Cataract Surgery Camp – Jinja, Uganda
Campaign overview
Cataract blindness is entirely preventable. With your support, 150 people will regain their vision, independence, and ability to work, care for their families, and...
Campaign story
About this campaign
My name is Dr. Umut Duygu Uzunel, and I am an ophthalmologist with over 20 years of experience. Since 2014, I have volunteered across several African countries to make modern, sight-saving eye surgeries accessible to people who would otherwise remain blind.
From April 3 to April 13, 2026, I will be participating in a cataract surgery camp in Jinja, Uganda, with the goal of restoring sight to 150 patients.
The cost per cataract surgery is USD 200, which includes:
- Surgical materials and medical supplies
- One night of accommodation with three meals for 2 people (patient and a caregiver)
Transportation from rural areas for both 150 surgeries × USD 200 = USD 30,000
Additional funds will support my flight expenses, allowing me to reach the community and deliver this care.
Every donation—large or small—directly restores sight. Thank you for being part of this life-changing mission.
Health Program
Why health campaigns matter.
Health campaigns help donors support practical care pathways such as cataract surgery, screenings, mobile clinics, equipment, and patient outreach.
Embrace Relief health work focuses on access, follow-up, and direct services delivered through trusted field and medical partners.
Health campaigns can connect donors to clear care outcomes.
Support may cover treatment, screenings, equipment, transport, and clinic logistics.
Program teams coordinate with local partners to reach underserved communities.
What your donation supports
Care pathways with clear next steps.
Medical access
Donations can support screenings, surgeries, checkups, and patient outreach.
Field logistics
Support helps care teams reach communities where access to doctors is limited.
Equipment and supplies
Campaigns can help provide clinic tools, medical supplies, and practical care resources.
Campaign FAQ
Questions before supporting medical care.
Health donations can support cataract surgery, preventive checkups, screenings, clinic equipment, patient outreach, transportation, and follow-up coordination.
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