Iaomai Medical Ministries is Christ-Centered and dedicated to the ethical guidelines and principles set forth in this code of ethics so that the ministry may be honoring to God.
For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.
I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.
Matthew 25:35-40
Iaomai Medical Ministries is a Christian organization committed to providing physical and spiritual healing to the poor; in the spirit of the Great Physician. Iaomai Medical Ministries believes that the Lord Jesus Christ died for all humanity and this is the ultimate expression of God’s love for all people, everywhere. Each Iaomai Medical Ministries team seeks to serve the poor on each mission trip through the provision of modern medicine as well as sharing the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As ambassadors for the Gospel of Jesus Christ, Iaomai Medical Ministries volunteers will present themselves to patients and one another with in a manner that is pleasing to God.
Iaomai Medical Ministries will provide transformative healing to those most in need and will facilitate life-transforming experiences for volunteers.
Oh Lord my God, I called to You for help and you healed me.
Psalm 30:2
Although Iaomai Medical Ministries desires to bring healing to the physically sick, the principal desire of Iaomai Medical Ministries is to bring spiritual healing to all and transform lives through the healing touch of the Lord Jesus Christ. Volunteers are given the opportunity to have a life changing experience that will spiritually transform them as they serve patients and one another through the use of their God-given gifts and talents.
Iaomai Medical Ministries will encourage compassionate caring for all in need, regardless of circumstance, status, or religion.
Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.
Colossians 3:12
Iaomai Medical Ministries is called to care for others with compassion and understanding. Treatment and support is given to the poor, underserved, and many who have been outcast by their community due to physical afflictions. Recognizing that all people are God’s children, care is provided without regard for ethnicity, economic status or religious belief. Iaomai Medical Ministries volunteers will sacrifice their personal comfort, time, and resources so that others may experience the love and healing touch of the Lord Jesus Christ. Iaomai Medical Ministries volunteers demonstrate care to one another through exercising the fruits of the Holy Spirit: love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, and self-control.
Iaomai Medical Ministries will be dedicated to providing the highest standards of professional excellence in medicine, nursing, operations and ministry service.
Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, with all your mind, and with all your strength.
Mark 12:30
Iaomai Medical Ministries is committed to providing the best possible healthcare by bringing together the best physicians, nurses, medical volunteers in the world – professionals who adhere to the specific ethical codes that govern their particular profession. Prior to each medical outreach, all volunteers and staff are screened to assure only qualified healthcare professionals are allowed to provide patient care. Iaomai Medical Ministries will assure that all volunteers are equipped, trained, and prepared for the ministry. All volunteers will present themselves to patients, ministry partners, and one another with the highest degree respect and integrity. Iaomai Medical Ministries, as an organization, will maintain absolute financial
transparency and moral integrity.
Iaomai Medical Ministries will encourage personal, professional and spiritual growth for every member of the ministry team.
And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but let us encourage one another…
Hebrews 10:24-25
Iaomai Medical Ministries is committed to providing opportunities for both staff and volunteers to develop personally, professionally and spiritually through a medical ministry experience. Each ministry will serve as an opportunity to learn which will enhance future missions that will contribute to the overall growth and impact of Iaomai.
Iaomai Medical Ministries is committed to building a collaborative community within the medical missions field.
…make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and purpose. Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves.
Philippians 2:2-3
Recognizing the power of partnerships, Iaomai Medical Ministries will build and strengthen internal collaboration among volunteers through team-building, open dialogue, and continual support. Iaomai Medical Ministries will develop and maintain external relationships with other nonprofit agencies, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), private enterprises, the medical community, local governments, national governments, international governments, and donors through effective communication.
Iaomai will share our ministry model to educate and encourage other organizations and communities, so that more people may be healed.
For you yourselves know how you ought to follow our example. We were not idle when we were with you, nor did we eat anyone’s food without paying for it. On the contrary, we worked night and day, laboring and toiling so that we would not be a burden to any of you. We did this not because we do not have the right to such help, but in order to make ourselves a model for you to follow.
2 Thessalonians 3:7-9
Iaomai Medical Ministries will share our ministry model with the global community in order to expand the organizational mission and bring honor to God. Iaomai Medical Ministries will work with international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) to help international communities advance healthcare within their own nation.