Mission Doctors Association

10/23/2026

You pause before entering the exam room—another long day, another patient waiting. In that moment, how do you bring your faith into your work?

Mission Doctors Association’s free guide offers five simple, practical ways Catholic healthcare professionals can weave faith into daily practice—whether in a busy hospital, small clinic, or on mission abroad.

See Christ in every patient. Bring prayer into your care. Live out the healing mission of the Church.

Download your free copy today and carry your Catholic faith into your vocation wherever you serve.
https://www.missiondoctors.org/five-ways-catholic.../

10/21/2026

Please join us in welcoming Bill Torbey to the Mission Doctors Association team as our new Office Manager and Development Associate! 🎉

If you have attended our Heart for the World Gala, you may have met Billy already. He has volunteered with the gala since 2018, and we are delighted that he is now joining us on staff.

Billy brings a background in hospitality, guest services, and administration, along with a deep appreciation for service and relationship-building. He is excited to bring his organizational skills and collaborative spirit to our work supporting missionary physicians and underserved communities.

When he is not at the office, Bill enjoys hiking, spending time in nature, and exploring new places.

Welcome, Billy! We are so grateful you are here. 🙏

10/21/2026

Looking for a Catholic speaker for your parish or community group?

Mission Doctors offers passionate speakers—doctors, staff, and returned missioners—ready to share stories of faith, healing, and Catholic service around the world.

Whether for a parish event, Catholic school, Knights of Columbus meeting, or women’s group, we’d love to connect!

Reach out to [email protected] to learn more or schedule a speaker.

Mission Doctors Association offers passionate speakers—doctors, staff, and returned missionaries—ready to share stories of faith, healing, and Catholic service around the world.

10/19/2026

A WHO report found that 70% of surveyed countries are experiencing major disruptions from recent cuts to international aid. From maternal care to malaria treatment, vital services are at risk—especially in the most vulnerable communities.

But amidst the crisis, Mission Doctors are there.
Catholic doctors serving with MDA continue providing life-saving care in many of the countries most affected—offering not just treatment, but hope.

Thank you for standing with us in support of healthcare that reaches the most remote corners of our world.

10/16/2026

Thinking about mission service but not sure where to begin? 🙏

Join us February 19-21, 2027, at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles for our Retreat Seminar. Meet returned Mission Doctors, get answers about licensing, visas, and insurance, and take time for prayer and discernment.

Hundreds of healthcare professionals have made this weekend a turning point. Join us and take the next step in discerning your call to mission.

10/14/2026

Who is “Of Blessed Memory” in your life? 🕯️

This All Souls' Day, we invite you to submit the name of someone you love and miss. We will pray for them at a special Mass, and their names will stay on the altar all month long.

Submit a name today https://www.missiondoctors.org/all-souls-day/

10/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Annual Mass for Healthcare Professionals. 🤲

Together with the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, we gathered at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels to give thanks for those who care for others in hospitals, clinics, labs, and homes, and to offer the Blessing of the Hands.

It is a privilege to pray for the healers who serve here at home and for our missionary doctors, dentists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who serve in Africa and Latin America.

If you couldn’t be with us, the recording is available now: https://www.youtube.com/live/ccy8q4VI8KU

Thank you for the care you give. We continue to pray for you.

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Mission Doctors Association invi...

10/11/2026

Today is the day we say thank you. 🤲

To everyone who cares for others in a hospital, a clinic, a lab, or at home: this Mass is for you. At 3:30 PM Pacific, the Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Mission Doctors Association celebrate the Annual Mass for Healthcare Professionals, including the Blessing of the Hands.

Join us in person at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, or watch the livestream from home, your break room, or wherever you are. If you’re online, keep your hands open in prayer and receive the blessing with the community.

Watch live: https://www.youtube.com/live/ccy8q4VI8KU

Thank you for the care you give. We are praying for you today.

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles and Mission Doctors Association invi...

10/09/2026

Mission Doctor Peter Meade is serving at Bongolo Hospital in Gabon, providing life-saving surgical care as a general surgeon and training local staff.

Please keep him and his patients in your prayers as they work to bring hope and healing to their community.

10/08/2026

Today is DAF Day, and we're grateful for the friends who give through donor-advised funds. 🙏

If you have a DAF, you can recommend a grant to Mission Doctors Association today to help us send and support Catholic physicians, dentists, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants serving families in Africa and Latin America.

It's simple: search for "Mission Doctors Association" in your DAF provider's portal (EIN: 95-6110132).

Thank you for making the mission possible.