Strengthening Global Health Systems for Children Through Collaboration in Patient Care, Education, Training & Research
We are IPSAC
The International Pediatric Specialty Alliance for Children
Together with our partners across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and North America, we are advancing life-saving surgical care for children everywhere.
We welcome collaborators from all corners of the world to join us.
Our Vision
Every child, regardless of geography or circumstance, will have equitable access to high-quality surgical care.
Our Mission
To enhance pediatric surgical capacity through partnerships with international healthcare institutions and colleagues.
Our Projects
Clinical Patient Care
We organize and conduct hands-on surgical rotations with professional teams of international volunteers. We also foster professional development and the growth of future surgical leaders by sponsoring advanced clinical training programs at distinguished healthcare institutions.
Education & Training
We enhance workforce capacity of institutions through education & training. Our signature PASS course, launched in 2017, equips healthcare providers with the fundamentals in managing pediatric surgical emergencies. PASS has been offered in Vietnam, Pakistan, Indonesia, Tanzania, Bahrain, and Jordan with new sites in the works.
Research & Innovation
We support research and innovation that translates into better patient outcomes—examples include clinical trials targeting biliary atresia and basic science collaborations with research institutions around the world.