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Since 2012, Rwanda Legacy of Hope has been conducting a volunteering medical mission in Rwanda, bringing specialist surgeons from Europe to train local doctors, general practitioners, and residents in performing hernia repairs using mesh for the first time in the country. From 2012 to 2024, Rwanda Legacy of Hope has trained 330 individuals in hernia repair local doctors, general practitioners, and residents using mesh across 14 hospitals and operated 6000 patients. After completing the training, each local doctor received a CPD certificate.