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Free Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery Scheduled at Mahosot Hospital


Vientiane:Mahosot Hospital, in collaboration with the Lancang-Mekong Development Foundation and China’s ‘Mother’s Smile’ Charity Organisation, will offer free cleft lip and palate surgery from November 25 to 30, 2026.

According to Lao News Agency, this charity initiative, named ‘Mother’s Smile – Love in Lao PDR,’ will be conducted by medical specialists at the Department of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at Mahosot Hospital.

The programme is designed to provide free reconstructive surgery to disadvantaged individuals with cleft lip, cleft palate, and related facial conditions who need specialised medical treatment.

Those interested in the surgery can register by November 20, 2026. For registration, the following contacts are available: Dr. Kingphouthon at 020 2818 2273, Ms. Kotamy at 020 7731 8443, and Ms. Sengdeuane at 020 5523 4976.

This initiative aims to enhance the health, quality of life, and confidence of affected patients by offering access to specialised reconstructive surgery.