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty with walking Maria Isabel is an 83-year-old patient with difficulty walking due to advanced age. She uses a cane for support, which has caused damage to her hands. She requested a walker, which was provided to her by the Patient Referral Program.
- [Victor Manuel Chavez Cantarero](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/victor-manuel-chavez-cantarero/) - Background AGE: 69 years old COMMUNITY: Distrito Central, Francisco Morazan DIAGNOSTIC: Hip Fracture Victor suffered a work-related accident that resulted in a hip fracture. He underwent surgery, but unfortunately, he sustained neurological damage, leaving him bedridden with no possibility of recovery. He received diapers from the Patient Referral Program. Next Steps N/A Call to Action
- [Maria Hilaria Dominguez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/maria-hilaria-dominguez/) - LATEST UPDATE: Maria Hilaria was evaluated for the fitting of her left lower limb prosthesis. According to the instructions provided, she must undergo a 1-month period of physiotherapy before the prosthesis can be made, as there is a tendon preventing proper stretching of the stump. Background Age: 66 Community: Granadilla, Moroceli Diagnostic: Lower left limb
- [Elsa Marina Hernandez Vasquez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/elsa-marina-hernandez-vasquez/) - Background AGE: 51 years old COMMUNITY: Agua Sarca, Aldea Laure abajo, San Lorenzo, Valle DIAGNOSTIC: Right lower limb amputation Due to complications from Diabetes Mellitus, Elsa underwent the amputation of her right lower limb. She requested a pair of crutches to assist with her mobility. We were able to fulfill Elsa’s request thanks to the
- [Roberto Daniel Cardona Duron](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/roberto-daniel-cardona-duron/) - Background AGE: 6 years old COMMUNITY: Suyapa, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Nutritional Support Roberto is a 6-year-old boy diagnosed with leukemia, currently undergoing chemotherapy. Nutritional support, which was very much needed due to his illness, was provided. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Lea Valentina Garay Moncada](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/lea-valentina-garay-moncada/) - Background AGE: 2 years old COMMUNITY: Suyapa, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Nutritional Support Lea is a 2-year-old girl with protein malnutrition, and she was provided with nutritional support through milk and Incaparina. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Diego Alejandro Jimenez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/diego-alejandro-jimenez/) - Background AGE: 3 years old COMMUNITY: Suyapa, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Nutritional Support Diego is a 3-year-old boy with protein malnutrition, and he was provided with nutritional support through milk and Incaparina. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers that have supported this case.
- [Alaia Victoria Pineda Medina](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/alaia-victoria-pineda-medina/) - Background AGE: 5 years old COMMUNITY: Suyapa, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Nutritional Support Alaia is a 5-year-old girl who, during one of our brigades, was reported to have a level of malnutrition according to her age. We provided her with milk and nutritional supplements for proper development. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all
- [Maria Victoria Cardona Pineda](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/maria-victoria-cardona-pineda/) - Background AGE: 81 years old COMMUNITY: Tres Candiles, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty to walk Doña Maria, at 81 years old, only walks around her house because she suffers from continuous dizziness. Through one of our CHEs, she requested a cane to prevent a fall. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers
- [Santos Tomas Velasquez Garcia](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/santos-tomas-velasquez-garcia/) - Background AGE: 66 years old COMMUNITY: Guanacaste, Valle de Angeles DIAGNOSTIC: Ankle Injury Don Tomas has suffered from ankle problems for a long time, which makes it difficult for him to walk without support. He received a cane donation to help him move. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you to all the volunteers
- [Matilde Marizabet Aleman Ruiz](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/matilde-marizabet-aleman-ruiz/) - Background AGE: 68 years old COMMUNITY: El Retiro, Moroceli DIAGNOSTIC: Osteoporosis in the knee Maritzabet is one of our CHEs who has been diagnosed with Osteoporosis, which has worsened over time, and that is why she requested a donation of a cane to help with her mobility. Next Steps N/A Call to Action Thank you
- [Elvia Tomasa Bustillo Varela](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/elvia-tomasa-bustillo-varela/) - Background AGE: 73 years old COMMUNITY: Casillas, Talanga DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty with walking Mrs. Tomasa presented herself to the brigade in her community hosted in partnership with Eli Lilly's Ambassadors. She showed great difficulty walking due to her age and a hip injury she sustained many years ago. The group of ambassadors decided to purchase her
- [Petrona Aguilar Benitez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/petrona-aguilar-benitez/) - Background AGE: 87 years old COMMUNITY: Cofradia, Cantarranas, Francisco Morazon DIAGNOSTIC: Pressure Ulcers Petrona is an elderly patient who was identified during a home visit by the first group of Lily staff to our country. Due to her advanced age, she has been confined to bed for extended periods, which has resulted in the development
- [Nohemí Lorena Carrillo](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/nohemi-lorena-carrillo/) - UPDATE According to her parents, Nohemí is slowly recovering with physical therapy. Her most urgent needs at the moment were disposable diapers, wet wipes, and nutritional supplements, which were delivered to her on October 7, 2024. We still need to provide her with a pressure-relieving mattress, which she will be receiving on our next visit
- [Francisco Javier Gonzales Vasquez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/francisco-javier-gonzales-vasquez/) - UPDATE Francisco received a new wheelchair, delivered on October 7, 2025. Additionally, due to his condition, he requires urinary catheters, which have been provided to him. Since his diet consists mainly of liquids, we also acquired milk and protein supplements to enhance his physical condition. We are deeply grateful to all the donors for their
- [Merlin Jesus Alvarado Rodas](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/merlin-jesus-alvarado-rodas/) - UPDATE Merlin received the glasses he needed thanks to the direct donation of an Eli Lily volunteer. Background AGE: 6 COMMUNITY: Caragual, Nacaome, Valle DIAGNOSTIC: Bilateral Strabismus Merlin is a patient who was identified by a volunteer participating in the Eli Lily brigade and was immediately enrolled in the Patient Referral Program. Merlin has bilateral
- [Edman Josue Orellana Amaya](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/edman-josue-orellana-amaya/) - Background AGE: 12 COMMUNITY: Santiago de Puringla, La Paz DIAGNOSTIC: Childhood Cerebral Palsy Edman is a 12-year-old patient who attended the brigade in the community of Santiago de Puringla, La Paz, hosted in collaboration with the University of South Florida Medical Chapter. During the event, our staff identified the need for a walker, as Edman
- [Cristofer Jose Barrientos Alvarado](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/cristofer-jose-barrientos-alvarado/) - UPDATE: Cristofer was able to get his hearing aids on July 2024, along with the spare batteries. He will continue to have follow up appointments once a month for the following year. Background Age: 15 Community: El Suyate, Morocelí Diagnostic: Bilateral Hearing Loss Cristofer is a 15-year-old patient who lives in the community of Suyate,
- [Lesly Abigail Salgado](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/lesly-abigail-salgado/) - LATEST UPDATE: Lesly was able to get her hearing aids on July 2024, along with the spare batteries. She will continue to have her follow up appointments once a month for the following year. Lesly is extremely grateful for the opportunity of hearing for the first time in her life. UPDATE: Lesly was taken to
- [Enma Antonia Escalante](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/enma-antonia-escalante/) - UPDATE: The case was able to be closed thanks to the donations we received previously, which allowed us to purchase that cane. Background AGE: 83 years old COMMUNITY: San Marcos de Colon, Choluteca DIAGNOSTIC: Difficulty Walking Enma is an 83-year-old patient with a history of hip trauma that impairs her walking. She is requesting a
- [Anyeli Sofia Ortiz](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/anyeli-sofia-ortiz/) - LATEST UPDATE: Anyeli Ortiz was able to receive her surgery on April 22, 2024. We appreciate all your thoughts, support, and donation to making this happen. UPDATE: Anyeli was taken to the ophthalmologist in Tegucigalpa and is awaiting cardiological evaluation and to schedule surgery for January. Background AGE: 5 COMMUNITY: Colonia 3 de Febrero, Marcovia,
- [Nevany Milagro Barrientos Peña](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/nevany-milagro-barrientos-pena/) - UPDATE: Thanks to your donations Nevany was able to receive orthopedic braces. Thank you to all the donors who made this possible. Background AGE: 9 months COMMUNITY: La Chorrera, Jacaleapa DIAGNOSTIC: Bilateral clubfoot Nevany is a 9-month-old baby who was born with bilateral clubfoot, which was left untreated at birth. She will soon be at
- [Eliezer Juan Carlos Flores Rodriguez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/eliezer-juan-carlos-flores-rodriguez/) - UPDATE: Thanks to your donations our patient Eliezer Juan Carlos Flores got the corrective surgery and is now in recovery. We would like to thank all of the donors who made this possible. Background AGE: 15 years old COMMUNITY: Chandala, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Grade I left varicocele Juan Carlos is a 15-year-old residing in Chandala, a
- [Sagrario Suyapa Gudiel](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/sagrario-suyapa-gudiel/) - UPDATE Thanks to all your donations, Sagrario got her surgery and is now in recovery. She sends her warm regards to all Global Brigades staff members and donors. Background AGE: 57 COMMUNITY: El Espinito, San Matias DIAGNOSTIC: Hysterocele Grade IV Suyapa is a CHW, trained in 2017 in the community of El Espinito, San Matías.
- [Irene Marcela Godoy](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/irene-marcela-godoy/) - LATEST UPDATE Thanks to all your donations, Irene was able to get her pair of hearing aids fitted perfectly. She will be receiving these in a week. UPDATE Dra. Rosario Giron followed up with this patient and was able to take the patient to a specialized clinic. After several tests, the clinic was able to
- [Dunia Patricia Zepeda](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/dunia-patricia-zepeda/) - UPDATE Thanks to your donation our patient Dunia Zepeda was able to travel all the way to Tegucigalpa. She was attended by our incredible optometrist Dr. Jose Luis Moncada and he was able to perform a vision exam. She was able to choose her favorite pair of frames which we will then send to a
- [Jose Raul Maradiaga, Cristofer Maradiaga, and Licy Duarte](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/jose-raul-maradiaga-cristofer-maradiaga-and-licy-duarte/) - UPDATE Thanks to your donations our little patients Jose, Cristofer, and Licy were able to travel from El Junquillo to our Urban Clinics in Tegucigalpa. They were attended by our incredible optometrist Dr. Jose Luis Moncada who was able to perform a vision exam. They were able to choose their own frames and these glasses
- [Dulce Noelia Corrales López](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/dulce-noelia-corrales-lopez/) - LATEST UPDATE (June 21, 2023) Unfortunately, Dulce Noelia Corrales has decided to step down from the program. Therefore, the funds collected in her account will need to be re-directed to other open cases. If you donated to her case, please contact us at admin@globalbrigades.org to allocate your donated funds accordingly. UPDATE With the funds that
- [Manuel de Jesús Almendarez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/manuel-de-jesus-almendarez/) - UPDATE We would like to thank everyone who donated to Manuel’s patient referral case. He was able to get all the medications needed to treat his eye parasite. Even though his treatment is for one month, according to Dr. Rosario there has been significant improvement in his eye. Background AGE: 15 COMMUNITY: 3 de Febrero,
- [Z.S.](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/z-s/) - Background AGE: 17 COMMUNITY: Athens DIAGNOSTIC: Myopia Z.S.* is 17 years old, born in Afghanistan and since January 2022 she has been hosted in a shelter for unaccompanied minors called “Oikos” supported by the NGO “Zeuxis”. She doesn’t have any family or other supportive network here in Greece and is not provided with any kind
- [Meverdy Mbala & Naomi Fredy Mbala](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/meverdy-mbala-naomi-fredy-mbala/) - Background AGE: 8 and 10 COMMUNITY: Athens DIAGNOSTIC: High Myopia (-5.25) and High Myopia (-5.00) Meverdy (8 years of age) & Naomi (10 years of age) are siblings and face serious vision problems due to high myopia in both eyes. They don’t have access to healthcare in Greece and they are both literally blind without
- [Bayron Antonio Talavera](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/bayron-antonio-talavera/) - Background AGE: 32 COMMUNITY: El Espinal, Esteli, Nicaragua DIAGNOSTIC: Severe bilateral cavus foot (deformity of the foot) Bayron was seen during a medical brigade in San Jose de Pire with Marquette University, but he lives in a community called El Espinal which is approximately 45 min away from the city of Esteli. We visited his
- [Maudi Julissa Palada Amaya](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/maudi-julissa-palada-amaya/) - Update We would like to thank all who donated to Maudi. With the funds that were previously fundraised, Dr. Giron was able to take Maudi to a clinic where she received her ocular prosthesis. Thank you for making an impact! Background AGE: 20 COMMUNITY: Potrerillos, Teupasenti DIAGNOSTIC: Congenital eye problem When Maudi was born her
- [César Orlando Martínez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/cesar-orlando-martinez/) - UPDATE We would like to thank all who donated to César. Our Patient Referral manager was able to take César to a clinic that specializes in prostheses. With your donations, we were able to provide César with a new prosthesis for his leg. Background AGE: 47 COMMUNITY: Animas, El Paraíso DIAGNOSTIC: Amputation caused by an
- [Bessi Damari Murillo](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/bessi-damari-murillo/) - Background AGE: 32 COMMUNITY: El Palomar, Potrerillos, Teupasenti DIAGNOSTIC: Cerebral Palsy, Epilepsy Bessi is a 32-year-old woman who was born with cerebral palsy and epilepsy. Her mother has been taking care of her since she was born and they live in a modest home surrounded by coffee fields. Her mother has dedicated her life to
- [Marlin Noel Amaya](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/marlin-noel-amaya/) - UPDATE We would like to thank all of the volunteers who donated to Marlin. Dra. Rosario Giron, CHE and Patient Referral manager, was able to visit Marlin and hand him the diapers, ensure, acetaminophen, and vitamins. Background AGE: 7 years COMMUNITY: Los Almendro, Potrerillos, Teupasenti DIAGNOSTIC: Cerebral Palsy Marlin Noel was born in the public
- [Alexandra Abigail Jimenez Pavón](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/alexandra-abigail-jimenez-pavon/) - Background AGE: 9 years COMMUNITY: Zarzal, El Paraíso DIAGNOSTIC: Mandibular Condylar Hyperplasia During one of our Medical Brigades that took place in El Zarzal, El Paraíso, we met this cute girl named Alexandra. She went with her family to the brigade looking for medications for different symptoms they were experiencing at the moment. When the doctor was
- [Kelvin Ariel Sosa](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/kelvin-ariel-sosa/) - Background AGE: 13 COMMUNITY: El Zapote, El Paraíso DIAGNOSTIC: Refractive error (nearsightedness/myopia) We first met 13 year old Kelvin Ariel Sosa on a medical brigade in Los Terrones, El Paraíso in February of 2018. His vision problems became apparent at a young age when he faced difficulties at school performing certain tasks, such as reading
- [Danna Hayme Salgado Hernández](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/danna-hayme-salgado-hernandez/) - Background AGE: 5 years COMMUNITY: Granadilla, Moroceli DIAGNOSTIC: Danna was found during a Community Health Worker visit while the volunteers were teaching the kids how to recycle. The couldn´t help but notice that this little girl was sitting aside just watching the kids play. When the voluneers tried to get her involved with the other
- [German Lisandro Corrales Sánchez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/german-lisandro-corrales-sanchez/) - Background AGE: 6 years COMMUNITY: Coyol de Linaca DIAGNOSTIC: Eye Injury, Hemorrhoids German was found by Global Brigades staff while working at his home during one of the Public Health Brigades. German has been visiting several doctors because of his intestinal problems, since very small he´s been dealing with irritable bowel syndrome with severe constipation.
- [Fernando Enrique Galindo](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/fernando-enrique-galindo/) - Background AGE: 7 COMMUNITY: Pajarillos, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Hip Dislocation Fernando was recently found during a medical brigade in Tomatin, but he lives in a community called Pajarillos which is approximately 30 min away from Tomatin. We visited this family in their house, and his mother and little sister were there. The kids weren´t wearing any
- [Segundo Altamirano](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/segundo-altamirano/) - Background AGE: 93 COMMUNITY: La Corneta, Matagalpa, Nicaragua DIAGNOSTIC: Patient is diabetic and suffered a stroke in February 2012. The stroke caused paralysis of the left side of his body and he has been bed ridden since February 2012. Next Steps Segundo still has spastic reflexes on the sole of the left foot, patella, and biceps on
- [Luis Enrique Luque Banegas](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/luis-enrique-luque-banegas/) - UPDATE Dra. Rosario Giron, CHE and Patient Referral manager, was able to communicate with his family and we were informed that he got surgery at Hospital Materno Infantil. Background AGE: 2 years COMMUNITY: Jacaleapa, El Paraíso DIAGNOSTIC: Cryptorchidism / Testicular Agenesis Luis Enrique went with his family to a medical brigade in a community called
- [Steven Alejandro Diaz Ramirez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/steven-alejandro-diaz-ramirez/) - Background AGE: 5 years COMMUNITY: Suyapa, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Imperforate Anus Steven was born with a congenital malformation from his heart, kidney and intestines. Since he was little, he’s been visiting various doctors and receiving all types of medications and surgeries. Despite of his medical condition he looks like a healthy kid, he goes to school,
- [Rosi Belinda Espina](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/rosi-belinda-espina/) - Background AGE: 16 COMMUNITY: Los Guasimos, Apali. DIAGNOSTIC: Osteogenesis Imperfecta Rosi Belinda Espina is 16 years old from the community of Los Guasimos, Apali. Rosi was born with a medical condition called Osteogenesis Imperfecta, which is characterized by bones that break easily from little or no apparent cause. Rosi attended a medical brigade in Los
- [Vivi Gissell Gaitan](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/vivi-gissell-gaitan/) - Background AGE: 9 COMMUNITY: Los Terrones DIAGNOSTIC: Unknown Vivi Gissell is a sweet 9-year old girl found on a medical brigade in Los Terrones. She went to the brigade looking for some vitamins and a checkup for her eyes. According to her mother, when Vivi was younger her mother put some eye drops in her
- [Angy Gabriela Melendez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/angy-gabriela-melendez/) - Background AGE: 22 COMMUNITY: Higuerito, Cedros DIAGNOSTIC: Hydrocephaly, spina bifida Angy was born with hydrocephaly and spina bifida. Next Steps We are helping her get a new wheelchair. Call to Action Please consider donating to help us reach our goal of $300 for Angy's new wheelchair.
- [Claudia Jamileth Lagos](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/claudia-jamileth-lagos/) - Background AGE: 7 COMMUNITY: Suyapa DIAGNOSIS: Hearing loss Claudia is a playful and happy 7-year-old girl. She has 4 siblings, and they all live at the same house with their mom and dad. Her dad is an army soldier and serves our country. Because of this, he often spends long periods of time away from
- [Ruben Augustin Sanchez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/ruben-augustin-sanchez/) - Background AGE: 9 COMMUNITY: El Naranjal DIAGNOSTIC: Congenital scoliosis We visited Ruben, 9, in his house in El Naranjal where GB had a medical brigade. Ruben lives with his mother and his two siblings. His father isn’t currently living with his mother, but he tries to support them economically because his mom doesn´t work. He
- [Yosselin Mabel Mejia](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/yosselin-mabel-mejia/) - Background AGE: 23 COMMUNITY: El Espinito DIAGNOSTIC: Cerebral Palsy Yosselin is 23 years old from El Espinito who has been diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy since birth. She also is paralyzed in both legs, has tremors in her arms, and has problems with talking, swallowing, and coordination. Next Steps Her fundraising goal is set to $205
- [Edgar Antonio Castellanos](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/edgar-antonio-castellanos/) - Background AGE: 18 COMMUNITY: Santa Rosa DIAGNOSTIC: Club Foot / Congenital Equinovarus Edgar, 18, lives in small house with his mother, father and siblings in Santa Rosa. They all help around with house chores. His dad and older brothers are the ones who work on agriculture and support the rest of the family with food
- [Josué Alexander Galo Rodríguez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/josue-alexander-galo-rodriguez/) - Background AGE: 3 COMMUNITY: San Antonio de Oriente DIAGNOSTIC: Eye Injury Josue Alexander went with his mom to a Medical Brigade in January of 2018. He went to the brigade looking for vitamins and acetaminophen, but then the doctors saw that he had an eye patch and asked what happened to his eye. On January
- [Carlos Daniel Hernández](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/carlos-daniel-hernandez/) - Background AGE: 14 COMMUNITY: Los Higueros, El Paraíso DIAGNOSTIC: Down Syndrome/Flaccid Paralysis We found out about Carlos Daniel´s case because of a medical brigade that took place in Los Higueros. His mother went to the brigade requesting medication for his son. When she explained that she couldn´t take him to the brigade because he can´t
- [Familia Barahona – Alonso](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/familia-barahona-alonso/) - Background COMMUNITY: Mezcales, Catarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Type 1 Diabetes During a Community Health Worker visit, we met the Barahona – Alonso family. They live in the community of Mezcales, Cantarranas a community that is located about an hour away from Tegucigalpa. It has limited access, and there is no public transportation in this area. People living
- [Mario Francisco Arguijo Pineda](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/mario-francisco-arguijo-pineda/) - Background AGE: 9 COMMUNITY: Tomatin, Cantarranas DIAGNOSTIC: Cerebral Palsy We met this handsome little boy at the community of Tomatin during a Medical Brigade. He was born with a medical condition called cerebral palsy, which affects primarily body movement and muscle coordination. His mother is very supportive and takes him to doctor´s follow up and
- [Nelson Leonel Matute](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/nelson-leonel-matute/) - Background AGE:21 COMMUNITY: El Cantón DIAGNOSTIC: Cataracts, cleft palate, severe contractures in both legs In August of 2014, the patient referral team went for a consultation with Nelson Leonel Matute in the community of El Cantón. Nelson entered the Patient Referral Program at 18 years old and was first seen by the University of Pittsburg
- [Rosela Camila Flores Ponce](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/rosela-camila-flores-ponce/) - Background AGE: 2 COMMUNITY: Santa Cruz DIAGNOSIS: Unknown Rosela is a 2 year old girl who was brought to a medical brigade in Santa Cruz in March 2016. Next Steps We are awaiting a visit from our team to determine the next steps with this patient. Call to Action Please consider donating to Rosela to
- [Exon Efrain Osorto Lopez](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/exon-efrain-osorto-lopez/) - Background AGE: 2 years COMMUNITY: Quebrachos, Santa Rosa Guinope DIAGNOSTIC: Lipoma Exon is a cute little boy from Quebrachos. He went to a medical brigade in Santa Rosa Guinope a community located approximately 2 hours away from Tegucigalpa, but Quebrachos, the community where he lives, is farther away. People walk to get to other places
- [Kellin Lizeth Colindres Rosales](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/patient-referrals/kellin-lizeth-colindres-rosales/) - Background AGE: 19 COMMUNITY: Teupasenti DIAGNOSTIC: Lipomeningocele, severe equino-cavus deformity of the foot We met Kellin on a Medical Brigade to Teupasenti in July 2015 and learned of a few pressing health concerns that made her a good candidate for the Patient Referral Program. She was diagnosed with lipomeningocele, a neural tube defect. She also

## Staff

- [Leidis Ríos](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff/leidis-rios/) - Leidis joined the Global Brigades team in 2020 applying her technical training in nursing to support the ongoing health goals with community partners. Leidis loves the work and programs, and enjoys connecting with community partners. She feels compelled to play an active role in the projects of the medical program. Leidis enjoys spending her free
- [Jose Luis Moncada](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff/jose-luis-moncada/) - Bio coming soon.
- [Dr. Jenny Najera](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff/jenny-najera/) - Dr. Nájera joined Global Brigades in the Winter of 2006. Her first Medical Brigade was as a volunteer translating for Doctors. That same year, she then began to work as a temporary employee assisting with Medical Brigades. In November 2010, she was promoted to the Medical Brigades Program Lead, in charge of programming and logistics.
- [Dr. Jonathan Lee](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff/dr-jonathan-lee/) - After his first undergraduate medical brigade in 2007, Jon founded and served as President of the UC Berkeley Global Medical Brigades Chapter. Upon graduating with Honors from the School of Public Health and Global Poverty Program at UC Berkeley, he was awarded the Judith Lee Stronach Baccalaureate Prize from his university and the Outstanding Commitment
- [Dr. Duffy Casey](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff/dr-duffy-casey-2/) - Bio coming soon.
- [Dr. Cornelius Normeshie](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff/dr-cornelius-normeshie/) - Dr. Cornelius Normeshie, is an alumnus of the University of Ghana Medical School. He joined Global Brigades in the summer of 2012 as a medical officer and subsequently became the medical program lead in charge of planning, assessing, implementing and monitoring all medical brigade activities.He has been committed to not only providing high medical care

## Referral Categories

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## Staff Departments

- [Staff Members](https://medical.globalbrigades.org/staff_member_department/staff-members/)
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