Mercy Outreach Surgical Team (M.O.S.T.)

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M.O.S.T. is making a difference

Reaching out to those who have limited access to health care, M.O.S.T provides care and compassion during week-long outreach missions in the heart of southern and central Mexico, which helps to uplift the spirits and self-esteem of nearly 300 children and adults.

The volunteer group of physicians, nurses, technicians and others perform life-changing surgeries to correct cleft lips, cleft palates, burn scars, crossed eyes, hernias and a variety of other conditions.

Supported entirely through philanthropy, M.O.S.T. has profoundly transformed the lives of more than 10,300 patients since the program first began in 1988. The far-reaching impact of our program would not be possible without the generosity of our donors and volunteers.

Mission of M.O.S.T.

  • To bring hope, comfort and the opportunity for a better life to children and adults through corrective surgery
  • To share medical knowledge and expertise with colleagues in a host country
  • To provide an opportunity for team volunteers to experience the spiritual rewards of service

For more information about M.O.S.T., including how to volunteer or make a donation, please contact us.

2013 M.O.S.T. Mariachi Festival

Join us at the 3rd Annual Mercy Outreach Surgical Team (M.O.S.T.) Mariachi Festival on Saturday, September 21, 2013, to support M.O.S.T.’s important work. Register Today.

M.O.S.T. documentary

During a M.O.S.T. trip to Tula, Mexico, our volunteer team of surgeons, nurses and other staff members treated more than 300 children for cleft palates and lips, crossed eyes and burn scar revisions. Footage from that mission was used to produce “Miracles in Tula,” a documentary hosted by Naomi Judd, a country music star and former nurse.

To receive a DVD of this documentary, please call 619-686-3633.

M.O.S.T. publications

Find out more about the Mercy Outreach Surgical Team’s work in these publications:

Mercy Outreach Surgical Team

The Mercy Outreach Surgical Team (M.O.S.T.) provides care and compassion to people in Mexico. Learn more about M.O.S.T. and how you can benefit this program.