About Us
Operation Walk Los Angeles is a volunteer medical humanitarian organization that provides the gift of mobility through life-changing joint replacement surgeries at no cost for those in need in the U.S. and globally.
During each international surgical mission, Operation Walk educates in-country orthopedic surgeons, nurses, physical therapists and other healthcare professionals on the most advanced treatments and surgical techniques for diseases of the hip and knee joints. This creates a lasting contribution to patient care in developing countries.
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Angels Luncheon
Tuesday, December 8
We invite you to experience our community at the annual Operation Walk Angels Luncheon on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Annandale Golf Club in Pasadena.
The afternoon’s highlight features a presentation by guest speakers Dr. Andrew Spitzer and Paulina Andujo, RN, of Cedars-Sinai Hospital, sharing insights into joint replacement surgeries and post-operative recovery, followed by an interactive Q&A.
Attending our luncheon is the perfect introduction to the Angels program, showing firsthand how your membership directly helps provide free, life-changing orthopedic surgeries. Mark your calendar and join us to learn, celebrate, and Walk-On together!
One of our favorite things about opening our inbox is finding notes and updates from our patients. We love sharing their thoughts,
Save the Date: A Celebration of Restored Mobility Tuesday, December 8 We invite you to join us on Tuesday, December 8 at
When Operation Walk Los Angeles travels around the world, partnering with host hospitals, it changes lives. Thank you, Jeanniffer, for sharing your
Watch Our Mission in Action
A joint replacement surgery lasts a few hours. Its impact lasts a lifetime. For patients who can’t work, can’t walk, and have lived with chronic pain for years, these surgeries restore far more than movement — they restore independence, dignity, and hope.
Operation Walk brings together world-class surgeons, dedicated volunteers, generous donors, and compassionate supporters to deliver life-changing orthopedic care to those who need it most, at no cost to them.
From mission planning to recovery, every step of the journey is made possible by people who believe access to care should never depend on where you were born.
Your contribution directly funds vital surgeries for those who need it most.
Join us in changing lives—volunteer your time with our dedicated teams.
