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Across the globe, over five billion people still lack access to expert and affordable surgical care. Surgery is more than a procedure. it is a deep human undertaking, reliant on the skills, intelligence, and values of those navigating fragile healthcare systems.
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* In 1980, WHO Director-General Halfdan Mahler referred to surgery as having a โproper role in bringing the people of the world nearer to the goal of health for allโ (WHO, 1980).
* Michael DeBakey observed, “Surgery is a blend of knowledge, skill, and courage,” highlighting the pressure on surgical teams in LMICs (DeBakey, 2007).
* Sherwin Nuland stated, “The scalpel has its power, but compassion is the greater force,” reflecting the balance of skill and empathy in global surgical practice (Nuland, 1994).
* The Lancet Commission on Global Surgery notes that lack of surgical access significantly contributes to preventable death and economic harm globally.
* Innovations are reshaping surgical systems. Platforms like SURGhub, WHO policy leadership, and advocacy from the G4 Alliance strengthen systems through data, training, and collaboration.
* Atul Gawande emphasized that medicine, especially surgery, remains a calling based on service, respect, and duty (Gawande, 2020).
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* Global surgery progress requires shared responsibility.
* Advocates should invest in surgical systems so surgery is a standard of care.
* Universal access to safe, affordable surgical care is essential for equitable health improvements.
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The Operating Room Global (TORG)
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