OUR WORK & PROGRAMS
At Project Flamingo, we believe that everyone deserves access to timely, compassionate & holistic care, regardless of their circumstances. Our programs are focused on the most vulnerable parts of the patient journey, and we work within the existing infrastructure of the Public Healthcare system.
CATCH-UP SURGERIES
We provide catch-up breast cancer surgeries at five public hospitals that we’ve partnered with in the Western & Eastern Cape in order to help more patients access timely care. Our teams of volunteer surgeons & anaesthetists, together with nursing staff perform these surgeries on selected Saturdays using existing hospital infrastructure.
HEALTH SYSTEM STRENGHTENING
In order to boost existing infrastructure and ensure timely diagnosis we pay for additional specialists at the Groote Schuur Breast Unit, maintain essential equipment like ultrasound machines & our online booking system helps with improved access. In addition, we provide training and educational opportunities for specialists-in-training and medical students.
PATIENT SUPPORT PROGRAM
Holistic care goes beyond surgery. We provide every newly diagnosed patient with a Pamper Pack (a hand-made toiletry bag filled with personal care essentials like body lotion, lip balm & beauty products) to keep their feminine spirits alive. And we support needy chemotherapy patients with food parcels when they receive treatment.
