An Update from Medical Director Dr. Sameh Mosaed
Our History
Founded in 2008 by Denise Cucurny, Dr. Amy Wandel, and Sol Khazani, Women for World Health is an organization dedicated to providing free surgical treatment for the ailments of developing populations. Over the past decade and a half Women for World Health has contributed a variety of treatments to the developing world.
Ophthalmology
We've performed hundreds of cataract and glaucoma surgeries; 80% of the world's blindness is curable...
Gynecology
Since 2022 we've been able to provide gynecological aid to women of all ages
Reconstructive
We've treated keloids, burns, tumors, and cleft lips and palates with plastic reconstructive surgery...
Pediatrics
Women for World Health has treated patients only days old
Our Mission
Originally specializing in reconstructive plastics, our mission has evolved to focus on the treatment of cataracts, glaucomas, and gynecological ailments. Our volunteers have organized dozens of surgical missions across multiple continents in an attempt to improve the lives of the disadvantaged. With over 3 billion people living on less than $2.50 per day, medical charity is more necessary than ever.
Surgical Outreach
Some of the places we've visited in the past few years.
Quito, Ecuador 2023
Cataract and Glaucoma SurgeriesTarija, Bolivia 2022
Gynecological consults and surgeriesQuito, Ecuador 2020
Cataract and Glaucoma Surgeries, Medical TeachingQuito, Ecuador 2019
Cataract and Glaucoma Surgeries, Medical TeachingIca, Peru 2018
Cataract and Glaucoma Surgeries, Medical Lectures and TeachingPisco, Peru 2017
Cataract and Glaucoma SurgeriesOur Team
Meet the people behind our organization
Laurel Aguila
Executive Director, Founder Ophthalmology Branch
Dr. Sameh Mosaed
Medical Director, Founder Ophthalmology Branch
Dr. Lisa N. Abaid
Head of Gynecology
Numbers We're Proud of
Here are a few of things we've accomplished since our founding
99
Surgeries Performed
99
Patients Seen
99
Missions Completed
99
Communities Served
Corporate Donors
Donations go a long way, and these companies are committed to keeping our mission alive
Discover Our Impact
Hear what people have to say about the work we do
Fernando Cillóniz, Governor of Ica
I am here to express my gratitude and my admiration for all you are doing to help poor people around the world, particularly in Peru. It is very difficult to find words to express our gratitude. We admire you. The patients are very grateful for what you have done and you are always welcome in Ica.
Latest Articles
Check out the latest from our blog
Bringing Hope and Healing: Our Gynecology Mission to Bolivia
September 11, 2023
In a world that’s constantly moving forward, medical charity organizations play a pivotal role in bringing hope and healing to those in need. At Women for World Health, we take pride in our commitment to making a difference in the lives of women who lack access to quality gynecological care. We are thrilled to share […]
Hope in Sight 2025: Our First Ophthalmology Mission to Bolivia
November 21, 2024
We are thrilled to announce an exciting milestone in our organization's humanitarian efforts: our inaugural ophthalmology surgical mission to Santa Cruz, Boliv...
2019 Mission to Quito, Ecuador
December 17, 2018
Our next mission has been announced! We're going to Quito, Ecuador in February of 2019. Stay tuned for more information!
Want to Earn Continuing Education Units?
March 14, 2018
Women for World Health is proud to announce an added bonus to mission participation. Strengthening Cultural Competence through Volunteer Surgical Missions Abroa Get in Touch
Have questions? Want to be a part of our efforts?
- PO BOX 5025 Huntington Beach, CA 92615
- mission@womenforworldhealth.org
- http://www.womenforworldhealth.org