What's a Pro Bono Surgery?

Wanting to help patients who were unable to get surgeries they needed due to the cost, Meredith organized a pro bono surgery day, a day during which patients could come in and get their surgeries without having to pay.

What does it mean for a surgery to be pro bono?

Pro bono is short for the Latin phrase pro bono publico, which means "for the public good." The term generally refers to services that are rendered by a professional for free or at a lower cost. ... It is also possible to do pro bono work for individual clients who cannot afford to pay.

How do you get pro bono?

Applicants must fill out a Legal Aid application form, which can be obtained from any Legal Aid office, from duty lawyers at local courts or by contacting LawAccess NSW on 1300 888 529 or accessing