Bringing Healthcare to Venezuela's Remote Regions

Since January 2026, Proyecto Mayu has continued its mission of providing free, specialized healthcare to remote regions of Venezuela, staffed by medical and dental students. This trimester, we returned to Adícora, Falcón, a community we hadn't visited in six years.

Returning to Adícora in April was powerful. Many familiar faces were waiting for us. Some of the children we had treated had grown, and some patients were managing chronic conditions with the tools we had provided years ago. This is what sustained impact looks like: relationships that endure, health trajectories that shift over time, and a community that remembers.

During our visit, we offered the following medical and dental specialties: internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, dermatology, clinical laboratory science, psychiatry, psychology, pediatric dentistry, oral surgery, and general dentistry. We delivered 2,847 consultations to 658 patients. 

Beyond clinical care, 353 community members directly benefited from our educational workshops, gaining practical knowledge to support their long-term health. 

We also collected 397 blood samples for our new research on lipid profiles and Lipoprotein(a) levels in rural Venezuelan populations, generating epidemiological data that will inform cardiovascular disease prevention strategies throughout the region.

As we build momentum toward 2026, we're energized by the path ahead. Our upcoming missions, including preparations for La Marroquina in Yaracuy, demonstrate our dedication to expanding our reach and deepening our impact. This work is made possible through the support and partnership of GlobalGiving and our collaborators. With your help, we continue to transform the lives of Venezuelans in need by providing quality care to those who need it most. As we prepare for the missions ahead, we remain deeply grateful for your unwavering support and for being part of our journey.

From October through December, Proyecto Mayu marked a powerful conclusion to a monumental year, our 10th anniversary. Rather than words, this milestone was defined by decisive action, as our teams delivered comprehensive care to the remote community of Apostaderos and returned to the familiar and welcoming shores of Chuspa. Most significantly, this trimester saw us reach a historic peak: 15,000 patients treated over the past decade. 

In October, Proyecto Mayu reached a new milestone, crossing the sea to Nueva Esparta. During an intense 80-hour mission, our team delivered 2,263 consultations to 612 residents in Apostaderos and hard-to-reach areas like Las Salinas, Macanao, and La Asunción. These services spanned 10 distinct specialties, including pediatrics, gynecology, oral surgery, psychiatry, internal medicine, bioanalysis, dentistry, dermatology, ophthalmology, and otorhinolaryngology.

Clinical observations in Apostaderos reveal hypertension as the primary adult concern and allergic rhinitis as the leading pediatric diagnosis. Additionally, widespread dental issues highlight a critical need for restorative care and hygiene education

Our visit to Apostaderos also symbolizes a pivotal transition for Proyecto Mayu. For the first time in our 10-year history, we provided 400 patients with free hematology exams and lipid profile screening as part of our new research initiative, which focuses on analyzing lipid profiles, specifically Lipoprotein(a), within rural Venezuelan communities. This achievement embodies our commitment to generating valuable epidemiological data and deepening our model of comprehensive cardiovascular care.

Our final mission of the year took place in the coastal community of Chuspa, La Guaira. By providing 1,398 consultations across 10 specialties, ranging from internal medicine, pediatrics, OB-GYN, endocrinology, ophthalmology, otorhinolaryngology, psychology, to oral surgery, general dentistry and pediatric dentistry; we treated a total of 515 patients. Returning to recurring communities is deeply fulfilling; beyond the privilege of monitoring the evolution of long-term treatments, we witnessed the tangible growth of our footprint. This year, we achieved a 16.5% increase in patient reach (+73 people) and an 8% rise in total consultations (+104) compared to our previous visit.

We also brought back our Heart Program, which brings care right to the patient’s door. By visiting them at home and providing necessary medications, we help keep chronic conditions in check. The results show it’s working: 80% and 66.6% of our patients are hitting their health targets, proving that making care easy to access really does save lives.

As we reflect on a decade of impact, these final missions stand as a testament of the sustained compassion that defines our journey .Now, that same energy fuels our path toward 2026, our biggest year yet. The future is bright, and we’re just getting started.