Our team performed 67 surgeries over two weeks, our highest-volume mission ever, while training 15 local surgical residents.
Our January 2025 mission to Korle Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, Ghana, was our most successful to date. The team of 18 volunteers performed 67 surgeries over two weeks, providing life-changing care to patients who had waited years for treatment.
## Mission Highlights
- **67 surgeries performed** across pediatric, general, and plastic surgery - **15 local residents** participated in hands-on training - **Zero complications** during or after surgery - **100% patient satisfaction** in follow-up surveys
## A Team Effort
"This mission showed what's possible when dedicated volunteers, supportive partners, and a well-prepared host hospital come together," said Dr. Sarah Mitchell, who led the mission. "Every member of our team gave their absolute best."
The mission included surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and support staff from six different hospitals across the US. Many were returning volunteers who had participated in previous Ghana missions.
## Building Sustainable Capacity
A key focus of this mission was surgical education. Local residents scrubbed in on every procedure, learning techniques they can apply long after our team departs.
"The training component is what makes these missions truly impactful," notes Dr. James Okonkwo, Chief Medical Officer. "We're not just providing surgeries – we're building a legacy of surgical excellence."
## Looking Ahead
Based on this success, MolGen has committed to two missions per year at Korle Bu through 2027. Plans are also underway to establish a permanent telemedicine link for ongoing consultation and mentorship.
We are deeply grateful to our donors, volunteers, and partners who made this mission possible. Your support truly transforms lives.
