Damico Health Inception
The origins of Damico Health trace back to 2016, when several team members traveled to Uganda to provide care in underserved communities. This experience inspired our commitment to global health and revealed opportunities to strengthen health operations. Initially composed of American medical professionals and students, our team quickly realized the importance of empowering local leaders to guide on-the-ground work.
It became clear that imposing an American model abroad was ineffective. Instead, we worked to integrate beneficial aspects of our system into local practices. The strengths of U.S. healthcare often highlight gaps in other nations, while their approaches frequently address shortcomings in ours. Bridging these perspectives was challenging but ultimately led to the formal establishment of Damico Health in 2020, with 501(c)(3) recognition in 2022.
Our journey emphasizes the value of adaptability and collaboration in global health. By combining American data-driven methods with the resourcefulness and community focus of local systems, we have developed a more sustainable model for delivering care. We remain guided by the principle that progress comes from empowering communities and drawing on diverse strengths.