Business Details
43 Years
experience
Free Medical Care for Underserved Communities Worldwide
Aloha Medical Mission has dedicated over four decades to delivering free healthcare to medically underserved populations in Hawaii and globally. Founded in 1983 by Drs. Ramon Sy and Ernesto Espaldon, our organization began with cleft-lip surgeries in the Philippines and has expanded to include gynecology, dentistry, orthopedics, and reconstructive surgery. We collaborate with local governments and healthcare providers to address critical needs in Asia, the Pacific Rim, and beyond. Our volunteer teams of medical professionals and non-medical personnel perform thousands of procedures annually, prioritizing sustainability and cultural respect.In Hawaii, we established the state's first free dental clinic and continue to serve homeless and uninsured communities through partnerships with local health centers. Our mission emphasizes training local physicians, donating medical supplies, and fostering long-term healthcare solutions through initiatives like our Nepal surgical programs and Bangladesh multiservice clinic. Transparency in operations and community-driven approaches remain central to our work, ensuring patients receive life-changing care without financial burden.
Services
Gynecology
Dentistry
General Surgery
Orthopedic Surgery
Plastic Surgery
Urology
Head and Neck Surgery
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We have 40+ years of experience providing free medical care in underserved regions
- Our volunteer teams include specialty-trained surgeons and medical professionals
- We operate in 15+ countries with sustainable, locally-partnered healthcare solutions
- We've performed over 36,000 life-changing procedures since 1983
- Our programs combine immediate care with long-term medical infrastructure development
What people say
Life-changing surgery
Compassionate care
Free medical access
Skilled surgeons
Sustainable impact
Services
Gynecology
Specialized care for women's health issues including uterine prolapse and reproductive system disorders. Our teams perform life-changing surgeries in regions with limited access to medical care. Services include diagnosis, surgical treatment, and post-operative care for complex gynecological conditions.
Dentistry
Comprehensive dental services addressing urgent oral health needs. We provide extractions, restorations, and preventive care to patients lacking access to dental treatment. Our Honolulu clinic served thousands before transitioning to Project Vision Hawaii in 2025.
General Surgery
Treatment of abdominal conditions, cyst removal, and other general surgical procedures. Our teams perform operations like ovarian cyst removal through minimally invasive techniques, enabling rapid recovery for patients in resource-limited settings.
Head and Neck Surgery
Specialized procedures for complex facial tumors and salivary gland conditions. Our surgeons perform delicate operations preserving facial nerve function, transforming patients' lives through tumor removal and reconstructive techniques.
Medical Missions
Organized medical expeditions delivering comprehensive care in underserved regions. We conduct biannual missions in Nepal and annual Philippines trips, collaborating with local partners to maximize impact through sustainable healthcare delivery models.
Questions
What areas does Aloha Medical Mission serve?
We operate in Hawaii and 15+ countries across Asia, the Pacific Rim, and South Asia including Nepal, Philippines, Bangladesh, and Myanmar.
What medical specialties do you offer?
Our teams provide gynecology, dentistry, general surgery, orthopedics, plastic surgery, urology, and head/neck surgery services during missions.
How are patients selected for treatment?
Local healthcare providers identify patients with urgent needs who cannot afford care, prioritizing conditions that significantly impact quality of life.
How can I support Aloha Medical Mission?
Support through donations funds medical supplies, volunteer travel, and program operations. We also accept equipment donations and volunteer applications.
Are your services truly free?
Yes, all medical care provided during our missions is completely free for patients, covering consultations, procedures, and follow-up care.
Reviews (7)
Sharae Dias
Oct 02, 2021
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Spoke to someone over the phone gave all my info said I would qualify with my daughter. Waited a week for the appointment drove down just for them to tell me we don't qualify. What a waste of time, why say over the phone that they could help.
B. Ran Is
Sep 13, 2020
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They were great, i just walked in and within 45 minutes saw the dentist and was able to get referred somewhere else, no more toothaches! THANK YOU GUYS SO MUCH!!!
Chantel Y.
Aug 21, 2020
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This is free dental clinic if you have no insurance or low income so quick and easy first visit I did exams second day came back for a cleaning my dental hygienist did a gentle cleaning and they gave me a small bag with a toothbrush,floss and toothpaste thank you Aloha medical mission dental clinic if you're having any pain they will take care of it right away !
Meredith B.
Mar 10, 2020
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I went to this free clinic in hawaii on vineyard years ago in 2014. this frankenstein asian dentist informed me that i needed a root canal!!!!!!!!!!!!!
he chipped at my teeth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
guess what!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
my new dentist informed me that i did not need a root canal at that time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
do not go to this free clinic unless you want to be slrewed over by a dishonest dentist!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
be forwarned!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
he chipped at my teeth!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
guess what!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
my new dentist informed me that i did not need a root canal at that time!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
do not go to this free clinic unless you want to be slrewed over by a dishonest dentist!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
be forwarned!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tracy Kapali
Feb 03, 2020
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I've ALWAYS had dental coverage, but my choice of work has me without dental coverage right now. Needless to say when I recently chipped a molar and was digging out any extra food that got stuck my anxiety was through the roof. I found this place from a Google search and I have to say the staff is AWESOME got two cavities filled and this is the first doctor that stuck me with a needle and I DID NOT feel it.
JoshuaSwiger
Dec 29, 2019
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They provide an excellent service to the community. If you need medical or dental care and don't have insurance, call them. They will either provide care at no cost or refer you to a low-cost clinic.
Malofou Malaeulu
Dec 25, 2019
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I was in so much pain for root canal cost from kalihi palama health center went to aloha and everyone was so friendly nice worker even the doctors thank you guys so much now I'm pain free got my root canal fixed I prefer you to go here I'm going in for cleaning next week free clinic very affordable
