An Experience with Orbis International and the Flying Eye Hospital in Ethiopia

Abstract

In 2018, Orbis hosted its fifth Flying Eye Hospital training project in Ethiopia. 2. The project aimed to strengthen the capacity of eye care teams including residents and ophthalmologists, by delivering subspecialized eye care services and residency training.

Eye-Opening Medical Missions

“…Through internet searches, I discovered that I could volunteer on medical mission trips to underserved countries, where I could gain early clinical exposure. 1,2 Since you must pay for your own trip and airfare, such missions can be very expensive depending on the organization. Therefore, it is important to do your own research to make an informed decision, as prices, length of stay, specialties involved, surgeries, and number of participants will vary.…”