07-Dec-2024
Kathmandu, Nepal
We are pleased to report that the 2024 Free Medical Camp, organized by Nepal Himalaya Sherpa Foundation (NHSF), was a significant success. Our team provided much-needed healthcare services to the remote communities of Ripal and the surrounding villages. As we reflect on this achievement, we also extend our warmest Christmas and New Year greetings to all our supporters, volunteers, and the communities we serve. May the holiday season bring joy, health, and happiness, and may the coming year be filled with peace and prosperity for all.
Overview of the Camp
The camp was held in the mountain villages of Ripal and Kilkhording Gompa. Over the course of the camp, we were able to support and treat 211 human patients and 2 Dog Patients, ranging from 6 months to 90 years old. People from eight different vi lages—Ripal, Taur, Dorkharka, Putha, Dhupi Surke, KaptiKhola, Jyangding, and Pulika traveled to our camp seeking medical assistance. This highlights the critical need for healthcare services in these remote regions, where access to proper medical care is limited
Medical Team
Our dedicated team, which included a mix of professionals and support staff, played an essential role in ensuring the success of the camp. The team comprised 2 Translators, 5 Helpers, 1 Physician, 1 Amchi (Traditional Tibetan Medicine Practitioner), 1 Sowa Rigpa (Traditional Tibetan Medicine Practitioner), 1 Sowa Rigpa Assistant & 2 Drivers. Their commitment to serving the local population, coupled with the spirit of teamwork, ensured that every patient received the care and attention they needed
Impact
This medical camp provided critical healthcare services to individuals who otherwise would no have had access to professional medical help. By offering free consultations, diagnoses, and treatments, we addressed a range of health concerns across the patient demographic. The presence of both modern and traditional medical practitioners also a lowed for a holistic approach to healthcare, which was we l received by the local communities.
Acknowledgments
We would like to extend our deepest gratitude to all our supporters and donors. Without your contributions, this camp would not have been possible. The success of this medical camp is a testament to the impact that can be made when individuals and organizations come together for a common cause. Your generosity has made a lasting difference in the lives of the mountain communities we serve.
We look forward to continuing our work and bringing further medical services to those in need across the Himalayas.
Nepal Himalaya Sherpa Foundation
December 2024