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Feb 5, 2025

A Special Conclusion in Sylhet

Sylhet, Bangladesh

Today marked the final day of our Rotaplast mission in Sylhet, Bangladesh, a day filled with completion and heartfelt farewells. The morning was dedicated to the post-clinic, where all patients were invite... Read More »

Jan 30, 2025

A Celebratory Conclusion of Our Mission

Sylhet, Bangladesh

Today marked the last surgery day of our Rotaplast mission in Sylhet, a day filled with emotions and a modest celebration. With the final operations completed, we successfully concluded this mission with a... Read More »

Jan 30, 2025

Again a Productive Day

Sylhet, Bangladesh

On this Tuesday morning, amidst our busy medical mission in Sylhet, there was a palpable energy in the surgical department. Today, five surgeries were scheduled to correct open palates. These operations ar... Read More »

Jan 23, 2025

Recreation, Education, and Relationships…

Sylhet, Bangladesh

On the pre-operation department of our Rotaplast mission in Sylhet, there is an exceptionally colorful and cheerful atmosphere every day. This vibrant atmosphere is a deliberate choice to provide distracti... Read More »

Jan 20, 2025

From a Different Perspective

Sylhet, BangladeshSylhet, Bangladesh

Today was a remarkable day for both our patients and the Rotaplast team. Nico, our quartermaster and one of our dedicated team members, had the unique opportunity to follow a patient before, during, and af... Read More »

Jan 19, 2025

The crucial roles of our 3 nursing departments

Sylhet, Bangladesh

During our medical mission in Sylhet, the pre-operation, recovery (PACU), and post-operation nursing departments play essential roles. Every morning, our doctors make rounds on the pre- and post-operation ... Read More »

Jan 18, 2025

Something is Going On…

Sylhet, Bangladesh

After an intensive first day of surgery, this morning was a time for reflection and observation. The medical team gathered to evaluate the patients who were operated on yesterday. How did the night go? Wha... Read More »

Jan 18, 2025

First Deployment of the ORs

Sylhet, Bangladesh

The first surgery day for Rotaplast began early with a thorough debriefing, after which we immediately started with our first patient, a child with a cleft lip. This successful procedure marked a beautiful... Read More »

Jan 18, 2025

Introduction, Hospital tour and screening day it might look like a marathon

Sylhet, Bangladesh

The day started with a warm welcome from the director of the Sylhet Women’s Medical Hospital, who gave us a tour of both the pre- and post-operative care departments and the operating rooms. From the... Read More »

Jan 16, 2025

On our way to Sylhet Bangladesh

Sylhet, Bangladesh

After a long journey, both the American and Dutch team members of Rotaplast International and Rotaplast The Netherlands have safely arrived in Bangladesh for our mission in Sylhet. The Americans began thei... Read More »

Jan 6, 2025

From Bangalore to Massachusetts and Back: Jyothi and Shashi’s Volunteer Journey

Nagamangala, India

When Jyothi and Shashi joined Rotaplast International as interpreters, they brought language skills, professional expertise, and a deep connection to their roots. Their story illustrates how shared purpose... Read More »

Dec 5, 2024

Surgical days 3-10

Nagamangala, India

Over the course of seven days, approximately 50 patients, ranging in age from just three-months to 78-years old, are scheduled for various procedures, including cleft lip and palate repairs, as well as bur... Read More »

Dec 4, 2024

Day 2: Pre-surgical clinic

Nagamangala, India

The mission starts with a full-day of patient evaluations in a pre-surgical clinic. The surgeons, pediatricians and nurses evaluate each patient to determine whether the patient will be a good candidate fo... Read More »

Dec 3, 2024

Arrival at Adichunchanagiri University Hospital in Nagamangala

Nagamangala, India

After a two-hour drive from Bangalore, the Rotaplast volunteer team arrived at Adichunchanagiri University (ACU) in Nagamangala. We were greeted by Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Bangalore North, settle... Read More »

Dec 2, 2024

2024 Mission to Nagamangala, India: Arrival in Bangalore

Nagamangala, India

The 2024 mission to Nagamangala includes a volunteer medical team from across the United States and Canada and non-medical volunteers from Rotary District 5180 in the greater-Sacramento area who met up in ... Read More »

Oct 23, 2024

Dental Care & Cleft Counseling

Faridabad, India

Cleft lip and palate deformities can result from genetic disorders or syndromes. As technology and databases improve, our understanding of genetic markers and risk factors for these conditions continues to... Read More »

Oct 3, 2024

Team Member Highlight – Mr. Sterilizer – Kevin Shultz

Faridabad, India

Kevin Shultz is from the Portsmouth Rotary Club and this is his second Rotaplast Mission. During the pre-clinic phase of the Misson, Kevin was assigned to help with the photos. Each patient was assigned a ... Read More »

Oct 1, 2024

First Day of Clinic

Faridabad, India

I noticed this young woman and her baby early in the day on the first day of clinic. Here she is getting through the registration process where they mark the patient to prevent confusion. The next step in ... Read More »

Sep 30, 2024

Arriving at the Hospital

Faridabad, India

The bus ride from the airport to the hospital was about an hour. Team members had a chance to chat with one another as we made our way along. Having personally never visiting India, the one thing I noticed... Read More »

Sep 27, 2024

Bringing It All Together – Including A Missing Box!

Faridabad, India

As posted earlier the boxes were all packed in San Francisco and taken to the airport. Emerites ships the boxes to India. Each team member is allowed 2 checked bags; however, they only check one personal p... Read More »


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Feb 5, 2025

A Special Conclusion in S...

Sylhet, Bangladesh

Today marked the final day of our Rotaplast mission in Sylhet, Bangladesh, a day filled with completion and heartfelt farewells. The morning was dedicated to the post-clinic, where all patients were invite... Read More »

Jan 30, 2025

A Celebratory Conclusion ...

Sylhet, Bangladesh

Today marked the last surgery day of our Rotaplast mission in Sylhet, a day filled with emotions and a modest celebration. With the final operations completed, we successfully concluded this mission with a... Read More »