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 immersive, hands-on surgical rotations in collaboration with professional teams of international volunteer specialists. We also foster ongoing professional development and cultivate the next generation of surgical leaders by sponsoring advanced clinical training and mentorship programs at distinguished healthcare institutions around the world.
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 on the horizon.
Research & Innovation
Research is a cornerstone of IPSAC’s academic approach to Global Surgery. We are committed to the discovery, development, and implementation of solutions that improve children’s health worldwide. Our mission is to foster and support innovative research initiatives while addressing the persistent disparities that limit scientific advancement.