The Operating Room Global Centre For Education, Research and Innovation.

Empowering Surgical Excellence Through Education, Research & Innovation

The Operating Room Global (TORG) Foundation

Is a multidisciplinary professional platform representing over 260,000 surgical & perioperative professionals across 113 countries. It is the largest global network bringing together all operating room professionals, with 42 healthcare disciplines and specialties represented. A Not-For-Profit and Non-Governmental organization founded in Nigeria in August 2015  and incorporated in October, 2019 (CAC 137951). TORG has since expanded to over 20 active chapters worldwide, including 32 African countries.

Our mission is to advance surgical and perioperative care through education, research, advocacy, innovation, and capacity building.

Our Academic and Innovation Arm

The Operating Room Global Centre for Education, Research & Innovation Limited

Is the academic, research and innovation arm of The Operating Room Global (TORG) incorporated in Ireland in June, 2025 (CRO 791393, VAT: IE4439375HH). This Centre now leads TORG’s global agenda in education, evidence-based practice, research advancement, global partnerships and innovation in perioperative and surgical systems. It serves as a hub for academic collaboration, training, research partnerships, and the development of novel tools and strategies to strengthen surgical care delivery, particularly in low-resource settings.

Our Affiliated Journal – TORGJ

The Operating Room Global Journal(TORGJ)

Is the official Journal of The Operating Room Global Centre for Education, Research & Innovation. It is an open-access, peer-reviewed, multidisciplinary international journal inaugurated in May 2025 and committed to advancing evidence-based knowledge in all domains related to the perioperative environment. Our aim is to provide a platform for researchers, clinicians, educators, and policy advocates to disseminate high-quality research that informs practice, shapes policy, and improves global health outcomes.

Volunteer-Led Leadership and Global Community

At TORG, leadership is driven by volunteers, passionate professionals from diverse surgical and perioperative disciplines who give their time, expertise, and vision to build something greater than themselves. They have been pivotal in shaping TORG into a respected, impactful organization, guiding its exponential growth and the establishment of chapters across continents.

The true strength of TORG lies in its vibrant community of operating room professionals, from those on the frontlines of surgery to those in administrative and support roles. Their excellence, collaboration, and unwavering commitment ensure that TORG continues to advance its mission and vision of safer, stronger, and more equitable surgical care worldwide.

Global Affiliations

TORG is proudly engaged with international networks and alliances that champion equitable access to surgical, obstetric, trauma, and anesthesia care. We advocate for surgical care as a core component of universal health coverage and through InterSurgeon, we connect surgical teams and organizations worldwide to foster meaningful global partnerships. TORG is also listed with the Union of International Associations (UIA) in the world directory of international NGOs and officially registered in the Global Civil Society Database (ID AA5194), underscoring our global footprint, accountability, and commitment to advancing safe surgical care for all.

CPD Accreditation

TORG is an internationally accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Provider, recognized by The CPD Group (Registration No. 782297), and officially listed in the CPD Register. This accreditation underscores our commitment to delivering high-quality, globally relevant educational programs for surgical and perioperative professionals.

The TORG Institutional Review Board (TORG-IRB)

The Operating Room Global (TORG) is proud to host its own Institutional Review Board (TORG-IRB), officially registered with the U.S. Office for Human Research Protections (OHRP).

• IORG Number: IORG0012466, IRB Number: IRB00014742 and FWA Number: FWA00035510

This milestone affirms TORG’s position as an internationally recognized platform for ethically sound research involving human participants, clinical trials, and invasive procedures. The TORG-IRB strengthens the credibility and integrity of all research conducted under TORG, ensuring adherence to internationally recognized ethical standards while enhancing the protection of human subjects worldwide. It builds trust among partners, collaborators, and the communities we serve, while opening new opportunities for global collaborations, scholarly publications, and research training. Positioned as a leader in ethical research governance in global surgery and allied health fields, TORG remains committed to advancing responsible and impactful research grounded in the highest principles of ethics and accountability. Click Here to Learn More.

Our Governing Board 2025-2026 and Other Specialized Teams

Meet our Leaders

The Operating Room Global (TORG) Governing Board provides strategic direction, fiduciary oversight, and mission stewardship for the 2025-2026 term.