Telemedicine Opportunities for Ukraine
Since the start of Russia’s war on Ukraine, Ukraine’s healthcare system has been put under tremendous pressure. As a result, UMANA has formed partnerships with telemedicine initiatives to support Ukrainians. Remote volunteering and donation options are listed below.
Doctor Online
A Ukrainian telemedicine company and web platform, Doctor Online employs Ukrainian doctors and provides free consultations to Ukrainians via text or video-based consultations. Since the start of the war, they’ve provided free consultations to over 100,000 Ukrainians and counting.
They’re looking for:
Funds to continue to employ doctors to provide this free service for Ukrainians displaced or otherwise unable to reach healthcare facilities
How to get involved:
The UMANA Foundation has made a donation, and you can too. Donate directly here, or through their partner, HealthTech Without Borders, here.
HealthTech Without Borders
Health Tech Without Borders is a global non-profit that supports communities affected by humanitarian emergencies. They were founded in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
They’re looking for:
- Ukrainian/Russian-speaking psychologists / psychiatrists
- Healthcare professionals who can provide medical translation in Ukrainian
- Clinical/Digital Health experts who are willing to contribute to creating educational content (any medical specialty, English or Ukrainian)
How to get involved: If any of these initiatives interest you, email wehelp@htwb.org. To learn more, check their website, LinkedIn, or other social media accounts: @HealthTechWB
Telehelp Ukraine
TeleHelp Ukraine provides free quality medical and mental health support to Ukrainians affected by the war through telemedicine services from a global network of clinicians, interpreters, and volunteers with a focus on patient advocacy and care coordination.
They’re looking for: Ukrainian- and/or Russian-speaking doctors and translators to provide free consultations to Ukrainian patients in-need.
How to get involved: Visit their website or sign up to volunteer here. Please reach out to info@telehelpukraine.com with any questions.
