Dr. Andrew Scott (back, right) first repaired Romina’s cleft lip during CSI's September 2023 trip when she was just 5 months old. Fast forward to this past Sunday, and Dr. Michael Fritz (front, middle) completed her cleft palate repair at 18 months.
Dr. Scott was thrilled to see Romina thriving ahead of this next milestone surgery. The continuity of care CSI provides in Hermosillo guarantees that children like Romina receive the highest quality treatment and support throughout their medical journeys.
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Our incredible team has wrapped up the final day of surgeries in Hermosillo, Mexico. More to come from this special trip later. Congratulations to all those involved in transforming so many lives in these last three days! ✨
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It's the last day of surgery! Our first four patients and their families are eagerly waiting to come in to pre-op. 💕
13 children are receiving surgery today, and it's a life-changing moment for them and their families! Access to cleft and craniofacial surgery helps kids eat, speak, and hear better, while also preventing long-term health issues. More than that, it brings relief, confidence, and a brighter future for both the child and their loved ones. Every surgery transforms lives!
Thanks to our partners St. Andrew's Children's Clinic, Voluntariado CIMA and Hospital CIMA Hermosillo.
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You may not recognize this guy because he’s grown so much since his first cleft surgery by CSI last November. Uriel is receiving cleft palate repair surgery this trip.
When Uriel was first evaluated by the CSI team in September 2023, his surgery had to be postponed because he was too small and malnourished due to feeding difficulties from his cleft lip and palate. By November, when CSI returned for a special cleft-rhinoplasty trip, the team saw he had grown stronger and were able to work him into the surgery schedule. Swipe right to see Uriel in September 2023 (last two photos)!
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“We were very shameful about the baby's cleft before surgery, now we are proud and we feel very happy about the surgery. We would like to thank you very much.” Parent, Ethiopia