Two coordinated medical missions led by The Syrian American Medical Society (SAMS) have successfully concluded, treating nearly 4,000 patients and performing 722 surgeries in war-affected regions. These missions also focused on training over 1,600 local healthcare workers.

In Jordan, from April 19–25, more than 80 U.S. volunteers collaborated with 145 Jordanian volunteers to provide healthcare to Syrian and Palestinian refugees. Working with Jordan's Ministry of Health, Ministry of Social Development, SRAD, UNHCR, INGOs, and local hospitals and universities, the team served in 17 locations. They treated over 2,500 patients and conducted 353 surgeries across specialties such as cardiology, dentistry, ophthalmology, ENT, OB-GYN, and plastic surgery.

Dr. Hend Azhary, who led the Jordan mission, emphasized the mission's focus on creating a sustainable impact through education and collaboration with Jordanian partners to strengthen care for vulnerable refugee communities. The team also held five scientific lectures at the Hashemite University and Prince Hamzah Hospital, educating over 450 medical students in radiology, family medicine, gastroenterology, and more.

In Syria, from April 20–25, a team of 38 U.S.-based physicians and over 50 local volunteers provided critical care across five governorates: Hama, Homs, Idlib, Aleppo, and Damascus. The mission delivered 1,093 patient consultations and 369 surgeries. A training program reached 1,199 healthcare workers through 59 hands-on sessions.

Dr. Amjad Rass, leader of the Syria delegation, stated that the mission was a significant step in rebuilding Syria's healthcare system by training local providers and introducing advanced medical techniques. Specialized training was provided in oncology, cardiac surgery, neonatology, anesthesiology, and peripheral vascular procedures. Conferences and medical education days were hosted across multiple cities to support local providers.

SAMS is committed to expanding its medical missions into newly accessible areas of Syria to ensure consistent access to care and the long-term rebuilding of a resilient national healthcare system. More than a decade of war has devastated the healthcare system in Syria and strained systems in neighboring countries like Jordan. Millions of refugees lack access to specialized medical care, and Syria's medical workforce remains depleted, with over 70% of healthcare professionals displaced.

These SAMS-led missions aim to build resilience, hope, and long-term sustainability. Last year, SAMS provided lifesaving medical services to 3.6 million people.