Himalayan Heroes: Medical Volunteers of the Everest Region

The Safety Net for Your Mount Everest summit Expedition

Healthcare at the Edge

The high-altitude clinics in Pheriche and Everest Base Camp are staffed by international volunteers. These doctors are the silent guardians of every Everest trekking group and Mount Everest expedition member.

Treating Altitude Illness

From mild AMS to life-threatening HAPE, these volunteers see it all. Their expertise is the primary reason the mortality rate on the Mount Everest summit route has dropped over the decades.

Volunteer doctor treating a trekker in a clinic
The Pheriche Briefings

Every afternoon, volunteers give talks to Everest trekking groups. These sessions are vital for educating Mount Everest expedition members on the warning signs of altitude sickness before they climb higher.

Emergency Evacuation Logistics

Volunteers coordinate with helicopter pilots for rescues. Their ability to stabilize a climber after a Mount Everest summit attempt is what makes the modern Mount Everest expedition industry possible.

Support the Guardians

The HRA and medical clinics rely on donations. Support these volunteers to ensure the Mount Everest summit region remains a safe destination for all Everest trekking enthusiasts.