Austin Samaritans

Austin Samaritans is dedicated to improving the human condition in God's Larger World. Through collaboration with churches, non-profits, and organizations of benevolence, we connect resources & talent to the needs of people in the areas of health, education, and rescue.

News

TCMS Spotlights Doty

The Travis County Medical Society spotlighted Austin Samaritans' Founder and Executive Director, Dr. John Doty in their summer newsletter.

In the article, which is distributed to thousands of Central Texas physicians, Dr. Doty recounts the historical backdrop that led to the formation of Austin Samaritans in 2007. Dr. Doty explains the reasons why he stepped away from his oncology practice to lend his full-time efforts to Austin Samaritans.

The TCMS Article Austin Oncologist Moves His Fight Against Cancer to the Developing World begins on page 10.

  • 31 Mar 2010
Sponsor a Child - Change a Life.
CHILD SPONSORSHIP is the one of the best ways to support Austin Samaritans. Sponsorship levels begin at $25/month and provide school supplies and meals for children who might otherwise go without. more...
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AUSTIN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION in partnership with Austin Samaritans, provides a means to donate online to Austin Samaritans. All major credit cards accepted. more...
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WATCH OUR VIDEO and learn more about the Austin Samaritan ministries in Nicaragua. We reach out to assist Nicaraguans in Mind, Body, and Soul.
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AUSTIN SAMARITANS TEAMS UP each year with churches around Austin to visit Nicaragua and Guatemala. Travel with us and feel the joy of reaching out and helping those so desperately in need. more...
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Photo Galleries

Current Pulperia at CCP Procedure table, Soon to be Replaced
Exam Table Shipped to FOG Learning to Use CanReg 5

Nicaragua 2010.2

In August of 2010, Austin Samaritans visited Colegio Cristiano Presbiteriano school classrooms in the Barrio Hialeah de Managua, and toured the school's expansion site.

We also met with representatives from Fundación Ortiz Gurdian who maintain the cancer registry (CANREG 5) for Nicaragua. Many of the chemotherapy medicines and supplies on hand were given to the cancer center by Austin Samaritans' generous donations.

Westlake Hills Prebyterian Team at Casa Esperanza Duplex Sponosred by First Presbyterian Hilton Head
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Nicaragua 2010.1

In June of 2010, Austin Samaritans joined a family-oriented visit to Nicaragaua organized by Westlake Hills Presbyterian Church.

We visited the Colegio Cristiano Presbiteriano school, learned about CEPAD, helped paint a home, and visited with the residents of Casa Base de Salud.

Dennis Ellis at Casa Esperanza Visit to Colegio Cristiano la Esperanza in la Chureca
Ron and Peggy Gentry at Vida Nueva Sandino Statue

Nicaragua 2009.2

In October of 2009, Austin Samaritans visited several of our medical and educational collegues in and around Managua.

We delivered Cancer Care Kits to the Hospital Berta Calderon, visited and met the team at Casa Esperanza and Colegio Cristiano Presbiteriano school. Several members participated in a painting project, and others taught a sewing class to young Nicaraguans.