Bhutan's Vision Revival: Outreach Microsurgical Eye Camp Illuminates Lives in Gelephu

In a transformative initiative bridging compassion and cutting-edge care, the Outreach Microsurgical Eye Camp is delivering the gift of sight to hundreds of Bhutanese individuals afflicted by cataract-induced blindness. Currently underway in Gelephu, the three-day camp has already restored vision to over 120 patients since its launch yesterday, with 84-year-old Dhan Maya Tamang among those celebrating a life-changing rebirth of clarity.  
A New Dawn for the Elderly
Dhan Maya Tamang, who lost her vision over a year ago, tearfully expressed gratitude after her successful surgery: *“I regained my eyesight, and I would like to thank the government and the health officials for their service.”Her story mirrors the hope shared by more than 200 registered patients, aged 40 to 88, who await treatment at the camp. Cataracts, a leading cause of preventable blindness in aging populations, are being swiftly addressed through high-precision microsurgical procedures performed by a dedicated international team.  

25 Years of Legacy: Pioneers in Ophthalmic Progress
Spearheading the effort is Dr. Sanduk Ruit, a renowned Nepalese ophthalmologist whose partnership with Bhutan spans 25 years. Reflecting on the nation’s strides, Dr. Ruit emphasized, *“After decades of collaboration, it’s inspiring to witness Bhutan’s ophthalmic advancements, including the Gyalyum Kesang Choeden Wangchuck National Eye Centre—a testament to Her Majesty’s visionary leadership in combating blindness.”*  

The camp, organized by Bhutan’s Health Ministry alongside Nepal’s Tilganga Institute of Ophthalmology and the Ruit Foundation, underscores a commitment to equitable, world-class care. Dr. Dechen Wangmo, Pediatric Ophthalmologist at JDWNRH, reinforced this mission: *“Our goal transcends numbers; every surgery must meet global standards, ensuring dignity and lasting impact for patients.”*  

Collaboration Fueling Hope
Supported by Her Majesty Gyalyum Kesang Choeden Wangchuck’s National Eye Centre and humanitarian organization Karuna Shechen, the initiative merges grassroots outreach with institutional expertise. As the camp progresses, its ripple effect extends beyond physical healing—rekindling independence for farmers, artisans, and elders, and reinforcing Bhutan’s resolve to eliminate preventable blindness.  

With each successful surgery, the camp not only restores vision but also illuminates the power of cross-border solidarity, proving that sight, dignity, and hope are universal rights worth fighting for.

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