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The School of Medicine at Stony Brook University has established an annual mission to the Sacred Valley of Peru and Cuzco in an effort to provide the people in this area with health care and public health. The mission is four to six weeks in June and July and involves medical students, volunteer attendings, physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, and civilian public health workers.
Cataract Surgical Mission - Urubamba Peru

Cataract Surgical Mission – Urubamba Peru

This will be the first year that we will have a cataract surgical mission for one week in Urubamba from July 2-6.  This effort has been coordinated by Debra Messina, MD. We are working with the Peruvian Ministry of Health to provide free cataract surgery to those patients who are...
Eye Glass Collection Drive

Eye Glass Collection Drive

We’re collecting gently used eye glasses – over the counter reading glasses, children size distance glasses and non prescription sunglasses (no bifocals or progressives).  The eyeglasses will be brought to Peru this June and July. The glasses will be distributed to children and adults in need of vision correction.  Please...
Peru Medical Mission 2012 Brochure

Peru Medical Mission 2012 Brochure

Thank you for your interest in Stony Brook’s medical mission to the Sacred Valley region in Peru. This is a project that is constantly evolving, improving, and also struggling as we face challenges in helping improve the lives of people who live in medically underserved areas in the Sacred Valley...
Learn more about Friends New England!

Learn more about Friends New England!

Friends New England (FNE) promotes education and sustainable development projects world-wide. With a hand-in-hand philosophy, FNE works with impoverished communities to identify pressing needs, network with local and international organizations, facilitate collaboration, and empower individuals to actively participate within their communities.
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First fundraiser - a total success.

First fundraiser – a total success.

Many thanks to the students, faculty and friends who pitched in at our November 3rd Fundraiser. We almost sold out of all handcrafted Peruvian items!
A Clearer Vision

A Clearer Vision

This piece has been published in Teen Ink's monthly print magazine. By Vibhuti K., Solon, OH He probably had only four teeth left, all of which were exposed in a grin as wide as the Amazon. His sun-darkened skin was rough from the dry climate, his matted hair was streaked with age,...
Welcome!

Welcome!

The School of Medicine at Stony Brook University has established an annual mission to the Sacred Valley of Peru and Cuzco in an effort to provide the people in this area with health care and public health. The mission is four to six weeks in June and July and involves...
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Cataract Surgical Mission – Urubamba Peru

This will be the first year that we will have a cataract surgical mission for one week in Urubamba from July 2-6.  This effort has been coordinated by Debra Messina, MD. We are working with the Peruvian Ministry of Health to provide free cataract surgery to those patients who are truly indigent and have advanced...
Art Showcase - Fundraiser

Art Showcase – Fundraiser

Sabores Restaurant & Bar – Friday May 18th, 2012 \ 6-10pm – 392 Woodward Ave. Ridgewood NY  - An Art Showcase Featuring the Works of: The Children of the Sacred Valley & Photographer, Susanne Rieth

Eye Glass Collection Drive

We’re collecting gently used eye glasses – over the counter reading glasses, children size distance glasses and non prescription sunglasses (no bifocals or progressives).  The eyeglasses will be brought to Peru this June and July. The glasses will be distributed to children and adults in need of vision correction.  Please contact us if you have...

2012 Peru Mission Information and Application Form

For all students who have decided to come on the Peru Mission 2012 please make a check out to FSA 703 for $100 and mail directly to: Dr. John Shanley 114 Nadia Court Port Jefferson, NY 11777 This deposit needs to be mailed by Feb 17, 2012 and will secure your place and be deducted...
The Tumi

The Tumi

An interesting read about the Tumi. “I was used to seeing the Tumi in all types of Peruvian handicrafts: wall ornaments, copper artefacts, wall hangings, carpets and jewellery. I knew the Tumi shape well, but It had never occurred to me to think that it was a knife, or what it was originally used for....