WHO Global Initiative for Emergency and Essential Surgery

The WHO Global Initiative for Emergency and Essential Surgery aims to improve access to safe, timely, and affordable surgical care across the world, especially in low-resource settings. It focuses on strengthening health systems so that essential surgeries—like emergency operations, trauma care, and childbirth—are available to all. By setting standards, providing training, and supporting infrastructure, the initiative helps reduce unnecessary deaths and disabilities caused by lack of necessary surgical services, ultimately enhancing overall health and resilience in communities.