How You Can Help Haiti
If you would like to help Haiti recover from the devastating earthquake, consider donating your time, money, or supplies.
The American Medical Association has created a form for physicians who wish to volunteer.
The World Surgical Foundation, which was founded by Pennsylvania Medical Society member Domingo Alvear, MD, is collecting donations for Hôpital Albert Schweitzer outside of Port-au-Prince. Another member, John Judson, MD, has volunteered at the hospital for more than 40 years.
To make a donation, visit the foundation website or send a check made payable to the World Surgical Foundation to PO Box 1006, Camp Hill, PA 17001-1006. Donations also can be made on the hospital's website.
Rodrigue (Rod) Mortel, MD, a retired physician in Hershey and a native of Haiti, also is involved in relief efforts. He is willing to speak to physicians wanting to offer assistance. Call the Pennsylvania Medical Society at (800) 228-7823 for information on how to reach Dr. Mortel.
The Haiti Emergency Relief Fund is accepting monetary donations, as is the American Red Cross. You also can easily donate $10 to the Red Cross by texting “Haiti” to 90999. Visit the Red Cross website to donate a different amount or to find your local chapter of the Red Cross to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
The Center for International Disaster Information is in the process of coordinating donations and volunteers for the Haiti relief effort. Forms should soon be available on their website to allow you to volunteer your services or donate supplies.
Last Updated: 2/5/2010