Dedicated to Making a Difference

Thanks to the generous efforts of plastic surgeons from the United States, these people have not been forgotten. Over the past three decades, more than 150,000 children and adults have received medical treatment from dedicated volunteers, and the greatest gift of all ­ hope.

To support the ongoing international service efforts of plastic surgeons and their volunteer organizations, the Plastic Surgery Foundation established Volunteers in Plastic Surgery (VIPS). VIPS is comprised of agencies that actively participate in overseas volunteer service.

VIPS facilitates fundraising efforts and also functions as an effective forum for discussing common issues and providing solutions to the many challenges inherent to international care missions.

VIPS's underlying philosophy is: To advance plastic surgery through service, training, education and research. To go where there is a need and where you are welcome.