Medical Missions in Latin America
One in every 55,000 children in the world is born with a deformity such as Hemimelia, Congenital equinovarus, Tarsal coalition and others. CLESF surgeons volunteer their time, skills and know-how to treat such children in Latin America.
Article: Salvage of the pelvic extremity in Mexico by CLESF
Articulo: Salvamento de la extremidad pélvica en México by CLESF
Without any help, many children’s only choice is amputation of a lower limb.
● Our surgeons donate their time and pay their own travel expenses.
● CLESF receives monetary donations from the public.
● CLESF doctors and friends make donations.
● CLESF collaborates with other foundations and hospitals, such as Instituto Nacional de Pediatria, Fundación Teletón, Hospital Shriners Mexico and others.