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Recent Posts
Bridging Gaps in Oncology Nursing Through International Collaboration
In Vietnam, many of the nurses treating oncology patients have not gone through specialized oncology training – even in hospitals that only care for cancer…
Transforming Pediatric Cancer Care in Cambodia
In 2008, children diagnosed with cancer in Cambodia had few options. Hospitals such as Angkor Hospital for Children (AHC) lacked the specialized training and resources…
Bhutan’s First Pediatric Nephrologist
Just a few years ago, Bhutan had never had a pediatric nephrologist. Now, the country has Dr. Jimba Jatsho. “Before me,” he said, “when there…
HVO Volunteers Support and Guide Each Other
By Connie Evashwick, ScD, CAE, CPH and Danielle Stonehirsch HVO aspires to offer its partner organizations and its volunteers more than just one-time clinical teaching.…
Ultrasound Education Takes Root in Nepal
In May 2025, HVO posted a blog about Dr. Peter Rice’s work bringing ultrasound training to our partner hospital Lumbini Medical College in Tansen, Nepal.…
Building a Safer Future at Sonja Kill Memorial Hospital
Hospitals are meant to be safe havens. Sonja Kill Memorial Hospital (SKMH) in Kampot, Cambodia is striving to ensure that not only are they offering the…