Stories
Mercy Ships Stories of Hope and Healing
Watch how the largest charity hospital ships in the world save lives by brining hope and healing people in need. We love to share our stories of hope to all.
A Day in the Life: Teaching
When Carey Anne Dooley wakes up in the morning, she never checks the traffic. She doesn’t worry about beating rush...
The Future of Clean and Safe Surgery
Sterilizing surgical instruments, suturing, making incisions... these are the simplest skills needed to be able to...
Dr. Mohamed Sabounji’s Journey
Working to Become Senegal’s First Pediatric Orthopedic Surgeon In Senegal, a nation of over 16 million people,...
Make Your Mark: Martha’s Journey
A New Purpose It was an episode of 60 Minutes that changed the course of Martha Rodriguez's life. As she watched...
New Mercies: Zodi Schwind’s Journey
Growing Up with Surgeons, and the Feeling of Home in Africa Zodi Schwind moved on board the Africa Mercy with her...
Dr. Mark Shrime Comes On Board
Mercy Ships Looks to the Future with New International Chief Medical Officer Mercy Ships is excited to welcome a...
Restoring Women’s Hope and Dignity
Meet The Surgeon Restoring Women's Hope and Dignity Dr. Charlotte Polle-Kaliti is a pioneer. She was the first...
New Mercies: Kate Pitchford’s Journey
Wisdom from a Woman "In the Know" Volunteering as a media liaison and later as the executive assistant on board...
Sterile Processing to Ensure Safe Surgery
Genevieve Dione works as an endoscopy technician in Dakar, Senegal. In her role, she’s long been incorporating...
“Build a Boat” Partnership Takes Sail
Singer Colton Dixon’s new song highlights Mercy Ships We are so honored to announce our partnership with Christian...
New Mercies: Alli Miller’s Journey
A Physio’s Mercy Ships Adventure Alli Miller had been a physical therapist for seven years when she felt like it...
Make Your Mark: Donna Makoboka
A Beautiful Reunion Donna Makoboka’s story with Mercy Ships began in 1993. At the time, Donna was working as a...
The Love of Family: Awa’s Story
In a rural town in southern Senegal lives 5-year-old Awa, surrounded by her loving family. She has always been...
New Mercies: DK’s Journey On Board
From a Farm in Kazakhstan to a Ship in Africa DK grew up in Kazakhstan, helping on the farm and learning electrical...
Safer Surgery for a New Generation
Pediatric Anesthesia Training in Senegal In June 2022, more than 30 Senegalese healthcare professionals boarded the...