Outreach programs

Beyond the operating room

In addition to the referral services program, HFA-BCMF also improves access to medical care in vulnerable communities through a series of health-related outreach projects.

Humanitarian aid distribution

Since 2013

Humanitarian Support

Over 500,000 beneficiaries in Burma and Thailand provided with food, drinking water, medicine, medical supplies, infrastructure, and building assistance, amongst other support.

A child fitted with a 3D printed prosthetic arm

Since 2019

3D Prosthetics

Free and functional upper limb prosthetics, orthotics, and assistive devices for individuals in underserved communities, particularly child and adult refugees and migrants along the Thai-Burma border.

A custom fitted wheelchair recipient

Since 2014

Wheelchairs & Mobility Devices

Mobility aids for children and adults with mobility impairments in Burma and Thailand, custom-fitted to each recipient's needs and built for use on unpaved terrain.

Free vision screening event

Since 2015

Eye Screening

Free vision screenings in disadvantaged communities in Burma and Thailand. Free eyeglasses are provided when needed, and patients with conditions such as cataracts and pterygium receive further support.

Reproductive health workshop

Since 2018

Reproductive Health & Rights

Workshops in disadvantaged communities in Burma and Thailand, with both male and female participants, about the reproductive system and reproductive rights.

Community health services training session

Since 2025

Community Health Services Training

First-aid and other health services training to local partners, healthcare providers, community leaders, and migrant students.

Stationery supplies delivered to a remote school

Since 2016

Stationery Supplies

Donations of stationery supplies, teaching aids, and other school materials to remote schools in Burma and migrant learning centres on the Thai-Burma border.

Mosquito nets distributed for dengue prevention

Since 2014

Health Literacy & Dengue Prevention

Mosquito nets and dengue prevention posters distributed to remote schools and migrant learning centres, coinciding with the rainy season, when mosquito-borne illnesses rise sharply each year.

Rehabilitation and physiotherapy support

Since 2023

Rehabilitation

Physiotherapy and rehabilitation services supporting recipients fitted with 3D printed prosthetics, wheelchairs, and mobility devices, plus pre- and post-operative cardiac education for surgery patients.