Posts from Currently Active Missions
Through Our Eyes: A Student’s Journey with Rotaplast
Chittagong, Bangladesh
This is our 10th surgery and education trip to Chittagong, Bangladesh. We are lucky to have worked with our friends and humanitarian conspirators the Rotary Club of Agrabad for over a decade. We are thrilled to be working with Al
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 invited for one last check-up by our surgical team.
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 an impressive total of 63 patients and 92
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 are complex, but crucial for enhancing the quality of
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 distraction and relaxation to the patients who have been fasting for
From a Different Perspective
Sylhet, 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 after his significant surgery. He shared
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 wards to assess the patients’ current health status and suitability for surgery.
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? What does the initial recovery look
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 start to our mission. Throughout the day,