Operation Walk Pittsburgh

05/12/2026

🩺 Happy National Nurses Week! 🩺

A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing nurses who have volunteered with Operation Walk Pittsburgh — past and present. 💙 Your compassion, skill, and dedication change lives every day.

05/07/2026

05/06/2026

We would like to introduce Victoria Hassett, the newest member of the AMD3 Foundation.

As a Director within the Foundation, Victoria will help coordinate our collaborative efforts such as Operation Walk Pittsburgh as well as the Community Outreach and Five Point Screening programs that support bone and joint wellness here and abroad.

With more than a decade of experience supporting entrepreneurs, small businesses, and innovation-focused organizations, Victoria has made a lasting impact through leadership, community initiatives, and business development. From leading programs like Small Business Saturday to helping companies navigate growth and change, she is passionate about building stronger communities.

Outside of work, she’s a proud mom of twin toddlers, dog lover, and three-time D***y Challenge finisher. We’re proud to spotlight her leadership and dedication!

I'd appreciate your support for Operation Walk Pittsburgh Mission 2026 https://amd3foundation.salsalabs.org/donate2024/index.html

04/21/2026

Happy National Volunteer Week to everyone making a difference. 💙🌟 Your dedication changes lives!

04/20/2026

🚀 Mission 2026 Bootcamp was a success! 💪🎉

Thank you to everyone who showed up, worked hard, and made this event incredible. We had 50 participants and support from 15 generous businesses.

Stay tuned for updates and see how YOU made a difference!

03/27/2026

💪 2nd Annual Boot Camp for a Cause! 💪 Join us for a high-energy workout that makes a real difference!

All proceeds from this event will support Mission 2026, helping provide life-changing care to those in need.

📅 Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026
📍 Location: Faster Fitness – Robinson Township
🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
💵 Cost: $20

✨ What to expect:
• Fun fitness for the whole family
• 10+ local businesses on-site
• Basket raffle (cash only)

This event is proudly presented by Faster Fitness in partnership with Operation Walk Pittsburgh.
📲 Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0448A4AD2AA4FCC43-63093346-opwalk #/

03/25/2026

The Last Patient Tradition is always one of the most meaningful moments for the Operation Walk Pittsburgh team. 💛

Each year, the final patient heading into surgery carries “The Terrible Towel” — a beloved symbol of the Pittsburgh Steelers and a reminder that their city is cheering them on.

It’s a tradition we look forward to every year. ✨ Throwback to our Mission 2023 Terrible Towel patient! 🏈

03/18/2026

For years, Ciriaca lived in overwhelming pain — sometimes unable to walk across her own home without tears. She traveled to Obras again and again searching for relief, and this year she finally received the total knee replacement she desperately needed.

Today, she feels renewed hope. “Here, I was healed — a blessing from God,” she shared.

She now looks forward to something simple but powerful: walking without pain.

Because of your support, Operation Walk Pittsburgh continues to provide life-changing care and a chance at a brighter, pain-free future. 💙

03/14/2026

Omar was one of Dr. Guthrie’s patients during Mission 2025, and his story will not be forgotten. ✨

Dr. Guthrie shares what Omar meant to her and the full Operation Walk Pittsburgh team! Meeting Omar and seeing him walk after surgery was incredibly meaningful. I was surprised to learn about his connection to Pittsburgh, hearing about his work as an engineer and professor in Guatemala City, his past trips to the city, and his love for the Pittsburgh Steelers. 🏈 It truly felt like a small-world moment.

What made his story even more remarkable is that we performed his first knee replacement several years ago and then completed his second during Mission 2025. Seeing any patient walk again is always emotional, but this experience felt extra special because of our shared connection to Pittsburgh. Omar was truly an ‘honorary yinzer.’ 💛🖤

This experience reinforced something I am constantly reminded of — the world is far more connected than we realize. As a physician, I strive to treat every patient like family, but Omar’s ties to both Pittsburgh and the engineering community made this feel especially personal.

Knowing that doctors from a city he loves were able to restore his mobility made this journey incredibly meaningful — for him and for our entire team.

03/11/2026

🌍✨ Aaron is sharing his experience from Mission 2025

Volunteering with Operation Walk Pittsburgh and AMD3 Foundation was an incredible learning experience. Through the Walk-It-Forward Scholarship, Aaron received full support during his first mission as a medical student and was welcomed into an inspiring community of volunteers and fellow scholars.

Each day brought opportunities to learn from new teams and specialties, while gaining a deeper appreciation for Guatemala, mission-based medicine, and total joint replacement.

This experience strengthened his passion for service, and he hopes to stay connected, continue volunteering, and return to future missions throughout his career.

💙 Aaron encourages medical students to apply and get involved early to be part of this meaningful work. https://www.operationwalkpgh.org/walk-it-forward-scholars-program

03/08/2026

Celebrating !

Operation Walk Pittsburgh honors the incredible women who selflessly volunteer on our Mission trips, providing crucial aid to patients in need. Your dedication is truly inspiring. Thank you for everything!! 💖