Dr. Leo Yason has recently retired after more than 30 years of dedicated service as a psychiatrist in Springhill, FL. As the current president of Friends Who Care LLC, Dr. Yason’s leadership is grounded in a profound commitment to making quality medical care accessible to the underserved. His extensive experience in psychiatry, coupled with a deep understanding of the social and emotional challenges faced by patients, informs his approach to guiding the organization. Under his leadership, Friends Who Care has expanded its reach, bringing lifesaving surgeries to those who would otherwise have no access to such care.

Dr. Yason is deeply involved in all aspects of the organization, from overseeing missions to engaging with donors and supporters. His vision is to continue building on the foundation laid by his predecessors, ensuring that the Hospital on Wheels project not only sustains its operations but also grows to meet the increasing demand for its services. Dr. Yason’s retirement from private practice has only deepened his commitment to this cause, as he now dedicates his full attention to leading Friends Who Care LLC in its mission to bring hope and healing to the Philippines.