Neil Banga, MD
Neil Banga, MD
General Surgery · Pueblo, Colorado



Heart of Texas, Zambia Mission


May 22nd
Livingstone, Zambia

Project Description

ENT and general surgery cases.  Perform complex surgical cases that may not have otherwise been available to the local population

Population Served

Underserved and indigenous people who don't have access to surgical specialist. We also plan to make return trips to the same or like communities.

Expected Impact

Deliver specialized surgical care to the communities we visit.  We hope to build partnerships with local medical providers through education and support, ensuring continuity of care for patients.  Finally, we hope to empower individuals with skills and knowledge to care for their local populations


Trip Photos & Recap

Wonderful trip with a great team of ENT surgeons with Operation International to Livingstone, Zambia

We did quite a few cases in the span of 5 days and helped the local hospital clear backlog of surgeries. Additionally complex head and neck cases done by our ENTs that otherwise could not have been done locally. Time was also spent teaching residents and students. The hospital staff and community appreciated us being there and we look forward to repeat missions.