Trip Stories

Blog Archive

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons

From Regions Hospital to Africa

Thanks to a generous in-kind donation from Regions Hospital, CSI will bring several GlideScopes to our partner sites. This vital equipment will help both our travelling surgical teams and in-country partners manage difficult pediatric airways more effectively during intubation.

A GlideScope is a type of video laryngoscope, meaning it uses a small camera and screen to provide a clear view of the airway during intubation.

Watch as Jessica Driscoll, a CSI clinical lead and volunteer OR nurse, gives you a quick demo of how a GlideScope works.

#GlobalImpact #PediatricSurgery #changinglives #nonprofit
... See MoreSee Less

5 days ago
Children in low-resource countries often wait years — or a lifetime — for surgery that could change everything.

CSI is working to change that by training local surgeons, expanding resources, and creating lasting pathways to specialized pediatric surgery.

Because access to care should not depend on geography.

#GlobalHealth #PediatricSurgery #HealthEquity #SurgicalTraining #WorkThatMatters #nonprofit

Children in low-resource countries often wait years — or a lifetime — for surgery that could change everything.

CSI is working to change that by training local surgeons, expanding resources, and creating lasting pathways to specialized pediatric surgery.

Because access to care should not depend on geography.

#globalhealth #PediatricSurgery #HealthEquity #surgicaltraining #WorkThatMatters #nonprofit
... See MoreSee Less

2 weeks ago
This week, Bill Gates announced that he will donate the bulk of his fortune to global causes — with a special focus on saving and improving lives in Africa. 

His words say it best:
“By unleashing human potential through health and education, every country in Africa should be on a path to prosperity — and that path is an exciting thing to be part of.”

At a time when U.S. humanitarian aid is shrinking, this commitment is a powerful signal to the world. 

At Children’s Surgery International, we see what’s possible when we invest in health equity. We work side by side with African partners to provide surgical care, train local providers, and build long-term capacity.

Gates’ investment brings renewed attention to this critical work — and renewed hope for the future. 

#GlobalHealth #Philanthropy #Africa #HealthEquity #ChildHealth
Gates Foundation

This week, Bill Gates announced that he will donate the bulk of his fortune to global causes — with a special focus on saving and improving lives in Africa.

His words say it best:
“By unleashing human potential through health and education, every country in Africa should be on a path to prosperity — and that path is an exciting thing to be part of.”

At a time when U.S. humanitarian aid is shrinking, this commitment is a powerful signal to the world.

At Children’s Surgery International, we see what’s possible when we invest in health equity. We work side by side with African partners to provide surgical care, train local providers, and build long-term capacity.

Gates’ investment brings renewed attention to this critical work — and renewed hope for the future.

#GlobalHealth #Philanthropy #Africa #HealthEquity #ChildHealth
Gates Foundation
... See MoreSee Less

3 weeks ago
Video image

Help our partner, Impact Health The Gambia, in their final push to raise funds to send critically needed medical supplies to The Gambia. To learn more about the WHY, watch their attached video.

#globalhealth #medicalsupplies #savinglives
... See MoreSee Less

1 month ago
It’s National Nurse’s Week, and we’re sending a huge thank you to all the incredible volunteer nurses who travel with us to care for kids around the world. 💙

Your expertise, kindness, and dedication make a lasting impact. We appreciate you today and every day! 

#NursesWeek #ThankYouNurses #GlobalHealth #ChildrensHealth #volunteering

It’s National Nurse’s Week, and we’re sending a huge thank you to all the incredible volunteer nurses who travel with us to care for kids around the world. 💙

Your expertise, kindness, and dedication make a lasting impact. We appreciate you today and every day!

#NursesWeek #ThankYouNurses #GlobalHealth #ChildrensHealth #volunteering
... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago
What a night! ✨ Thanks to your incredible support, Saturdays Be the Light Gala raised $479,000 to support life-changing care for children and empower local medical professionals in our partner communities around the world. Together, were creating lasting change. 

Theres still time to give! Go to onecau.se/csigala2025 to make a donation to Be the Light. 

#pediatricsurgery #bethelight #changinglives #globalhealth

What a night! ✨ Thanks to your incredible support, Saturday's Be the Light Gala raised $479,000 to support life-changing care for children and empower local medical professionals in our partner communities around the world. Together, we're creating lasting change.

There's still time to give! Go to onecau.se/csigala2025 to make a donation to Be the Light.

#pediatricsurgery #bethelight #changinglives #globalhealth
... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago
Gillette Childrens has been helping children with disabilities and complex medical needs improve their health and achieve greater well-being for over 125 years. CSI is incredibly proud to have so many Gillette staff members volunteer on our surgical trips.

Thank you for your Gold Sponsorship of the Gala on Saturday, May 3. 
Join us for a memorable evening. Register for tickets at onecau.se/csigala2025

#gala #TwinCities #sponsor #changinglives #pediatricsurgery

Gillette Children's has been helping children with disabilities and complex medical needs improve their health and achieve greater well-being for over 125 years. CSI is incredibly proud to have so many Gillette staff members volunteer on our surgical trips.

Thank you for your Gold Sponsorship of the Gala on Saturday, May 3.
Join us for a memorable evening. Register for tickets at onecau.se/csigala2025

#gala #TwinCities #sponsor #changinglives #pediatricsurgery
... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago
The silent auction is now OPEN! Whether you attend the gala on Saturday, May 3, or bid remotely, the silent auction is a great way to support CSIs work around the world. 
Not local? We can ship to winning bidders (shipping fees may apply).
Browse, bid, and make a difference. Go to: bit.ly/CSIgala2025auction

 #silentauction #twincities #nonprofit #pediatricsurgery #GlobalHealth
Donated items for this auction include: JOOLA USA Grandmas Marathon - Duluth, Inc. Nate Bargatze Yum! Kitchen and Bakery Barbette Minnesota Timberwolves Minnesota Vikings Minnesota United FC Minnesota Lynx Green Bay Packers Kohls Resort New Scenic Café The Bond Between Science Museum of Minnesota Minnesota Zoo Minnesota Opera and MUCH more!

The silent auction is now OPEN! Whether you attend the gala on Saturday, May 3, or bid remotely, the silent auction is a great way to support CSI's work around the world.
Not local? We can ship to winning bidders (shipping fees may apply).
Browse, bid, and make a difference. Go to: bit.ly/CSIgala2025auction

#silentauction #twincities #nonprofit #pediatricsurgery #GlobalHealth
Donated items for this auction include: JOOLA USA Grandma's Marathon - Duluth, Inc. Nate Bargatze Yum! Kitchen and Bakery Barbette Minnesota Timberwolves Minnesota Vikings Minnesota United FC Minnesota Lynx Green Bay Packers Kohl's Resort New Scenic Café The Bond Between Science Museum of Minnesota Minnesota Zoo Minnesota Opera and MUCH more!
... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago
More CSI medical volunteers have ties to Childrens Minnesota than to any other healthcare institution in the world. Their expertise and compassion change lives and empower communities globally.

Thank you for your support and Gold Sponsorship of the Be the Light CSI Gala on Saturday, May 3. 
Theres still time to register for gala tickets! Go to onecau.se/csigala2025

#BeTheLight #Gala #Sponsor #TwinCities

More CSI medical volunteers have ties to Children's Minnesota than to any other healthcare institution in the world. Their expertise and compassion change lives and empower communities globally.

Thank you for your support and Gold Sponsorship of the Be the Light CSI Gala on Saturday, May 3.
There's still time to register for gala tickets! Go to onecau.se/csigala2025

#BeTheLight #Gala #Sponsor #TwinCities
... See MoreSee Less

2 months ago
Load more