Medical Missions
We participate in and organize medical missions in underserved communities.
Go where the patients are.Serve where we are needed.Care without borders.
Doctors on the Road International (DOTRI) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing compassionate medical care to underserved communities around the world.
Our Story
A simple dream became a mission
Doctors on the Road International began with a simple dream. As Dr. Chang B. Shin approached retirement after decades of caring for patients, he knew he did not simply want to stop being a doctor. He wanted to become a “doctor on the road” — free to go wherever people needed him and use his experience to serve.
After participating in medical missions in the Philippines, Kenya, and Paraguay, that dream became a mission. DOTRI was created to continue that journey and bring healthcare professionals, volunteers, and communities together in service.
Our Board
The people leading the journey
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: To bring compassionate medical care and health education to underserved communities, both in the United States and around the world.
We work alongside local healthcare providers, nonprofit organizations, and community partners whenever possible. We believe meaningful change begins by showing up, listening, and caring for the person in front of us.
What We Do
Five ways we serve
Medical Partnerships
We collaborate with established nonprofit organizations, healthcare professionals, and local community partners.
Health Education
We provide practical health education to help individuals and communities improve their well-being.
Volunteer Network
We welcome physicians, dentists, acupuncturists, nurses, allied-health professionals, and other volunteers who share a heart for service.
Mission Support
When resources allow, DOTRI helps provide medical supplies, equipment, and mission-related support where they are most needed.
Where We Have Served
Three countries, one journey
Philippines
Kenya
Paraguay
And the journey continues. Wherever there is a need, we hope to find a way to serve.
Upcoming Missions
Join us on the road
Tonga clinic
June 28 – July 2, 2027
Fiji clinic
July 5 – 9, 2027
Volunteers may join Tonga, Fiji, or both. Download the 2027 Tonga–Fiji Volunteer Sign-Up Form (PDF) and email the completed form to info@dotri.org.
Get in TouchGet Involved
You do not have to be a doctor to make a difference.
There are many ways to join our journey:
- Volunteer.
- Partner.
- Support.
- Donate.
- Share our mission.
Whether you are a healthcare professional, community organization, donor, or simply someone who believes in helping others, we welcome you.
Get in TouchVolunteer Application
Ready to serve with us?
Whether you are a physician, dentist, acupuncturist, nurse, allied-health professional, or a caring volunteer, we would love to hear from you. Applications are reviewed in three rounds:
Round 1
October 31, 2026
Application deadline
Round 2
January 31, 2027
Application deadline
Round 3
April 30, 2027
Application deadline
Download the form, complete it, and email it to info@dotri.org. Applications are due by one of the deadlines above.
Support Our Mission
Your support helps DOTRI bring medical care, health education, supplies, and volunteers to communities in need. Every contribution, large or small, helps us go a little farther and serve another person.
DonateDoctors on the Road International (DOTRI) is a Washington State nonprofit corporation and is currently applying for recognition as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.
Our federal 501(c)(3) application is currently in process. Tax-deductibility of contributions is subject to IRS determination.
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