The Surgery Ship
Originally released in 2015. The Surgery Ship is a documentary film. directed by Madeleine Hetherton-Miau. At just 78 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Synopsis
A team of volunteer doctors and nurses are on board a unique ship. Crammed with medical supplies and volunteer medics, this floating hospital sails to the poorest nations on earth. This year they sail for Guinea on the West African Coast. On arrival they will face the most severe of medical issues, not seen in other parts of the world. But the medical challenges are only half of the story. They will confront ethical decisions as they decide who will be helped and who will not. This is a searing, complex journey for the volunteer medics, as they deal with life and death cases - and balance the fates of these patients in their hands.
Quick Facts
Release Date
April 11, 2015
10 years ago
Runtime
1h 18m
78 minutes total
Language
English
Original language
Country
Australia
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Media Stockade
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Surgery Ship about?
A team of volunteer doctors and nurses are on board a unique ship. Crammed with medical supplies and volunteer medics, this floating hospital sails to the poorest nations on earth. This year they s...
Who directed The Surgery Ship?
The Surgery Ship was directed by Madeleine Hetherton-Miau.
How long is The Surgery Ship?
The Surgery Ship has a runtime of 1 hours and 18 minutes (78 minutes total).
When was The Surgery Ship released?
The Surgery Ship was released on April 11, 2015 in theaters.