Our Story

In 1998, the first Lighthouse Medical Mission went to The Gambia in Western Africa. The needs of the people were immediately clear, but their warmth and appreciation transcended their suffering.

The impact made on our hearts was tremendous and solidified a bond and subsequent lifelong relationship with the African people.

Since then, Lighthouse Medical Missions -- along with various partners -- has organized medical missions around the world.

Our Board

Dr. Robert Hamilton

Lighthouse Medical Mission Founder

"It has been an amazing journey to see people coming together from around the world to serve others in need. Over the years, hundreds of amazing and talented individuals have joined me in serving literally tens of thousands of people in need. It has been a joy to witness first-hand.

My hope is that the work of Lighthouse Medical Missions will continue to grow, and that we will succeed in achieving our mission to serve and bring light to the world."

Christa Cardenas, NP

Board Member

Christa Cardenas is a nurse practitioner practicing in both LA County and Oxnard, CA. Her first Lighthouse Medical Mission trip was to Sierra Leone in 2007, when she was just 17 years old. She knew for certain, after that trip, that she wanted to enter the medical field and to return to Africa as a health-care professional.
Since then, Christa has gone on medical missions to Africa, Central America, and South America as a student and registered NP.

Dr. Lawrence Czer, MD

Board Member

Dr. Czer is currently head of cardiac transplant at Cedars Sinai Hospital.
He has joined us on 17 mission trips and served on our Board since 2001.

"Numerous adversities including Ebola, Malaria, and lack of necessities are encountered in the countries where we go. The people we treat remain hopeful and thankful for the care they receive from us and receptive to the good news of the Gospel. They are blessed by what we give them and we are blessed in return by their gratitude."

Harrison Sommer

Pastor/Board Member

Pastor Harrison works as a full time judge for the city of Beverly Hills and has been a part of several mission trips throughout Africa.

"My many journeys to Africa had one purpose -- to bring dignity and hope to people who are in great need, and although these needs seem endless, the answer is clear: the love and provision of the Lord Jesus Christ will always be enough. All we have to do is go, give what we have to give, and then go again."

Joe Peterson

Board Member/Architect

Joe is an architect doing project management and owner’s representation in the Los Angeles area.

"I’ve had the privilege of visiting West Africa five times. I’ve had the privilege of helping with acquiring land and constructing Churches and Schools in the Sierra Leone cities of Kenema, Makeni, Lunsar and Waterloo. These facilities will help the Africans educate their children and preach Jesus for years to come."

Support Staff

Dalphina Basile

Medical Supply Coordinator

When not on a mission Dal's responsibilities include preparing and overseeing the management of all medications, supplies and relief efforts.

Cheryl Tourney

Senior Administrator

Cheryl supports Lighthouse Medical Missions by helping the team prepare all the necessary paperwork for travel, visas and other required documentation. She also manages the mission's finances and fundraising.

Our Mission

Through Lighthouse Medical Missions,

we bring the love of God to those

suffering across the world.

Our teams consist of volunteers who help heal and care for those in need through medical treatment and the Gospel of Christ.

Our Vision

When Jesus spoke the words "come to me all who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest," He brought hope and comfort to those in need and throughout the centuries.

The vision of Lighthouse Medical Missions is to be a vessel of God and provide the same for those living in poverty and crisis around the world.

Your Support Makes Our Work Possible!