Restore Smiles of Cleft Patients

Al-Mustafa Welfare Society continues its mission of providing free cleft lip and cleft palate surgeries to underprivileged children across Pakistan. For families burdened by poverty, these life-changing surgeries offer not only physical healing but renewed dignity, confidence, and hope for the future.

During this quarter, the program sustained a high volume of surgeries while ensuring comprehensive pre- and post-operative care for every child.

• Cleft lip surgeries: 55
• Cleft lip & palate surgeries: 48
• Total surgical procedures: 103

In addition, laboratory investigations of 103 patients were also conducted to ensure surgical safety and optimal outcomes.

Beyond surgery, each child received a full spectrum of free services, including:

• Preoperative consultations
• Diagnostic tests (CBC, LFT, RFT, PT/INR, viral markers, X-ray if required)
• Dental examinations
• Anesthesia evaluation
• Postoperative monitoring, medicines, and follow-up care

A small number of cases were postponed due to medical reasons such as low hemoglobin, infections, viral markers, or insufficient weight, reflecting the program’s strict patient safety standards.

• 1–12 months: 41 children
• 1–5 years: 46 children
• 6–10 years: 8 children
• 11–15 years: 3 children
• 16–20 years: 3 children

The majority of beneficiaries were infants and young children, where early intervention has the greatest long-term impact.

Baby Atiqa was born with a cleft lip into a family struggling with severe financial hardship in Malir, Karachi. Unable to afford treatment, the family approached AlMustafa Hospital seeking help.

She underwent free cleft lip surgery after a complete preoperative assessment. The procedure was successful, and she was discharged in stable condition within two days.

Impact:

• Feeding and breathing improved significantly
• Facial appearance restored
• Risk of future social stigma reduced
• Family relieved of emotional and financial stress

Her parents expressed profound gratitude for the compassionate, free care that transformed their child’s life.

This quarter, 103 children received the gift of a smile—and with it, a chance at a healthier, more confident future. None of this would be possible without the unwavering support of our donors.

Your generosity does not just fund surgeries—it restores futures.

With gratitude,

AlMustafa Welfare Society – Cleft Program