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Operation Walk New York: Bringing Mobility and Hope to Underserved Communities In this episode of Good News York, Mike Brindisi visits Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists to meet the team behind Operation Walk New York, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing free hip and knee replacements to underserved patients. The discussion features insights from team members Kim Murray, Vinnie Marino, Amelia Cerio, and Jim Colon, who share the organization’s history, the planning and logistics involved in their medical missions, and the profound impact on the communities they serve, specifically focusing on their recent mission to Ghana. The episode highlights the importance of Operation Walk’s work in improving quality of life for patients through mobility, and the team’s dedication to overcoming challenges related to funding, logistics, and cultural barriers. The episode also showcases the inspirational stories of patients and the unwavering commitment of volunteers, making a compelling case for public support and involvement. 00:00 Welcome to Good News York 00:18 Meet the Team at Syracuse Orthopedic Specialists 00:44 Introduction to Operation Walk New York 02:15 Operation Walk’s Origins and Mission 04:32 Planning and Logistics of Medical Missions 07:57 Challenges and Rewards of International Missions 12:48 Impact and Stories from Ghana 25:11 Support and Collaboration with SOS 33:25 Pre-Screening and Patient Selection 34:41 Challenges in the Screening Clinic 35:59 Cultural Exchange and Gratitude 37:29 Future Missions and Support 40:16 Introduction to the Samaritan Center 43:56 Daily Meal Program and Community Support 50:36 Case Management and Outreach 51:44 My Place Program and Basic Needs Distribution 56:56 Volunteer Support and Community Involvement 01:00:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

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