Pioneering Women in Reconstructive Surgery
Pioneering Women in Reconstructive Surgery
Since 2017, SkinCeuticals has partnered with ReSurge International to advance first-generation women reconstructive surgeons in underserved parts of the world. We believe women surgeons have the power to transform the lives of families, communities, and economies worldwide.
The Need for
Surgical Care
Surgical Care
5 BILLION people worldwide lack access to safe, timely surgical care. For people in underserved countries who suffer from burn injuries or congenital conditions, a change in their appearance or ability to function has the power to transform their lives - enabling them to return to work, fully participate in their communities, attend school, and provide for their families.
Gender equality in medical training is essential to bridging the global gap in surgical care. SkinCeuticals and ReSurge International aim to correct this imbalance by supporting women reconstructive surgeons in underserved parts of the world through leadership, technical training, and mentorship.
SkinCeuticals +
ReSurge International
Today, there are ONLY 3 WOMEN SURGEONS for every 1 million people in low-income countries, and they often face economic and cultural barriers to gaining acceptance in their field.
SkinCeuticals has partnered with ReSurge International to advance first-generation women reconstructive surgeons in underserved parts of the world. Together, we created the Pioneering Women in Reconstructive Surgery (PWRS) initiative to support these inspiring women through surgical training, leadership development and mentorship networking. Help the next generation of women surgeons break barriers, advance their careers, and transform lives around the world through life-altering reconstructive surgery.
Since 2017, the program has:- Trained 26 female reconstructive surgeons, including the first ever in seven countries.
- Equipped surgeons to treat an estimated 17,100 patients annually, with a projected lifetime impact of 10 million patients.
- Expanded access to surgical care for 5 billion people globally who lack it.
A Place at the
Operating Table
Pioneering Women in
Reconstructive Surgery
A Place at the Operating Table is an award-winning documentary short showcasing the inspiring story of Dr. Thandi Munaiwe and the other remarkable female surgeons in the Pioneering Women in Reconstructive Surgery (PWRS) Program. Learn how SkinCeuticals partnership with ReSurge International on this program is providing these heroes the resources they need to continue to break barriers, inspire others, and increase access to health for those who need it most.
2024 Hermes Creative Awards
Documentary and Corporate Image Categories
2024 Telly Awards
Silver in Documentary: Short Form, Advocacy & Causes, Corporate Social Responsibility and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Categories
How to Support PWRS
Donate Directly
Donate directly to the program at www.resurge.org/pwrs-donate/
Share Their Stories
Share the stories of other women who are transforming lives, and join the conversation by using the hashtag #WOMENSURGEONS in your social media posts.
Since 2017, SkinCeuticals has donated a minimum of $100,000 USD annually to ReSurge International to support the Pioneering
Women in Reconstructive Surgery (PWRS) Initiative. SkinCeuticals financial support of ReSurge International is not influenced by
the purchase of any SkinCeuticals product and ReSurge International does not endorse any SkinCeuticals product.
Women Leading PWRS Today
Dr. Thandiwe Munaiwa
Breast, Hand, and Aesthetic Surgery
Zimbabwe
Dr. Lucy Haregu
Craniofacial Surgery
Ethiopia
Dr. Vidhi Mehta
Breast, Hand, Microsurgery, Craniofacial, and Aesthetic Surgery
India
Dr. Kamana Thapa
Microsurgery and Burn Care
Nepal
Dr. Angela Penedo
Microsurgery and Burn Care
Mozambique
Dr. Hellina Legesse Mamo
Breast, Burn, and Aesthetic Surgery
Ethiopia
Dr. Trang Le
Craniofacial Surgery
Vietnam
Dr. Waruguru Wanjau
Craniofacial and Ortho-plastic Surgery
Kenya
Our Values
We are dedicated to providing quality skincare solutions while working to promote a more sustainable and equitable world.
