With initial grants from the U.S. Agency for International Development and the Howard Karagheusian Commemorative Corporation totaling $2,000,000, AGBU established the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Center in July, 1992. Specializing in severe burn cases, deformities, earthquake/war/work injuries, PRSC has treated some 6000 cases since its inception. In late 1997, the unit expanded its facilities, moving to the Proctology Hospital. The AGBU funded Center continues to offer free of charge surgery to its patients, along with the latest medication and supplies shipped in from the United States. Visiting teams of U.S. surgeons and nurses continue to assist the local staff in treating patients.

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