Washington, D.C.

Syrian American Doctors Save Lives in Ukraine

15 March 2022

Syrian Americans are in Ukraine to provide support for the Ukrainian people

The American Coalition for Syria (ACS) is proud to announce that Dr. Zaher Sahloul, board member of ACS and president of MedGlobal has traveled to Ukraine to provide medical support for Ukrainians as they face Putin’s brutality. Joining MedGlobal on the ground is the Union of Medical Care and Relief Organizations-USA (UOSSM) under the leadership of Dr. Monzer Yazji. Both MedGlobal and UOSSM are Syrian American-led non-profits using their experience in deploying Syrian doctors around the world for humanitarian and medical missions.

“It is heartbreaking to witness the destruction of Ukrainian cities, and its people forced to flee for their lives as Russia bombs them from the skies and with artillery. As a Syrian American, I have seen families torn apart by the violence of Putin and Assad over the last seven years. Seeing the destroyed buildings and children injured by Russian weapons brought to mind images from my medical missions to Syria. As Syrian Americans, it is our job to stand in solidarity with all people seeking freedom and democracy. Right now our Ukrainian brothers and sisters need our help, and we will answer their call.”

said Dr. Zaher Sahloul

Democratic reform, human rights, and justice are core tenets of the work and mission of ACS. As the organization continues to call upon the international community to remain united and forceful against autocrats and dictators who oppress their people with impunity, they also call upon those who can contribute their skills, hearts, and minds to respond to the immediate needs of the Ukrainian people.

Jenny Lindell

Associate Director of Advocacy and Communications

The American Coalition for Syria (ACS) is a coalition of U.S. organizations supporting principled U.S. policies on Syria that uphold democratic reform, human rights, and justice.