Events

Where AVA shows up

From mission trips in Guatemala to community runs and academic symposia in the U.S. — here's how we bring people together.

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Aid Via Action 5K

Third Saturday of September · Bachman Lake Park · Dallas, TX

Our annual community run raising funds for patients in El Petén. Live music, post-race massages, shirts, and medals.

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Symposium of Anesthesia & Surgery

Annual · Bridging the gap in global health-care disparities

A gathering of clinicians, residents, and students presenting research and sharing best practices in global surgical care.

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Mission Trips to HNSB

Multiple per year · Hospital Nacional de San Benito, Guatemala

Surgical teams travel to Hospital Nacional de San Benito to operate, teach, and strengthen local capacity alongside Guatemalan physicians.

Want to get involved?

Volunteer, sponsor an event, or join us on a mission trip.