Dr. Robert Schwartz, Founder Northeast VOSH

The success of this year's mission and every previous mission over the past fourteen years is due in large part to the man who had the vision to start Maryland VOSH, which has evolved into Northeast VOSH.  Dr. Robert Schwartz of Annapolis, Maryland, USA founded this chapter in 1986 with the mission of giving vision and health to people in need.  Over the years, over 40,000 people have been seen by this Chapter of VOSH.

This year's mission to La Concha, Nicaragua is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Schwartz.  He couldn't be there in person but he inspired us all to give the best care conceivable. 

Dr Schwartz wrote the mission summaries featured in our VOSH history section.

The Bob Schwartz scholarship trust has been created from the generous donations of many VOSH members and supporters.  Proceeds from this fund will pay for the air travel costs for one student optometrist per year.  The fund is open for continuing contributions.

2008 Nandaime | 2007 Monimbo | 2006 Nandasmo | 2005 Catarina | 2005 Mus | 2004 Nindiri | 2003 Jinotepe | 2002 Ticuantepe | 2001 Monimbo | 2000 La Concepción | 1999 Masatepe | 1998 Niquinohomo | 1997 Lake Yohoa | 1996 Jutiapa | 1995 Omoa | 1994 Vera Paz | 1993 Coatepeque | 1993 Salama | 1992 Chimeltenango | 1991 Chichicastenango | 1990 Comayagua | 1989 San Manuel | 1988 Omoa | 1987 Santa Rosa

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