Expedition report · September 2025

39th Expedition Ruby September Zoé

Name: 39th Expedition: Ruby September Zoé
Start: 2025-09-21
End: 2025-09-28
Location: Belterra

21 to September 28, 2025 · 8 daysBelterra

Rubi September: gastrointestinal diagnosis in Belterra

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appointmentsin 8 days of expedition: 514
volunteers: 18
hours donated: 928
in donated services: R$ 112k

Value of the services donated on this expedition: hours actually worked × the market rate for the specialty, reported by the volunteer or, failing that, the market average — the methodology of note 11 to the audited financial statements. Amounts in Brazilian reais.

About the expedition

Gastrointestinal diagnosis in Belterra

From September 21 to 28, 2025, ONG Zoé will carry out its 39th medical expedition in the Belterra region (PA), focusing on diagnostic endoscopy. This strategic action aims to expand access to specialized exams for populations in hard-to-reach territories, promoting early diagnosis, quality of life, and health equity. With the support of volunteers and institutional partners, the expedition reflects Zoé's commitment to comprehensive care, respecting local knowledge and contributing to building a more inclusive healthcare system in the Amazon.

Digestive endoscopy exams and specialized gastroenterology consultations, with 928 hours donated by 18 volunteers.

Appointments

What was done, by category

514in total

Clinical consultations
Endoscopies/colonoscopies
Other procedures

Clinical consultations

65%

334

Gastroenterology200
Anesthesia screenings134

Endoscopies/colonoscopies

35%

178

Endoscopies134
Colonoscopies44

Other procedures

0.4%

Minor procedures2

Highlights

What marked this expedition

Rubi September

The Rubi September campaign is dedicated to raising awareness about digestive system health and the importance of seeking medical evaluation for persistent symptoms. With a specially set-up structure, patients from different communities received medical assessments, diagnostic procedures, and treatment guidance.