Operation Walk Los Angeles
@opwalkla.bsky.social
Operation Walk Los Angeles is a volunteer organization providing knee and hip replacements to patients in need. We work together to change the world, one surgery at a time.
Save the Date!
May 16th will be our 30th Anniversary Gala at Annandale Golf Club. The celebration begins at 5:00 PM.
Stay tuned for more details as they drop!
#opwalkis30
May 16th will be our 30th Anniversary Gala at Annandale Golf Club. The celebration begins at 5:00 PM.
Stay tuned for more details as they drop!
#opwalkis30
January 30, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Save the Date!
May 16th will be our 30th Anniversary Gala at Annandale Golf Club. The celebration begins at 5:00 PM.
Stay tuned for more details as they drop!
#opwalkis30
May 16th will be our 30th Anniversary Gala at Annandale Golf Club. The celebration begins at 5:00 PM.
Stay tuned for more details as they drop!
#opwalkis30
Our primary focus is teaching implant surgery techniques to surgeons in the host country. But for the best patient outcomes, there are so many others we also need to educate: patients, family members, nursing and OR staff, and physical therapists, just to name a few!
#FridayFacts
#FridayFacts
January 30, 2026 at 1:45 PM
Our primary focus is teaching implant surgery techniques to surgeons in the host country. But for the best patient outcomes, there are so many others we also need to educate: patients, family members, nursing and OR staff, and physical therapists, just to name a few!
#FridayFacts
#FridayFacts
Wishing all of our Physician Anesthesiologists a very happy week! Thank you for all you do to help us provide excellent patient care and to restore mobility here in the United States and around the world.
#physiciananesthesiologistsweek
#physiciananesthesiologistsweek
January 29, 2026 at 2:05 PM
Wishing all of our Physician Anesthesiologists a very happy week! Thank you for all you do to help us provide excellent patient care and to restore mobility here in the United States and around the world.
#physiciananesthesiologistsweek
#physiciananesthesiologistsweek
“You should either be like the candle that produces light or you live like mirror which reflects it. Pray for love; Sow love, Show love and Share love!”
― Israelmore Ayivor
It's the small gestures that make the largest and longest impact.
How will you change someone's life today?
#wednesdaywisdom
― Israelmore Ayivor
It's the small gestures that make the largest and longest impact.
How will you change someone's life today?
#wednesdaywisdom
January 28, 2026 at 1:08 PM
“You should either be like the candle that produces light or you live like mirror which reflects it. Pray for love; Sow love, Show love and Share love!”
― Israelmore Ayivor
It's the small gestures that make the largest and longest impact.
How will you change someone's life today?
#wednesdaywisdom
― Israelmore Ayivor
It's the small gestures that make the largest and longest impact.
How will you change someone's life today?
#wednesdaywisdom
To our patients, regaining their ability to move free from pain, to climb the stairs to their homes, to return to work, to play with their children and grandchildren....that is the mountain.
Our volunteers have been there to help them for 30 years, one step at a time.
#opwalkis30
Our volunteers have been there to help them for 30 years, one step at a time.
#opwalkis30
January 27, 2026 at 2:13 PM
To our patients, regaining their ability to move free from pain, to climb the stairs to their homes, to return to work, to play with their children and grandchildren....that is the mountain.
Our volunteers have been there to help them for 30 years, one step at a time.
#opwalkis30
Our volunteers have been there to help them for 30 years, one step at a time.
#opwalkis30
"When patients get these surgeries, they get their life back. They can go back to feeling productive as a part of society and a part of their family again."
Paul Gilbert, MD
Board President
Operation Walk Los Angeles
#Mobility4All
Paul Gilbert, MD
Board President
Operation Walk Los Angeles
#Mobility4All
January 26, 2026 at 1:47 PM
"When patients get these surgeries, they get their life back. They can go back to feeling productive as a part of society and a part of their family again."
Paul Gilbert, MD
Board President
Operation Walk Los Angeles
#Mobility4All
Paul Gilbert, MD
Board President
Operation Walk Los Angeles
#Mobility4All
"It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light." – Aristotle
Remember to see the good, we have to be the good.
Be kind to each other, today and always.
#SundayThoughts
Remember to see the good, we have to be the good.
Be kind to each other, today and always.
#SundayThoughts
January 25, 2026 at 2:33 PM
"It is during our darkest moments that we must focus to see the light." – Aristotle
Remember to see the good, we have to be the good.
Be kind to each other, today and always.
#SundayThoughts
Remember to see the good, we have to be the good.
Be kind to each other, today and always.
#SundayThoughts
Today is #NationalComplimentDay!
The power of a compliment is pretty remarkable. Giving or receiving one can boost your happiness, confidence and your view of the world. You never know when someone could use some good vibes, so spread the positivity by giving someone a reason to smile today 😊.
The power of a compliment is pretty remarkable. Giving or receiving one can boost your happiness, confidence and your view of the world. You never know when someone could use some good vibes, so spread the positivity by giving someone a reason to smile today 😊.
January 24, 2026 at 3:49 PM
Today is #NationalComplimentDay!
The power of a compliment is pretty remarkable. Giving or receiving one can boost your happiness, confidence and your view of the world. You never know when someone could use some good vibes, so spread the positivity by giving someone a reason to smile today 😊.
The power of a compliment is pretty remarkable. Giving or receiving one can boost your happiness, confidence and your view of the world. You never know when someone could use some good vibes, so spread the positivity by giving someone a reason to smile today 😊.
Today's #FlashbackFriday features our nurses in all their varying roles during our latest mission.
Working In the OR, PACU, with patients on the floor, assisting in Central Supply, translating, patient screening, or organizing our entire trip.....we couldn't restore mobility without them!
Working In the OR, PACU, with patients on the floor, assisting in Central Supply, translating, patient screening, or organizing our entire trip.....we couldn't restore mobility without them!
January 23, 2026 at 2:22 PM
Today's #FlashbackFriday features our nurses in all their varying roles during our latest mission.
Working In the OR, PACU, with patients on the floor, assisting in Central Supply, translating, patient screening, or organizing our entire trip.....we couldn't restore mobility without them!
Working In the OR, PACU, with patients on the floor, assisting in Central Supply, translating, patient screening, or organizing our entire trip.....we couldn't restore mobility without them!
#ThursdayThoughts
“We change the world a little each day with our kindness.”
~ Tom Giaquinto
Kindness is realizing we are all in this together. Take the time to make today better for someone today. ❤️
“We change the world a little each day with our kindness.”
~ Tom Giaquinto
Kindness is realizing we are all in this together. Take the time to make today better for someone today. ❤️
January 22, 2026 at 3:23 PM
#ThursdayThoughts
“We change the world a little each day with our kindness.”
~ Tom Giaquinto
Kindness is realizing we are all in this together. Take the time to make today better for someone today. ❤️
“We change the world a little each day with our kindness.”
~ Tom Giaquinto
Kindness is realizing we are all in this together. Take the time to make today better for someone today. ❤️
Open up your heart … and your arms, January 21 is National Hugging Day! Today is dedicated to the underrated art form of the hug.
We love all types of hugs, from the one-armed bro hug to full bear hugs. So let’s get hugging!
#NationalHuggingDay
We love all types of hugs, from the one-armed bro hug to full bear hugs. So let’s get hugging!
#NationalHuggingDay
January 21, 2026 at 1:14 PM
Open up your heart … and your arms, January 21 is National Hugging Day! Today is dedicated to the underrated art form of the hug.
We love all types of hugs, from the one-armed bro hug to full bear hugs. So let’s get hugging!
#NationalHuggingDay
We love all types of hugs, from the one-armed bro hug to full bear hugs. So let’s get hugging!
#NationalHuggingDay
Celebrating #TeamworkTuesday and the volunteers who make our mission possible.
From the OR, to Central Sterilization, to warehouse management, to the floor caring for our patients during rehabilitation; these volunteers are the heart and soul of Operation Walk.
From the OR, to Central Sterilization, to warehouse management, to the floor caring for our patients during rehabilitation; these volunteers are the heart and soul of Operation Walk.
January 20, 2026 at 2:14 PM
Celebrating #TeamworkTuesday and the volunteers who make our mission possible.
From the OR, to Central Sterilization, to warehouse management, to the floor caring for our patients during rehabilitation; these volunteers are the heart and soul of Operation Walk.
From the OR, to Central Sterilization, to warehouse management, to the floor caring for our patients during rehabilitation; these volunteers are the heart and soul of Operation Walk.
Martin Luther King Jr. spoke of equality, freedom, social justice, courage, service, and love.
Let today be a day of loving service to our communities. The smallest drop in the ocean causes a ripple. Let your actions start that ripple of good that helps to change the world.
#MLKDayofService
Let today be a day of loving service to our communities. The smallest drop in the ocean causes a ripple. Let your actions start that ripple of good that helps to change the world.
#MLKDayofService
January 19, 2026 at 3:05 PM
Martin Luther King Jr. spoke of equality, freedom, social justice, courage, service, and love.
Let today be a day of loving service to our communities. The smallest drop in the ocean causes a ripple. Let your actions start that ripple of good that helps to change the world.
#MLKDayofService
Let today be a day of loving service to our communities. The smallest drop in the ocean causes a ripple. Let your actions start that ripple of good that helps to change the world.
#MLKDayofService
"Smile, it is the key that fits the lock of everybody's heart."
-Anthony J. D'Angelo
Have a great Sunday everyone!
Don't forget to share your smile 😊
#sundayfunday
-Anthony J. D'Angelo
Have a great Sunday everyone!
Don't forget to share your smile 😊
#sundayfunday
January 18, 2026 at 3:39 PM
"Smile, it is the key that fits the lock of everybody's heart."
-Anthony J. D'Angelo
Have a great Sunday everyone!
Don't forget to share your smile 😊
#sundayfunday
-Anthony J. D'Angelo
Have a great Sunday everyone!
Don't forget to share your smile 😊
#sundayfunday
How do you spend your Saturday morning?
If you're an OpWalk Volunteer you spend it preparing for the next mission! Many thanks to all who came out last Saturday for our inventory day and to pack the very first boxes for our Philippines mission this summer.
#opwalk4philippines
#Philippines2026
If you're an OpWalk Volunteer you spend it preparing for the next mission! Many thanks to all who came out last Saturday for our inventory day and to pack the very first boxes for our Philippines mission this summer.
#opwalk4philippines
#Philippines2026
January 17, 2026 at 3:32 PM
How do you spend your Saturday morning?
If you're an OpWalk Volunteer you spend it preparing for the next mission! Many thanks to all who came out last Saturday for our inventory day and to pack the very first boxes for our Philippines mission this summer.
#opwalk4philippines
#Philippines2026
If you're an OpWalk Volunteer you spend it preparing for the next mission! Many thanks to all who came out last Saturday for our inventory day and to pack the very first boxes for our Philippines mission this summer.
#opwalk4philippines
#Philippines2026
Witnessing an orthopedic surgery is always an incredible experience. And it amazes us how, with great gentleness and precision, our surgeons use each instrument to guarantee the best outcome in each procedure.
#FlashbackFriday
#FlashbackFriday
January 16, 2026 at 2:15 PM
Witnessing an orthopedic surgery is always an incredible experience. And it amazes us how, with great gentleness and precision, our surgeons use each instrument to guarantee the best outcome in each procedure.
#FlashbackFriday
#FlashbackFriday
It's #ThrowbackThursday and we are thinking of our colleagues and patients in General Santos City. Excited to be returning to St. Elizabeth Hospital, Inc. this summer to continue giving the gift of mobility!
January 15, 2026 at 3:06 PM
It's #ThrowbackThursday and we are thinking of our colleagues and patients in General Santos City. Excited to be returning to St. Elizabeth Hospital, Inc. this summer to continue giving the gift of mobility!
What makes you smile?
For us it's thinking of our volunteers that come together to make Operation Walk not only a reality but a success.
Thanks to all our hard-working volunteers throughout the past 30 years for making OpWalk possible and helping us restore mobility around the world.
#opwalkis30
For us it's thinking of our volunteers that come together to make Operation Walk not only a reality but a success.
Thanks to all our hard-working volunteers throughout the past 30 years for making OpWalk possible and helping us restore mobility around the world.
#opwalkis30
January 14, 2026 at 1:12 PM
What makes you smile?
For us it's thinking of our volunteers that come together to make Operation Walk not only a reality but a success.
Thanks to all our hard-working volunteers throughout the past 30 years for making OpWalk possible and helping us restore mobility around the world.
#opwalkis30
For us it's thinking of our volunteers that come together to make Operation Walk not only a reality but a success.
Thanks to all our hard-working volunteers throughout the past 30 years for making OpWalk possible and helping us restore mobility around the world.
#opwalkis30
January 13, 2026 at 2:19 PM
Starting this week with an #OpWalkUpdate!
Click the link to read about our pre-team's visit to General Santos City and the latest news on our upcoming mission to the Philippines.
operationwalk.org/philippines-...
Click the link to read about our pre-team's visit to General Santos City and the latest news on our upcoming mission to the Philippines.
operationwalk.org/philippines-...
Philippines 2026 - Operation Walk
Building on the success of our first mission to General Santos City in 2024, this visit reflected our ongoing commitment to partnership, perseverance, and the legacy of Dr. Lawrence Dorr.
operationwalk.org
January 12, 2026 at 1:48 PM
Starting this week with an #OpWalkUpdate!
Click the link to read about our pre-team's visit to General Santos City and the latest news on our upcoming mission to the Philippines.
operationwalk.org/philippines-...
Click the link to read about our pre-team's visit to General Santos City and the latest news on our upcoming mission to the Philippines.
operationwalk.org/philippines-...
It's #sundayselfie time!
Although this candid shot may seem small at first, this simple expression connects our team and their patients, and gives that person self confidence and a way to document their first step into a new life.
Happy Sunday, friends. 😍
Although this candid shot may seem small at first, this simple expression connects our team and their patients, and gives that person self confidence and a way to document their first step into a new life.
Happy Sunday, friends. 😍
January 11, 2026 at 3:35 PM
It's #sundayselfie time!
Although this candid shot may seem small at first, this simple expression connects our team and their patients, and gives that person self confidence and a way to document their first step into a new life.
Happy Sunday, friends. 😍
Although this candid shot may seem small at first, this simple expression connects our team and their patients, and gives that person self confidence and a way to document their first step into a new life.
Happy Sunday, friends. 😍
“Great things happen to those who don't stop believing, trying, learning, and being grateful.”
― Roy T. Bennett
Together we can make all things possible. Happy Saturday, friends. Let's make today a good one.👍 #saturdaysunshine
― Roy T. Bennett
Together we can make all things possible. Happy Saturday, friends. Let's make today a good one.👍 #saturdaysunshine
January 10, 2026 at 1:13 PM
“Great things happen to those who don't stop believing, trying, learning, and being grateful.”
― Roy T. Bennett
Together we can make all things possible. Happy Saturday, friends. Let's make today a good one.👍 #saturdaysunshine
― Roy T. Bennett
Together we can make all things possible. Happy Saturday, friends. Let's make today a good one.👍 #saturdaysunshine
Time for thoughts from our first time volunteers. Today we feature Jocelyn Vasconez RN.
"This experience also represents why I wanted to become a nurse because medicine is always changing, growing, and developing. Being able to see people walk again and their smiles-that truly touched my heart."
"This experience also represents why I wanted to become a nurse because medicine is always changing, growing, and developing. Being able to see people walk again and their smiles-that truly touched my heart."
January 9, 2026 at 2:29 PM
Time for thoughts from our first time volunteers. Today we feature Jocelyn Vasconez RN.
"This experience also represents why I wanted to become a nurse because medicine is always changing, growing, and developing. Being able to see people walk again and their smiles-that truly touched my heart."
"This experience also represents why I wanted to become a nurse because medicine is always changing, growing, and developing. Being able to see people walk again and their smiles-that truly touched my heart."
We love hearing from our patients and how joint replacement is helping them reclaim their mobility, their lives, and their joy.
Click the link to read Tania's update:
operationwalk.org/tania-guerra...
Click the link to read Tania's update:
operationwalk.org/tania-guerra...
Tania Guerra (Cuba, 2025) - Operation Walk
For the past ten years, the simple act of walking has become a constant reminder of my pain. It all started with a seemingly harmless sound: the cracking in my knees, which, over time, transformed int...
operationwalk.org
January 8, 2026 at 4:15 PM
We love hearing from our patients and how joint replacement is helping them reclaim their mobility, their lives, and their joy.
Click the link to read Tania's update:
operationwalk.org/tania-guerra...
Click the link to read Tania's update:
operationwalk.org/tania-guerra...
OpWalk is turning 30!
We are celebrating all year long. Have a favorite memory you want to share? Send it to info@operationwalk.org and we'll share it here and you may be featured in our next newsletter!
#opwalkis30
#30YearsStrong
We are celebrating all year long. Have a favorite memory you want to share? Send it to info@operationwalk.org and we'll share it here and you may be featured in our next newsletter!
#opwalkis30
#30YearsStrong
January 7, 2026 at 3:12 PM
OpWalk is turning 30!
We are celebrating all year long. Have a favorite memory you want to share? Send it to info@operationwalk.org and we'll share it here and you may be featured in our next newsletter!
#opwalkis30
#30YearsStrong
We are celebrating all year long. Have a favorite memory you want to share? Send it to info@operationwalk.org and we'll share it here and you may be featured in our next newsletter!
#opwalkis30
#30YearsStrong