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- Cleft Explained
- Surgery and Beyond
- Real-Life Stories
- Where We Work
- Education and Training
- Youth Empowerment
- Policy and Advocacy
- Strategic Partners
- Thought Leadership
- Ways to Give
- Share Your Medical Expertise
- Student Programs
- Advocate for Us
- Partner With Us
- Our Story and Impact
- Our Leadership
- Corporate Partners
- Financials and Reports
- News and Media
- Interactive Learning Center
- Careers

Real-Life Stories

These stories — from patients, health care providers, students and more — are made possible through the generous support from donors like you.

Featured Stories

Featured Story

Meet Adolphe: A Bubbly Baby with Bright Eyes and a Brand-New Smile

In northwestern Rwanda, a 6 month old receives much need care thanks to Operation Smile.

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Recent Stories

Read the latest stories from Operation Smile.

Brazil

Completeness of Care: Anesthesia

Operation Smile anesthesia providers ensure the safety of our patients by conducting medical evaluations, administering safe anesthesia and responding to any potential emergencies during surgery.

Africa

A Landmark Patient

Africa

Thriving Thanks to Timely Surgery

Latin America and the Caribbean

Coming Together for Their Child

Africa

In Ethiopia, Operation Smile is a Family’s Only Hope

Honduras

“He is Going to be a Beautiful Boy”

Africa

Turning Tragedy Into Opportunity

Asia and the Pacific

Improving Patient Safety in Vietnam

Vietnam’s Ministry of Health and Operation Smile are collaborating to improve the country’s standards of surgical care.

Africa

The One Who Is Needed

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You can give a child the chance to grow up happy and healthy — free from stigma and isolation, and full of hope for the future.

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