Kids First was founded in the early 1990s by three Duke University-trained orthopedic surgeons. The three saw a need for pediatric orthopedic outreach in South and Central America. Through connections and friendships, they launched the inaugural trip in 1991. Since then, the team of nurses, anesthesiologists, technicians, and surgeons have completed over 25 surgical relief missions!
Kids First is the creation of three Duke University-trained orthopedic surgeons who saw a need for pediatric orthopedic outreach in Central and South America. A launch in 1991 has led to more than 25 trips, with many of the team members still taking part since the inaugural departure. Since 2005, Kids First has been visiting San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, with several pre- and post-operative visits also taking place. The Kids First team has evaluated over 5,000 children and performed over 2,600 procedures since 1991. Typical surgeries include procedures to improve clubfeet, hip dysplasia, cerebral palsy spasticity, poorly-healed fractures, and other congenital limb deformities.
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