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- Objective: The Global Surgical and Medical Support Group (GSMSG) aims to deliver high-quality medical and surgical care in war-torn Ukraine, where healthcare facilities are targeted in warfare.
- Interventions: GSMSG has deployed US Special Operations veterans and licensed medical professionals to train local civilians and provide essential medical support.
- Results: The initiative has successfully trained over 20,000 Ukrainians and facilitated more than 100 major surgeries, while also supplying specialized medical equipment for ongoing care.
Article Abstract
Objective: Targeting of healthcare infrastructures in Ukraine has served as a tactical warfare strategy. The goal of the Global Surgical and Medical Support Group (GSMSG) is to provide sustainable, high quality medical and surgical care in war zones.
Interventions: GSMSG deployed United States (US) Special Operations veterans and highly specialized licensed medical experts. Training of Ukrainian civilians was implemented.
Results: Over 20,000 Ukrainians trained and over 100 major surgeries performed with assistance of world experts. Specialized medical equipment was also provided.
Conclusion: GSMSG lays the groundwork for effective, high quality, and sustainable surgical interventions into a nation in conflict.
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