Michael Were, Author at OHI

I have the absolute privilege of being the General Manager of Open Heart International. I am responsible for the Australian business operations including marketing, fundraising and governance strategies. I travel occasionally with the teams; they can't have all the fun without me!

May 20

Touch Down In Port Moresby

The rest of the OHI team arrives in Port Moresby greeted by traditional dancers and ready for the week ahead.

May 20

Time To Rock And Roll

The start of a trip happens when the equipment leaves the warehouse!

May 16

The Load Out

It is the end of the Rwandan Open Heart International trip and the logistical puzzle is back to get the equipment home.

May 16

The Last Night Shift

The last night shift gives time to reflect on the patients and the experience of Open Heart International's trip to Rwanda.

May 16

Biomedical Blog

Some observations about the King Faisal Hospital and improvements that have been seen by the returning Open Heart International Biomedical team.

May 15

Hi From Adrian

Hear how the Open Heart International trip to Rwanda rewards more than the children of Rwanda, but the lives of the volunteers too.

May 15

The Liner

Thoughts on the logistics of an Open Heart International trip and the balancing act of who is able to be on the surgical list.

May 15

The Ward And My Day

Musings from Eleanor Mennie on life in Rwanda and the patients currently on the ward.

May 15

Welcome to the PICU

Insight into the pediatric intensive care unit and the challenges they can face.

May 15

The Annual Football Final

One of the most joyful moments for our team is being able to see much healthier children, with a renewed joy for life, playing shortly after their heart surgery.