Decades ago, a couple in San Miguel Petapa opened their home to care for the sick. What started as an act of kindness grew into Westmont Bethel Hospital, now, led by their daughter and granddaughter. Today, with World Telehealth Initiative (WTI) by their side, the hospital is bringing specialized care to more patients….
Read MoreOn the front lines of war-torn Ukraine, a young soldier’s life hung in the balance after he sustained a devastating intra-abdominal injury. In desperate need of critical care, he was transferred to Lviv, where local medical teams worked to stabilize him. However, the complexity of his injury left him requiring ongoing intensive care weeks later…
Read MoreAt the recent Sustainable Change Alliance event, Dr. Wang shared his journey from pioneering robotic surgery to revolutionizing telehealth. As the co-founder of World Telehealth Initiative, his vision continues to drive global healthcare transformation...
Read MoreFrom impactful stories of collaboration to expanding our global reach, World Telehealth Initiative’s strategic planning meeting highlighted what can be achieved with a small, mighty, and dedicated team, working intentionally to make a lasting impact on global healthcare....
Read MoreA 5-year-old girl battled a life-threatening condition, and her symptoms persisted despite treatment. Local clinicians turned to a global specialist for critical guidance, working together to provide the care she urgently needed...
Read MoreNurses are the backbone of healthcare in underserved regions, often delivering critical care where resources are scarce. World Telehealth Initiative's nursing education program is empowering nurses with specialized skills to improve patient outcomes in vulnerable communities...
Read MoreUltrasound has been a vital diagnostic tool in healthcare. However, in low-resource settings, the high cost of machines and the need for specialized training limits ultrasound availability. World Telehealth Initiative (WTI) is leading the way in combining portable ultrasound technology with telehealth to address critical healthcare gaps in underserved regions...
Read MoreBhutan is a small country in the the Himalayas that stands apart with its deep spiritual heritage and living traditions. Called “Land of the Thunder Dragon”, Bhutan is famous for measuring success by Gross National Happiness. This year, World Telehealth Initiative has expanded our support to include two additional hospitals in Bhutan...
Read MoreJust seven days after giving birth to her first child, a mother in Nigeria was worried about her newborn son who was quickly getting increasingly sick. She brought him to Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital where the medical staff quickly realized the severity of his condition, which required immediate intervention with support from a specialist…
Read MoreIn Rwanda, World Telehealth Initiative’s new program is set to revolutionize women's healthcare, tackling critical issues like OB/GYN surgical care and breast cancer through the power of telehealth and expert collaboration…
Read MoreWorld Telehealth Initiative provides medical expertise to 26 hospitals and health outposts in Ukraine. Key to this effort is Dr. Vadym Terentyuk, the Director of Telehealth Implementation for the Ukraine Ministry of Health…
Read MoreA single mother, Henriette had been suffering for weeks from severe abdominal pain and vomiting. Despite seeing several clinicians in Togo, her condition deteriorated rapidly. Her daughter frantically called El Elyon Hospital and begged for help in fear her mother would die, leaving the family destitute…
Read MoreJessica Koval and Courtney Hauschild, share how they onboard new healthcare providers to join our network of 1,300 clinicians worldwide…
Read MoreWorld Telehealth Initiative Co-founders Sharon Allen and Dr. Yulun Wang traveled to Rwanda to celebrate our new partnership with IRCAD and the opening of IRCAD Africa…
Read MorePhysicians share about their experience volunteering for World Telehealth Initiative, and how it has brought them fulfillment and joy.
Read MoreNestled in the heart of the Caribbean, Haiti is a land of vibrant culture and colorful homes, surrounded by breathtaking beaches. However, access to the most basic services like healthcare remains an uphill battle for Haitians. World Telehealth Initiative is stepping in to help mothers in Haiti access the care they need…
Read MoreWorld Telehealth Initiative’s Kenya program launched late last year and is currently in full swing, strengthening the local healthcare system. Hear directly from our co-founder and CEO Sharon Allen about her experience visiting the program in Kenya…
Read MoreChronic kidney disease affects approximately 800 million people worldwide and has emerged as a leading cause of mortality. World Telehealth Initiative has stepped up our nephrology support in Kenya and Bangladesh...
Read MoreIn the demanding realm of medicine, burnout looms as a persistent threat, weighing heavily on physicians' well-being. As one of the largest and most pressing issues in health systems across the world, there is an urgent need for solutions to physician burnout.
Read MoreOne year ago marks the anniversary of the Ukraine conflict, which continues to cause devastation and destruction across the country…
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