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Dr. Shir, of Kabul's University Eye Hospital is training 15 ophthalmology residents but lacks essential supplies. This hinders both resident training and patient operations. Specifically, advanced screening and treatment for severe cases cannot be offered. Furthermore, more surgical kits for hospitals and clinics are needed to make eye surgeries affordable for low-income individuals.

We support Dr. Shir's work in Afghanistan by providing cataract surgery supplies, equipment, and training. He teaches hundreds of resident doctors at Kabul University to care for the poor, performing surgeries and distributing glasses to thousands of people.
Immediate Needs:
• Advanced screening and treatment for severe cases.
• More surgical kits for hospitals and clinics to make eye surgeries affordable for low-income individuals.
Addressing these gaps will improve access to eye care and reduce preventable blindness in Uganda.

Kabul:
Kabul University of Medical Sciences
with Dr. Shir Mohammad Amirzad

Our Partner

very needed prescription glasses for children

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Afghanistan
Annual
Report 2025

SURGERIES PERFORMED:
3,201

PATIENTS SCREENED:
62,173

GLASSES DONATED:
5,842

OUTREACHES:
24

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Stories from the field

1,500 patients can now afford eye surgery

Dr. Shir and his team in Afghanistan were thrilled to receive essential surgery supplies to assist over 1500 people! They focus on treating low-income patients with bilateral cataracts and other eye issues, bridging the accessibility gap in the community.
Dr. Shir's Inspiring Solution in Challenging Times

Despite the Taliban taking over the University Eye Hospital in Kabul, Afghanistan, Dr. Shir recently opened a new eye clinic in Nimruz to attend to women, children, and men, defying the government's restrictions. To support his efforts, CharityVision donated an A/B scan, enabling him to diagnose retinal detachment, tumors, and other disorders. Doctors underwent training last week to learn how to use the equipment properly.
Dr. Shir's unwavering dedication and commitment to his patients is a true inspiration in the face of adversity.
Fighting For Afghan Women in Vision

Dr. Shir, our partner in Afghanistan, expressed profound gratitude for your generous support. He said:
"This month, the government reduced the salary of all female state employees by two-thirds. We are grateful to CharityVision for contributing a stipend to our women staff that allows them to provide for their families."
Empowering Women In Vision

Over 100 female medical students from Kabul Medical University, whose studies were disrupted two years ago due to the Taliban, are now allowed to intern at KUMS hospital thanks to Dr. Shir's focus on practical and teaching programs.