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Greetings Card : Staff opthalmologist Dr Stewart Ball in the operating theatre of the world
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Staff opthalmologist Dr Stewart Ball in the operating theatre of the world
Staff opthalmologist Dr Stewart Ball in the operating theatre of the worlds only flying eye hospital at Elmdon airport, Birmingham.
2nd August 1982
Coventry Telegraph Archive
Mirrorpix
Birmingham
West Midlands
England
Media ID 21381431
© Mirrorpix
Flying Health Hospital Plane Surgery Elmdon
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Experience the extraordinary with our Media Storehouse Greetings Cards featuring an exclusive image of Dr. Stewart Ball, a renowned ophthalmologist, in action at the world's only flying eye hospital in 1982. Captured by Mirrorpix from Memory Lane Prints, this card design offers a unique and inspiring message for any occasion. Share the story of Dr. Ball's remarkable work and the impact it has made on people's lives. Order now to send a thoughtful and memorable greeting.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
Greetings Cards suitable for Birthdays, Weddings, Anniversaries, Graduations, Thank You and much more
Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
Captured in this timeless photograph is the dedicated staff ophthalmologist, Dr. Stewart Ball, standing confidently in the operating theatre of a truly remarkable establishment - the world's only flying eye hospital. The year was 1982, and Elmdon airport in Birmingham served as its base. This image takes us back to an era when aviation technology merged with healthcare innovation to bring hope and healing to those in need. The aircraft itself remains unseen but serves as a symbol of progress and mobility that enabled medical professionals like Dr. Ball to reach distant corners of the globe swiftly. With his surgical attire impeccably donned, Dr. Ball exudes expertise and compassion as he prepares for another life-changing procedure within this unique airborne facility. This snapshot encapsulates not just a moment frozen in time but also represents countless lives touched by his skillful hands. The flying eye hospital embodies a commitment to improving global eye health, transcending borders and bringing sight-restoring surgeries directly to communities lacking access to specialized care. It stands as a testament to human ingenuity and collaboration between medical professionals, aviation experts, and philanthropic organizations united by their shared goal: restoring vision one patient at a time. As we gaze upon this poignant image from Memory Lane Prints, let it serve as a reminder that even amidst challenges faced during the 1980s, there were individuals like Dr. Stewart Ball who dedicated themselves wholeheartedly towards making our world brighter – quite literally.
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