Title
Development of volunteer international craniofacial surgery missions: The komedyplast protocol
Publication Date
2015
Journal Title
J Craniofac Surg
Abstract
Volunteer surgical missions to provide cleft care to patients in developing countries has been done successfully for a number of years. Similar missions that provide craniofacial surgery introduce a dramatic step up in complexity. While articles have addressed protocols for the safe delivery of cleft care around the world, little has been written on volunteer craniofacial surgical missions. Komedyplast was established in March 2001 as a 501c(3) nonprofit organization to provide craniofacial surgical care to underserved populations and educate local surgeons in craniofacial principles. During 9 annual missions, the organization has provided surgical care to more than 150 patients with various complex, congenital, craniofacial conditions. The article addresses important safeguards that have been implemented to maximize safety and minimize risk.
Volume Number
26
Issue Number
4
Pages
1151 - 1155
Document Type
Article
Status
Faculty
Facility
School of Medicine
Primary Department
Anesthesiology
Additional Departments
General Pediatrics
PMID
DOI
10.1097/SCS.0000000000001404