Davis, California

Oct 11, 2023

Rotaplast International Earns a Four-Star Rating From Charity Navigator

San Francisco, California

SAN FRANCISCO (October 11, 2023) – Rotaplast International is proud to announce that its strong financial health and ongoing accountability and transparency has earned a Four-Star Rating from Charity Nav... Read More »

Apr 2, 2024

Caltech Women’s Club Member and Rotaplast Volunteer Profile: Marilyn Diaz

Pasadena, California

Pictured Above: Marilyn Diaz (middle), seated just like Einstein, in the library with fellow CHATs at the Mt. Wilson Observatory Special thanks author/interviewer Gloria Mullendore and the Caltech Women&#... Read More »

May 4, 2024

Surgical Volunteers Embark on Mission to Medellin, Colombia to Provide Free Cleft Lip and Palate Surgeries

San Francisco, California

SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO (May 4, 2024) – A team of dedicated surgical volunteers is set to embark on a humanitarian mission to Medellin, Colombia, with the aim of providing free cleft lip and palate surgeries... Read More »

May 7, 2024

Looks Like We Made It

Medellin, Colombia

No rewarding beginning gets out of the gate perfectly. There are sometimes obstacles that we need to overcome. Our team endured a few hiccups, but we didn’t lose patience or hope. When a few of us ne... Read More »

Jul 15, 2024

Dr. Maureen Valley, DMD, MPH, MS, Appointed as Director of Dental Services at Rotaplast International

San Francisco, California

SAN FRANCISCO – June 15, 2024 – Rotaplast International is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Maureen Valley, DMD, MPH, MS, as the new Director of Dental Services. Dr. Valley brings a wealth ... Read More »

Mar 25, 2025

Celebrating a Legacy of Service: UC Davis and Rotaplast

Davis, California

For decades, Rotaplast and the University of California, Davis have shared a powerful and enduring partnership—united by a common purpose: to deliver life-changing surgical care to communities in need ar... Read More »

May 20, 2025

The Pioneers: Ted Alex and Tom Fox – Leading with Heart and Service

San Francisco, California

At the heart of every Rotaplast surgical trip are individuals whose passion, leadership, and compassion help transform the lives of children around the world. Among those who have shaped and carried forwar... Read More »

Jun 5, 2025

The Legacy of Mr. Jimmie Jinx: A Life that Continues to Give

San Francisco, California

By Dr. Marlene Salas-Provance In every profession, there are people who leave a mark not just through their words, but through their courage, kindness, and quiet resolve to make a difference. Mr. Jimmie Ji... Read More »

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