Tales from the field

Nov 12

Support for Tonga during COVID-19

While COVID-19 prevents Open Heart International volunteers from travelling to Tonga, advances in internet connectivity on the friendly islands is making remote support easier than ever before. “Health system strengthening …

Oct 06

We’ve joined the search for adventurous clinicians

Is your next job in Papua New Guinea? Are you looking for a sea-change and an adventure? We might be able to link you to your next exciting career role! …

Aug 31

TALES FROM THE FIELD – COVID-19 Support in Nepal

The impact of COVID-19 has been felt hard in Nepal. As at 31st August 2020 there have been over 38,500 cases and 220 deaths. Cases are still increasing. The impact …

Feb 17

TALES FROM THE FIELD – PNG February 2020

Saturday 22nd February 2020 Friday saw the final two surgical cases complete, with a total of 13 patients receiving life-changing surgery over the course of the week. Now with the …

Nov 19

TALES FROM THE FIELD – TANZANIA NOV 2019

Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th November 2019 And just like that, it is a wrap for our Tanzanian cardiac trip for November! With life-changing open heart surgery provided to 11 …