International Day for the Protection of Children

Published: June 1, 2024

June 1st is the International Day for Protection of Children. Nowadays, Ukraine’s children fight for a stolen childhood. For ten years, Ukrainian kids have been losing loved ones to the war in the East and for over two years, Russia has been actively committing atrocities, killing children daily and forcibly taking them from their families. This is not just a tragedy, it is genocide.

At Razom, we are dedicated to supporting and protecting these children through various projects and initiatives.

🔹 #RazomRelief

Future Project:

By supporting camps and centers for kids and teenagers, we aim to provide more than just education, skills, and safety in high-risk areas. Our goal is also to prevent young people from losing their sense of direction. Supporting these kids today means creating a healthier future populace who will be able to contribute to a stable and renewed country.

Razom Toy Drive:

The children of fallen defenders in Ukraine are under constant stress and in dire need of help. The Razom Toy Drive team is committed to wrapping these children’s hearts with warmth and love, recognizing their immense courage and resilience in the face of war. Read more: here

Razom Ticket:

This initiative aims to increase engagement in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) disciplines among Ukrainian children. We strive to provide a head start for kids in the world of professional science, IT, and entrepreneurship. Read more: here

🔹 #RazomHealth

The Co-Pilot Project: We have brought, and continue to bring doctors on mission trips to Ukraine to operate on children and save lives, ensuring they receive the medical care they desperately need. Read more: here

Razom z Toboyu (Razom with You): This network of centers is designed to provide mental health support to individuals, both children and adults, who have been affected by war. Read more: here

🔹 #RazomAdvocacy

We are actively speaking out against the forcible and illegal deportation of Ukrainian kids by Russia, bringing international attention to these heinous acts. Read more: here

Your support is crucial in helping us continue these vital projects. Together, we can make a difference and offer support to the youngest victims of this war.

Donate to Razom and help us support and empower Ukrainian children.

Surgeons From War-Torn Ukraine Are Receiving Life-Saving Training in the U.S.

Published: May 10, 2024

Razom’s Co-Pilot Project, in partnership with Oklahoma University Health and the American Academy of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons, is bringing skilled surgeons from Ukraine to America for a one-month clinical observership.

Led by Dr. Mark Mims, OU Health’s Operation Ukraine program has sponsored its third cohort of surgeons, who practice in military hospitals in Lviv and Kyiv, tending to wounded soldiers daily.

The primary goal of the observership is to provide these surgeons with advanced training in microvascular and reconstructive techniques, addressing critical gaps in complex care in Ukraine. Before the full-scale invasion, the microvascular subspecialty was unavailable in Ukraine, but it has now become one of the most necessary specialties due to the prevalence of blast injuries.

Through the Co-Pilot Program, Ukrainian surgeons have the opportunity to gain these critical skills. This is done with extensive training, including direct training by American surgeons during medical trips, an observership in America, and continuous mentorship upon their return to Ukraine.

The observership at OU Health is a pivotal component of their training, featuring hands-on experiences, cadaver lab sessions, virtual instruction, and active participation in surgeries with a temporary medical license in Oklahoma. Their training encompasses microsurgery, otolaryngology, head and neck surgery, plastic surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, and oculoplastics.

Dr. Panchenko shares, “This opportunity has completely changed my thinking – I now have the skills, experience, and confidence to perform complex microvascular reconstructive surgeries at home.”

Beyond the operating room, the recent cohort of surgeons participated in a grand rounds lecture, a breakfast gathering of local leaders, and a commemorative event in Washington, DC on February 24th, marking the two-year anniversary. Attended by the local Ukrainian community, government senators and representatives, OU community members, donors, doctors, and healthcare staff, these events fostered meaningful discussions, collaborative efforts, and mutual support.

This approach underscores the profound impact of the Co-Pilot Project not only on surgical expertise but also on healthcare networks, partnerships, and advocacy, marking a significant milestone in global healthcare collaboration.

Learn more about and support the Co-Pilot Project and Razom Health.

Razom is proud to be included in the 2024 #TIME100HEALTH list

Published: May 3, 2024

Razom is proud to be included in the 2024 #TIME100HEALTH list!
Read more: time.com/RazomHealth

This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our incredible team and volunteers within our Razom Health program, who are working tirelessly to support healthcare professionals and institutions in Ukraine. 🇺🇦

Conceived in 2016 as the Co-Pilot Project neurosurgery initiative led by Dr. Luke Tomycz, Razom Health currently responds to humanitarian needs in the wake of the 2022 full-scale invasion of Ukraine. The program concerns itself with procuring and delivering medical aid, partnering with health organizations, organizing medical training and trips, and mental health support through its Razom z Toboyu centers in Ukraine.

See the full @TIME’s list of profiled honorees including Razom CEO Dora Chomiak: time.com/time100health

We invite you to learn more and support Razom’s Health Program!

International Humanitarian Conference “New Medicine – Together” in Kyiv

Published: March 14, 2024

The “New Medicine – Together” conference, organized under the auspices of the national humanitarian aid agency ZDOROVI and Razom, recently brought to Kyiv, Ukraine over a hundred representatives from the humanitarian and medical fields across Ukraine and abroad.

This gathering of representatives from the Ukrainian and international humanitarian and charitable sectors, was deemed incredibly important for the resilience and development of Ukrainian medicine today. The head of the Ministry of Health discussed the department’s work and the industry’s overall priority tasks.

Natalia Husak, head of the National Health Service, presented conference participants with the results of the medical reform and innovative approaches to financing and procurement in the sector.

Speakers included representatives from the Ministry of Health, the National Health Service of Ukraine, the HEALTH CLUSTER OCHA, the Population Fund, charitable organizations like Razom, the International Medical Corps, ZDOROVI, Tabletochki, Patients of Ukraine, and others. Participants presented successful case studies of humanitarian response in light of today’s medical needs and requests.

The conference focused on:

Assistance to servicemen, veterans, and victims of Russian aggression.
Development of international partnerships.
Mechanisms for managing humanitarian aid.
Transformation of Ukrainian hospitals to international standards.
Counteracting the destructive impact of military actions.
Restoration of the medical sector.
Improving accessibility and quality of medical services throughout Ukraine, etc.

“I am grateful to my colleagues for two days of fruitful joint work,” said Natalia Tulinova, founder of the National Humanitarian Aid Agency. “I am confident that the achievements and ideas we gained during this time will have a significant impact on the development of humanitarian partnerships and further support for doctors and patients in Ukraine.”

“We work every day to ensure Ukrainian medicine withstands the pressure of war, and as few people as possible lose the opportunity to receive timely and quality assistance. We face numerous challenges, but effective partnerships, sharing experiences, joint generation of new ideas and projects by responsible participants of the humanitarian, charitable, and medical sectors – this is an opportunity for all of us together to create a new Ukrainian medicine,” summed up Vitaliy Svichinsky, Director of Operations of Razom in Ukraine.

In addition to the formal program, event participants had an opportunity to engage in a community service project that the organizers dubbed “Sharing Bread”. Each attendee personally prepared treats for over a hundred residents of the Kyiv Nursing Home for Labor Veterans.

Razom is proud to have been involved in mounting this conference, an important aspect of our Health program, which aims to strengthen a modern Ukrainian healthcare system to serve Ukrainians now and after victory.

We invite you to learn more and support Razom Health.

Razom Contributes $100,000 in Aid to Sumy Hospitals

Published: February 22, 2024

Recently, the Razom team in Ukraine undertook a working visit to the Sumy region, where donors provided much-needed aid to Sumy hospitals. During the visit, they engaged with medical staff, delivered assistance and participated in a roundtable discussion titled “Healthcare Facilities in the Sumy Region During War and Engagement of Charitable Aid.”

Since the onset of the full-scale invasion, Razom has been working with healthcare institutions in Sumy and the surrounding area.

During this most recent visit, Razom’s team delivered aid to several medical institutions in Sumy, including the Sumy City Hospital of St. Panteleimon, Sumy Central City Clinical Hospital, Sumy Regional Perinatal Center, Sumy Regional Children’s Clinical Hospital, and Sumy Regional Cardiology Center. This assistance, totaling over $100,000, included equipment such as a modern anesthesia machine, incubator for newborns, ventilators, ultrasound machine, hemodialysis machine, oxygen monitor, and more.

Olena Teriayeva, a medical expert with Razom Health, emphasized the importance of this aid in allowing medical institutions to reallocate funds to other areas. By communicating directly with medical directors and verifying their needs, Razom ensures precise delivery of assistance tailored to each institution’s requirements.

During the roundtable discussion, Razom representatives, alongside regional authorities, members of the Ukrainian Parliament, and medical institution representatives, deliberated about healthcare reform, material and technical support for hospitals, and the challenges of operating in a wartime environment.

Evelina Kurilets, Executive Director of Razom in Ukraine, highlighted the significance of supporting medical facilities in the Sumy region, given its proximity to the border with Russia and the enduring impact of the invasion on local communities. Through effective collaboration with local authorities, self-government bodies, and hospital teams, Razom has helped facilitate positive outcomes for healthcare in the region.

In 2023 alone, Razom for Ukraine delivered goods worth over $1.5 million, with an additional $600,000 allocated for medical equipment, medicines, and consumables for healthcare facilities in Sumy.

Razom for Ukraine has raised over $100,000,000 since the onset of the full-scale invasion, demonstrating unwavering support for Ukraine.

We invite you to learn more and support Razom’s Health Program!

International Orthopaedic Conference: Advancements in Trauma and Arthroplasty

Published: February 1, 2024

Friday, March 29 – Saturday, March 30, 2024

Join us for a comprehensive two-day conference for orthopedic surgeons interested in expanding their knowledge in trauma and arthroplasty. Our panel of speakers is composed of international, national, and regional experts in their respective fields. The conference will encompass a wide array of topics crucial to modern orthopedic practice, including amputations, upper and lower extremity injuries, complex fractures, total joint replacements and more. A dedicated segment will focus on discussing challenging cases that participants submit prior to the conference. A selection of surgeries will be live-streamed in English and Ukrainian with the operating surgeons available to answer questions.

Location:

Hosted by the First Medical Union of Lviv St. Panteleimon Hospital and Unbroken Rehabilitation Center in partnership with Razom for Ukraine

Located in the Clinical Municipal Communal Emergency Hospital Conference Hall at Ivan Mykolaichuk St, 9, Lviv, Lviv Oblast, Ukraine, 79000

Directors:

Schedule:

Friday, March 29, 2024: Presentations with Clinical Case Discussions in the Afternoon
Saturday, March 30, 2024: Live Surgery with available Ukrainian translation

Arthroplasty Topics:

Unicompartmental knee replacement update.
Extensile exposures during hip arthroplasty.
Unicompartmental versus High tibial osteotomy in the athlete.
Periprosthetic fractures; best options for stable fixation.

Trauma Topics:

To be announced

Speakers:

To be announced

Participants:

Ukrainian surgeons with a specialty or interest in orthopedic trauma or arthroplasty.
In-person maximum of 180 participants with an unlimited maximum of online participants.
The conference will be held in English with Ukrainian translation.

For in-person participants, registration includes: entry to conference presentations, case discussions, and conference space with the ability to ask questions during live surgery, refreshments, and lunch for the two conference days, certificate accreditation from Unbroken.

For virtual participants, registration includes: access to all presentations, case discussions, and access link to live surgeries. e-certificate for presentation and participation.

Complimentary lunch and refreshments will be provided by the conference for both days. Please book your own travel and accommodations to the conference, those will not be included.

By enrolling for the conference, you hereby acknowledge and accept the following terms and conditions:

The organization reserves the right to modify the program, date, and/or venue of the conference at any time without prior notice. The organization is absolved of responsibility for any loss or damage arising from substitution, alteration, postponement, or cancellation of the event due to causes beyond its control. The organization retains the right and holds sole discretion to cancel any conference at any time in the event of unavoidable and unforeseeable circumstances. In the event of cancellation, the organization will make reasonable and suitable alternative arrangements, such as posting the cancellation on the official event website to inform those who have booked arrangements for the event.

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Generous Healthcare Donations Illuminate the Spirit of Giving

Published: December 20, 2023

The holiday season brings a spirit of compassion and giving. Two major donations recently accepted by Razom Health illuminate this spirit and the positive impact created by our partnerships. The contributions from Dr. Rocco Armonda, and Partners for World Health brought much-anticipated medical supplies to assist healthcare efforts in Ukraine. The commitment and generosity demonstrated by these donors is commendable, and their contributions will undoubtedly help alleviate the stress on Ukraine’s health system.

Razom Health expresses heartfelt gratitude for the impactful gift from Dr. Rocco Armonda, which arrived at Dnipro Mechnikov Hospital: four pallets of neurosurgical supplies. This valuable donation is crucial to the dedicated doctors, who heroically save lives every day. The delivery is Dr. Armonda’s twelfth shipment since the full-scale invasion began, bringing the total to 29 pallets, weighing over 5,000 kilograms, with a value exceeding 4 million USD. Razom Health is grateful for Dr. Armonda’s continued support over the past two years, contributing significantly to our cause.

A long-awaited container of medical supplies from Partners for World Health (PWH) has arrived in Ukraine, marking the first time Razom Health has navigated a new tracking system required by the Ukrainian government. This donation from PWH is the fourth in the past two years, a testament to the organization’s stalwart commitment to support healthcare efforts in Ukraine. With a total weight of 22,000 pounds, the 40-foot container boasts an entire emergency hospital’s worth of supplies, a treasure trove of high-quality medical equipment and supplies including hospital beds, stretchers, defibrillators, ultrasound machines, and various essential medical consumables. We are truly grateful for the tireless efforts of PWH donors and volunteers to ensure that these vital resources reach those in need.

Once again, Razom Health would like to express our appreciation for all of these partnerships and substantial contributions. As we celebrate the season of giving, these transformative healthcare donations serve as inspiring reminders of the impact that partnerships like these have on communities in need. The stalwart support from Dr. Rocco Armonda and Partners for World Health embodies the true spirit of the holidays, offering hope, healing, and a brighter future for Ukraine.

Razom says Dyakuyu!

Thank you to our esteemed partners and individuals for their invaluable support: Institutional Support – Duke University Neurosurgery, Thomas Jefferson University Neurosurgery, MedStar Georgetown University Neurosurgery, Miami University Hospital Neurosurgery, Balt Corporation, Doro, NeuroOptics (Pupillometry), Longevity (Cranial Implants), Neurovascular Divisions for Medtronic, Stryker, and Microventions, Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences, Jackson Foundation, Mizuho Microsurgical Sugita Aneurysm Clips, Raumedic Neuromonitoring, Baxter Hemostatics.

Special Recognition to – Ivan Bezkoravanny, Heidi Armonda, Michelle Armonda, Dr. Mario Golokovsky, Dr. Catherine Reilly and Family, Jeremy Kaczaniuk, Steve Brown, Dr. Gerry Grant (Chairman of Duke Neurosurgery), Dr. Rober H. Rossenwasser (Chairman of Neurosurgery Thomas Jefferson University), Dr. Maxim Shapiro (NYU NeuroIR), Alex Razmovsky (PhD), Ken Green (DDS).

We invite you to learn more and support Razom’s Health Program!

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Restoring Hope: Razom’s Co-Pilot Project Brings VNS Therapy to Ukraine

Published: November 30, 2023

In the fight against epilepsy, a neurological disorder characterized by recurrent seizures, the Co-Pilot Project, an initiative under the auspices of Razom Health, has emerged as a beacon of hope for children in Ukraine. Through a generous grant from LivaNova, the leading producer of Vagus Nerve Stimulation (VNS) systems, Co-Pilot has brought this life-changing therapy to Ukraine, offering a lifeline to children whose seizures have proven resistant to conventional treatment methods.

The Power of VNS Therapy

VNS therapy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure, involves implanting a small device called a neurostimulator under the skin, connected to the vagus nerve. This nerve, which runs from the brain to the abdomen, plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions, including seizure activity. The neurostimulator sends mild electrical impulses to the vagus nerve, helping to reduce seizure frequency and severity.

VNS is currently most commonly used for children who have partial seizures that do not respond to traditional interventions.

In Lviv, Ukraine, Mykhailo Lovga, Chief of Pediatric Neurosurgery at the First Medical Union, has successfully implemented the VNS system, bringing relief to six epileptic children. The first two surgeries, for Oleksandra from Mykolaiv and Denys from Dnipro, have been resounding successes.

Denys, a 9-year-old boy, has battled epilepsy since the age of three. Despite numerous medications and brain surgery, his seizures persisted. VNS therapy has offered him a renewed chance to live a normal life. Within three weeks of the operation, Denys has experienced a significant reduction in seizure activity.

In Kyiv, Konstantin Kostiuk, MD, PHD, Chief of Neurosurgery at the Romodanov Neurosurgery Institute, has introduced VNS therapy to a 10-year-old boy named Roman. Roman’s epilepsy, characterized by Lennox-Gastaut syndrome, has proven resistant to conventional treatments, including over ten anti-seizure medications and a ketogenic diet. VNS therapy represents another ray of hope for Roman, and the team is anticipating positive outcomes in the coming months.

The Co-Pilot Project’s success in implementing VNS therapy in Ukraine is a testament to the power of partnership and innovation. Working closely with local medical experts, Co-Pilot has ensured that these life-changing treatments reach the children who need them most.

Your support is crucial in enabling Co-Pilot to continue its work of providing life-changing medical care to children in Ukraine. Please consider donating to Razom and help us bring hope to those who need it most.

Together, we can make a difference.

Learn more about and support the Co-Pilot Project and Razom Health.

30 Surgeries in 4 Days: Ivano-Frankivsk Welcomes Canadian and American Surgeons’ ‘Face the Future’ Mission

Published: October 27, 2023

For the second time, Ukraine played host to the ‘Face the Future Ukraine’ mission, a collaborative effort involving Canadian and American reconstructive surgeons. This initiative brought global experts together with their Ukrainian colleagues to perform over 30 life-changing plastic surgeries on individuals who bore the scars of war. Among the patients were military personnel from various regions of Ukraine, all sharing a common experience of severe blast injuries to the face and neck.

Meet Andrii Smolenskyi, a 27-year-old who, after volunteering for the front lines at the onset of the war, eventually became the commander of a separate aerial reconnaissance unit. In late May 2023, during one of the missions, he suffered a grievous injury. Andrii lost both arms, his eyes, and partially his hearing.

Andrii has undergone nearly two dozen surgeries, and thanks to the heroic efforts of Ukrainian doctors, his life was miraculously saved. However, a significant scar painfully contracted his face. Surgeons from the ‘Face the Future’ mission took on the task of relieving his pain and enhancing the aesthetics of his face. In a complex, 6-hour surgery, they removed deformed tissue, placed a titanium implant under the eye, transplanted fat tissue and skin from his neck, and prepared his eye for cosmetic implants.

Dr. Peter Adamson, Founder and President of the Face the Future Foundation, described this as an exceptionally challenging case due to the patient’s multiple combined injuries, with most of the facial bones and muscles missing after the injury. He noted that this mission in Ukraine presented the most severe combined cases in their experience and expressed their commitment to returning every six months to assist Ukrainian defenders and train local colleagues.

To perform these unique surgeries, a team of 15 international specialists, including reconstructive surgeons, oculoplastic surgeons, plastic surgeons, otolaryngologists, surgical oncologists, anesthesiologists, and nurses, arrived in Ukraine. They worked alongside and shared their expertise with Ukrainian specialists from Ivano-Frankivsk, Kyiv, and Zaporizhzhia.

The preparation for this mission spanned five months, involving extensive online consultations for patient selection and surgical planning. For many patients, free individual implants were designed and 3D-printed by bioengineers from Materialize to restore the integrity of bones that were fragmented due to injury, said Nataliia Komashko, MD, Head of Ukrainian Association of Endoscopic Head and Neck Surgeries, who led the clinical program from Ukrainian side.

This successful partnership between ‘Face the Future Foundation,’ ‘Razom for Ukraine,’ and ‘Still Strong’ has evolved into a long-term program, demonstrating remarkable results in training and supporting Ukrainian doctors in their professional development. It signifies an extraordinary achievement and outcome that will help Ukrainian doctors contribute to global medicine.

During the two ‘Face the Future Ukraine’ missions, the team of experts successfully restored physical health and aesthetic beauty for over 70 Ukrainians. Importantly, all reconstructive surgeries were provided free of charge to the patients.

These missions also hosted international symposia for surgeons and nurses, allowing specialists from Canada, the U.S., and Ukraine to share their experiences in performing complex reconstructive interventions and the nuances of managing patients with combat injuries. More than 200 surgeons and nearly 300 nurses participated in the symposia.

The Razom Co-Pilot Project has been facilitating the organization of highly qualified doctors’ visits to Ukraine since 2016. With the outbreak of war, medical organizations and teams from the U.S. and Canada approached Razom for support in helping Ukraine. Currently, the Razom Co-Pilot Project provides organizational and financial support to the largest teams in the U.S. and Canada, including ‘Face the Future,’ ‘Face to Face,’ ‘Global Leap Missions,’ and ‘Co-Pilot Neuro.’ Over 100 North American doctors have worked in Ukraine, performing 300 complex surgeries this year alone.

“We understand that it is impossible to help all patients during the short stay of the international team. Therefore, one of the leading goals of Co-Pilot is to train Ukrainian doctors and help them become leaders in their field and save thousands. Each international team conducts educational events: conferences, lectures and consults Ukrainian doctors online. Razom supports the observership for Ukrainian doctors in the U.S.. Only this year, 10 UA doctors had such an opportunity”, said Yuliia Shama, U.S. Co-Pilot Project Lead.

We are immensely grateful to the team of Face the Future Ukraine:

Surgeons Team Peter A. Adamson, Nataliya Biskup, Matthew Brace, Raymond Cho, Jonathan Trites, Priya Kesarwani, Paul Slavchenko

OR Team Jackie Abbott, Bibi Yasin, Janae Weber, Emma Piehl, Khristie Morrell, Luci Heiman, Hanna Robinson

Gail Kapsambelis (videographer)

Advisors Mark Levin, Anthony Brissett, Burke Bradley, Debbie Fritz, Maureen Merchant

The ‘Face the Future Ukraine’ humanitarian program is a joint effort involving organizations such as Face The Future Foundation (Canada), Razom for Ukraine (USA), Still Strong (UA).

We are immensely grateful to all partners and donors:

CF Patients of Ukraine, and the project “Rehabilitation of War Injuries.” organized academic days. The mission received support from Direct Relief, Materialize, STORZ Karl-Storz Ukraine, the Ukrainian Association of Endoscopic Head and Neck Surgery, the Regional Clinical Hospital of the Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Council, Metinvest, Yellow Blue Force Foundation, the Embassy of Switzerland in Ukraine, Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Military Administration, Transmed, CF «Чисті Серця», and Razom.

Photographer: Andrii Sidletskyi

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Razom Health’s Co-Pilot Project Empowers Thousands of Ukrainian Doctors

Published: October 18, 2023

In the latest chapter of Co-Pilot NEURO’s longtime work, Ukrainian and American specialists continue to evolve the neurosurgery sector in Ukraine.

Since 2016, Razom’s Co-Pilot project has been transforming the field of neurosurgery in Ukraine. The initiative employs a tried and true “train the trainer” model, providing experiential education to top-tier professionals and sharing global medical expertise to be shared further with Ukrainian colleagues and students.

Within this vast portfolio of education and training, two endovascular neurosurgeons from New York University (NYU) Langone Health and Bellevue HHC, Dr. Maksim Shapiro and Dr. Peter Kim Nelson, ventured to Ukraine recently, aiming to provide cutting-edge surgical care.

During their intensives across three key neurosurgery centers, a total of 21 surgeries were performed. Many of these procedures were broadcast in real-time, facilitating knowledge sharing among Ukrainian neurosurgeons.

The educational component was also a pivotal aspect of their trip. An international endovascular online conference, BANANAZ, featured lectures by experts like by Dr. Yuriy Cherednichenko, MD, PHD on the management of traumatic war injuries. Over 80 neurosurgeons benefited from these educational activities, including those attending the Annual Ukrainian Neurosurgical Association conference.

In addition to their expertise, Dr. Shapiro and Dr. Nelson also brought invaluable medical equipment and supplies worth over $1.2 million.

Looking ahead, they plan to create an observership at NYU for Ukrainian endovascular neurosurgeons. The next mission, set for Spring 2024, will focus on Dnipro, Lviv, and Kyiv, with a strong emphasis on live surgeries and educational outreach.

The work of the Co-Pilot NEURO program showcases not only the progress in neurosurgery but also the unwavering commitment of the American and Ukrainian medical communities to support the development of Ukraine’s healthcare system.

The partnership is a beacon of hope for the future of neurosurgery in Ukraine. Thank you to all participants for their unwavering support in making this mission a success!

Razom Co-Pilot Project’s medical missions/medical training in Ukraine) was started with the idea to bring the best neurosurgery practices to Ukraine and form a new generation of neurosurgery leaders among Ukrainian doctors. This program has since successfully expanded to more specialties:

“Face to Face Ukraine” programs together with the American Academy of Facial Plastic Reconstructive Surgeons and INgenious providing reconstructive facial surgery with orthopedic and speech therapy components.
“Face the Future Ukraine” program with Face the Future Foundation (Canada) and Still Strong (Ivano-Frankivsk Regional Hospital) performing reconstructive facial surgeries, academic days for surgeons and nurses.
“Leap Global Mission Ukraine” focusing mostly on facial reconstructive surgeries for children.
The Co-Pilot NEURO Program withs four subspecialties: endovascular neurosurgery, epilepsy surgical treatments, spinal neurosurgery, and open neurosurgery.
The Co-Pilot Ortho Program (Kyiv, Dnipro hospitals).

Results of the program’s work from 2016 to 2023:

Over 100 doctors and medical personnel visited Ukraine.
More than 245 complex surgeries were performed.
Over 1500 patients were consulted.
Over 120 Ukrainian surgeons participated in the missions and improved their qualifications.
Over 2000 Ukrainian surgeons watched live streams of surgeries.
More than 10 doctors underwent internships at U.S. universities.
Nearly 20 Ukrainian hospitals were involved in the program.