Business Details
43 Years
experience
Free Medical & Surgical Care for Underserved Communities
Founded in 1983 by Drs. Ramon Sy and Ernesto Espaldon, Aloha Medical Mission (AMM) has dedicated over four decades to delivering free healthcare to medically underserved populations in Hawaii and globally. As a secular 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we operate through the generosity of selfless volunteers, including surgeons, nurses, dentists, and non-medical personnel, who donate their time and cover their own travel expenses. Our mission teams have conducted hundreds of medical and surgical missions across 20+ countries, specializing in Gynecology, General Surgery, Dentistry, Head and Neck Surgery, Orthopedics, and Urology. In Hawaii, we pioneered the state's first free dental clinic and medical clinic for the uninsured, homeless, and immigrants. Our partnerships with local governments and organizations ensure sustainable care, while our global outreach addresses critical health disparities, including Nepal's high uterine prolapse rates and the Philippines' cleft-lip surgeries.We prioritize patient dignity, cultural respect, and long-term community impact, having treated over 166,000 patients and performed 12,610 surgeries to date. Our volunteer-driven model maximizes donor impact, with 100% of donations directly funding medical supplies, equipment, and mission logistics. Through collaborations like the Polynesian Voyaging Society and St. Scholastica Bacolod Alumnae Foundation, we extend our reach while maintaining rigorous safety standards for complex procedures like parotid tumor removals. Transparency and ethical practices guide our operations, ensuring trust and accountability to donors and patients alike.
Services
Gynecology
General Surgery
Dentistry
Head and Neck Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Urology
Plastic Surgery
Dental Clinics
Medical Missions
Volunteer Programs
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of experience delivering free healthcare in 20+ countries
- Volunteer teams cover their own travel expenses to maximize donor impact
- Specialized surgical expertise in complex procedures like parotid tumor removal
- Established Hawaii's first free dental and medical clinics for underserved populations
- Partnerships with local governments ensure culturally respectful, sustainable care
Associations and certifications
- 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
What people say
Life-changing care
Dedicated volunteers
Free services
Global reach
Sustainable partnerships
Services
Gynecology
Specialized care for women's reproductive health, including treatment for conditions like uterine prolapse. Our teams address critical maternal health issues in regions with limited access to care. Services include diagnostic exams, surgical interventions, and post-operative care during overseas missions.
General Surgery
Comprehensive surgical solutions for underserved populations, including abdominal procedures and tumor removals. Our surgeons perform complex operations like parotid gland tumor excisions with facial nerve preservation. Procedures utilize both traditional and minimally invasive techniques adapted to field conditions during missions.
Dentistry
Free dental services addressing urgent oral health needs through mobile clinics and permanent facilities. Our Honolulu-based clinic served thousands of uninsured patients until transitioning to Project Vision Hawaii in 2025. Services include extractions, restorations, and preventive care during domestic and international missions.
Medical Missions
Annual volunteer-led missions to 20+ countries delivering specialized care in partnership with local governments. Teams conduct pre-screening, perform surgeries, and coordinate follow-up care. Missions focus on high-impact interventions for conditions that severely impact quality of life in resource-limited settings.
Volunteer Programs
Opportunities for medical professionals and non-medical personnel to join overseas missions or local initiatives. Volunteers receive training and support while covering their own travel expenses. Programs include dental clinic assistance, administrative support, and medical supply coordination.
People
Dr. Ramon Sy
Co-Founder
Co-founded Aloha Medical Mission in 1983 with Dr. Ernesto Espaldon. Pioneered the organization's first cleft-lip surgery mission in the Philippines, establishing its model for international medical outreach.
Dr. Ernesto Espaldon
Co-Founder
Co-founded AMM in 1983 with Dr. Ramon Sy. Instrumental in developing the organization's early partnerships and expanding its mission to address diverse medical needs across Asia and the Pacific Rim.
Julie Gamboa
Overseas Missions Coordinator
Manages mission logistics and donor relations for Aloha Medical Mission. Serves as primary contact for donations and volunteer coordination, ensuring smooth operations for domestic and international programs.
Questions
What areas does Aloha Medical Mission serve?
We provide free healthcare in Hawaii and 20+ countries including the Philippines, Nepal, Cambodia, Honduras, and Myanmar through annual medical missions.
How can I volunteer with Aloha Medical Mission?
We welcome medical professionals and non-medical volunteers. Apply through our website for overseas missions or local opportunities like dental clinics and administrative support.
What types of medical services do you offer?
Our teams specialize in gynecology, general surgery, dentistry, orthopedics, urology, and plastic surgery, with additional primary care services during missions.
How is Aloha Medical Mission funded?
We rely entirely on donations and grants. Volunteers cover their own travel expenses to maximize donor impact on medical supplies and mission logistics.
