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Read MoreThe Faculty of the David Nott Foundation recently returned from its latest mission to Nakura, Kenya (just a short ride from the capital Nairobi) where itdelivered its latest Hostile Environment Surgical Training course. Graciously hosted by Egerton University and COESCSA, the Faculty delivered training to 24 surgeons and...
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May 8, 2019 / In the Media, PressDavid Nott in conversation with Sarah Montague
Read MoreOn the evening of the 30th April, David was joined in conversation with the BBC’s Sarah Montague at the Saatchi Gallery to discuss his new book, War Doctor. He was sharing stories of his work around the world in war zones and why he and Elly set up the...
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April 30, 2019 / Blog, In the MediaMelanie Feldman runs the London Marathon
Read MoreHuge congratulations to Melanie Feldman who ran the London Marathon in April. She completed the 26.2 mile race in an impressive 5 hours and 41 minutes. We are very grateful for her hard work raising funds along the way. Melanie shares her story below: “The London Marathon is an...
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April 28, 2019 / Blog, In the MediaThe Devizes to Westminster Canoe Marathon
Read MoreA little over 35 hours is how long it took David Burton and Mattie Morgan to paddle 125 miles from Devizes in Wiltshire to Westminster in central London – a hugely demanding and impressive feat. We are incredibly grateful for their dedication to the Foundation. David shares their story...
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April 23, 2019 / Blog, NewsletterSTAE Course April 2019
Read MoreOne of the key missions of this foundation is to provide specialist training to doctors and surgeons who would otherwise be unable to afford it. Our STAE courses help to meet this aim. These courses equip surgeons with specialist skills in how to work in conflict and disaster zones....
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Read MoreIn early March 2019, we ran a surgical mission to Lebanon with Syria Relief to support Syrian and Palestinian refugees living in refugee camps. The work done by the teams involved everything from repair of blast injuries from conflict to skin grafts for burns, as well as more routine...
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Read MoreWe’re proud to have trained over 600 doctors since we started in 2015. Our training equips them with the specialist medical skills they need to work in war and disaster zones. Critically, these skills enable more lives to be saved. Help us save even more by donating via the...
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Read MoreOn 11th March 2019, David appeared as a featured guest on the BBC Radio 4 programme, ‘Start the Week,’ discussing his work in conflict zones He tells Kirsty Wark how a combination of bravery, compassion and the thrill of danger inspired him to risk his life helping others. Entitled...
