On Wednesday, September 10th, Operation Walk Angels gathered for their annual luncheon. The afternoon was filled with friendship, collaboration, and the celebration of Operation Walk and its mission to restore mobility. The co-medical director, John Kumar, MD, greeted the angels, while the board president, Paul Gilbert, MD, shared an update on their 2025 mission to Cuba and plans for 2026. Guest speaker Sarah Charon, MBA, RD, provided valuable insights on healthy eating, hydration, and maintaining a balanced diet.

 

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who made our Angel Luncheon a resounding success. Marilyn Dorr, the event organizer and host, ensured the event went smoothly. Marion Moser and Ana Vasquez assisted in checking in our guests, while Paulina Andujo, RN, Julie Anderson, RN, and Cami Ward managed our raffle. Pablo Ortega documented the event, capturing every moment. Your contributions made this afternoon truly special.

 

We would like to extend a heartfelt shout-out to our donors, including Jeri Ward, RN; Russell Cohen, MD; John Kumar, MD; Julie Anderson, RN; Sharron Whiteley, RN; Paulina Andujo, RN; Nan Rae; Bark Box; The Huntington Library and Botanical Gardens; Kendra Scott; and Cami Ward. A special thank you to volunteer Roshy Khorsand for helping us find sponsors and get such fabulous items for this fundraiser. We appreciate your hard work and dedication! This combined effort and giving of generous donations made the raffle a resounding success, and we are incredibly thankful for their support.

 

We extend our deepest appreciation to all our Angels who attended our luncheon. Your presence and dedication are truly special and form the foundation of our mission to restore mobility.

 

If you’re interested in joining our group, it’s not too late. Together, we can make a difference by helping Operation Walk change lives through joint replacement surgery. Sign up below to become an angel today.