Paediatric Eye Surgery Mission Successfully Concludes at Tamale Eye Hospital

Tamale Eye Hospital is proud to announce the successful completion of the Rotary-sponsored Paediatric Eye Surgery Mission, which took place from 30th May to 8th June 2026.

Over the course of the mission, children and adults with complex eye conditions received life-changing surgical care, offering renewed hope, improved vision, and a brighter future for many families across Northern Ghana and beyond.

The Mission Focused On:

• Major eye surgeries for children, from newborns to young adults
• Cataract surgeries in infants and children
• Squint (strabismus) surgeries
• Eye plastic and reconstructive procedures for adults
• Comprehensive specialist eye assessments and follow-up care

The impact of this initiative was evident in the smiles of patients, the relief of parents, and the successful outcomes achieved through the dedication of an exceptional international and local team.

A Partnership That Changed Lives

This remarkable mission was made possible through the generous support and collaboration of Rotary District 9104 Ghana, together with Rotary partners from Ghana, India, the United Kingdom, Canada, and the United States, as well as various foundations in India and the USA.

We extend our deepest appreciation to our Rotary partners, especially the dedicated teams from Rotary Clubs in India, whose commitment to eliminating avoidable blindness continues to make a profound difference in communities around the world.

Mission Leadership and Surgical Team

The mission was led by an outstanding team of volunteer ophthalmic surgeons whose expertise, dedication, and compassion have transformed countless lives:

• Dr. K. V. Ravishankar, DO, MS, DNB, FRCS (Edin), UK – Team Leader
• Dr. Uma Ravishankar, MD, DNB, FRCS (Edin), UK
• Dr. Milind Bhide, MS, FRCS (Edin), UK, FRCOphth (London), UK

Their commitment to restoring sight and improving quality of life brought hope to many patients and families during the mission.

Gratitude to Our Partners

Tamale Eye Hospital sincerely thanks:

• The Rotary Foundation, IL, USA
• Rotary District 9104
• Rotary Club of Accra Industrial
• Rotary Club of Accra Premier International
• Rotary E-Club of Bangalore (International Sponsor), Bangalore, India
• Rotary Club of Bangalore Abilities, India
• Rotary Club of Ivory City Mysore, India
• Evans Family Foundation, Charlotte, NC, USA
• Avoidable Blindness Foundation, Bangalore, India
• Rotary Club of Guildford Wey, UK
• Rotary Club of Christchurch, UK
• Rotary Club of Naperville, IL, USA
• Rotary Club of Whitby, ON, Canada

We also acknowledge the unwavering commitment of the Tamale Eye Hospital team, whose hard work, coordination, and dedication ensured the smooth and successful execution of this mission.

Together We Made a Difference

Every successful surgery represents more than a medical procedure—it represents a child returning to school with confidence, a parent regaining hope, and a family receiving a second chance at a better quality of life.

As we celebrate the success of this mission, we remain committed to our vision of providing accessible, high-quality eye care and preventing avoidable blindness throughout Ghana.

Thank you to every patient, volunteer, surgeon, Rotary partner, and staff member who contributed to this incredible achievement. Together, we are changing lives—one sight-restoring surgery at a time.