Ha Giang Surgery Week 2026

Another successful surgery week in Ha Giang Province. Ha Giang is located in the far north of the country, and contains Vietnam's northernmost point. It shares a 270 km long border with Yunnan province of China. Hà Giang has many high rocky mountains, limestone formations and springs and is world famous for the Ha Giang loop. The Ha Giang Loop is a breathtaking motorcycle route that winds through the northern highlands offering travelers an exhilarating experience filled with stunning landscapes, culture and thrilling adventures.
This week we were able to provide life changing surgery to almost 200 children. That is an average of 50 surgeries a day. Here are a few before and after photos of the children.
For more photos of our week in Ha Giang province please explore the hundreds of photos. Ha Giang Surgery - 2026 https://photos.app.goo.gl/SguWBMW15tJK5oXe6 BONUS: Always my favorite thing to do and get a feel for the local community. Visit the local market place. https://photos.app.goo.gl/d3mx6HrzWJYqJNhz7 Regards, Bob McGarry www.childsurgeryvietnam-usa.com

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