63. Healing and Hope: Medical Missions in Armenia

In this episode of God on the Move, Syuzanna Voskanyan shares about her work combining medical missions and evangelism in Armenia. With a rich Christian heritage and surrounded by challenges, Armenia is a unique place where Syuzanna's organization, the International Christian Medical Missions (ICMM), offers medical care while spreading the gospel. Syuzanna discusses her background, the historical significance of Christianity in Armenia, her involvement in various ministries, and the impact of her holistic approach to healing. The episode highlights her struggles, the importance of prayer, and her vision for establishing a Whole Person Care and Rehabilitation Center.   📚 Links from the Interview International Christian Chamber of Commerce Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International International Christian Medical Mission (ICMM) Facebook International Christian Medical Mission (ICMM) Website    🧑‍💻 About Syuzanna Dr. Syuzanna Voskanyan is a physician, humanitarian, and international Christian leader whose work bridges medicine and ministry. A Doctor of Vertebrology and Family Medicine with advanced training in kinesiotherapy, physiotherapy, and osteopathy, she is also the Founder and CEO of the International Christian Medical Missions (ICMM), established in 2016 to serve the poor, immigrants, and war-wounded soldiers through free medical and dental care. Since 2008, Dr. Voskanyan has led and organized over 100 medical missions in Armenia and beyond, bringing together local and international specialists to provide life-changing treatments—from eye care for thousands to reconstructive surgeries for children with congenital and burn injuries. She has also pioneered online medical services, trained hundreds of doctors, and expanded outreach during and after the 2020 war, adding rehabilitation programs for soldiers and holistic care for displaced families. Beyond medicine, she is an accomplished lecturer, translator of 13 books, composer of Christian music, and international speaker. Her work reflects a deep commitment to healing both body and soul, often praying with her patients and sharing the hope of the Gospel alongside medical treatment.   🔗 Join the God on the Move Community on the Lausanne Action Hub and be part of the conversation, see exclusive content and share your own testimony. 📝 We’d love your feedback to help us to improve this podcast. Thank you!