8,000+
patients treated
2000+
hours volunteered
6+
medical missions
Around the world
70% of Vein Conditions in Low-Income Areas Go Undiagnosed & Untreated
Our Mission
WHAT Cares is a dedicated non-profit committed to delivering vital medical care and education to underserved regions worldwide. Our mission is to ensure every community receives the care and knowledge they deserve. We go beyond conventional aid by providing essential medical equipment and resources, fortifying healthcare infrastructure. Through educational programs, mission trips, and strategic partnerships with skilled physicians, we cultivate a legacy of healing and brighter futures for all.
Empowering Communities Worldwide
W.h.a.t we provide
VEIN CARE
Varicose veins, caused by weak valves, lead to symptoms like pain and swelling. Severe cases can result in leg ulcers—painful, open sores on the lower legs due to poor circulation. Our nonprofit is dedicated to providing treatment and support for individuals suffering from these conditions.
SERVICE
Honduras Vein Week, sponsored by HHPF, is an annual mission uniting volunteers to provide essential care in Honduras. We focus on treating venous diseases through medical interventions, education, and advocacy. Dr. McHutchison and T. Zimmerman play key roles in establishing year-round follow-up clinics for severe leg ulcer patients.
MEDICAL EDUCATION
Committed to advancing global medical care, Dr. Bui and A. Greenberg enhance vascular care in Vietnam, emphasizing local physician training. Partnering with Cho Ray, we hold seminars, perform cases, and promote educational exchanges. With Dignity Health, we aim to extend initiatives across specialties, empowering healthcare providers.
DONATIONS
Our missions in Vietnam and Honduras involve donating time and supplies alongside medical expertise. We believe in collective support, and your donations are crucial for providing urgent care to individuals with debilitating leg ulcers. Join us in making a meaningful impact.
Our work
Across the Globe
Honduras
Honduras Vein Week, sponsored by the Hackett Hemwell Patterson Foundation every March, treats over 1,500 Honduran patients suffering from varicose veins and related leg ulcers. While the mission primarily addresses venous ulcers, many patients also suffer from severe tropical ulcers that require ongoing wound care. Dr. McHutchison and T. Zimmerman, RVT, worked to educate physicians and expand care for these non-venous ulcers. In collaboration with the WHAT medical team, the Honduran Red Cross, and other partners, they established year-round access to wound care and supplies, improving patients' healing, pain relief, and quality of life.
1500+ Treatments Annually
50+ Years of Establishment
40 Category 1 CME Hours
Partnered with Hackett Hemwell Patterson Foundation
Providing lifesaving care and education
Vietnam
Through dedicated educational exchanges, Dr. Hao Bui has made strides in enhancing vascular care in Vietnam. Partnering with Cho Ray Hospital's vascular department, the country's largest hospital with over three thousand beds, we conduct annual seminars, hands-on procedures, and reciprocal exchanges for Vietnamese surgeons to gain U.S. experience. Now, collaborating with Dignity Health, we aim to expand these educational initiatives across various specialties, steadily advancing healthcare accessibility.