by Rachel Winer | Nov 19, 2019 | India, Myanmar, Stories, Thailand and Laos
This month, Khon Kaen University in Northern Thailand hosted the prestigious Asian Pacific Cleft Congress. The conference was led by friend and partner of Transforming Faces, Dr. Bowornsilp Chowchuen, a plastic surgeon from the Tawanchai Cleft Centre who has been an...
by Rachel Winer | Nov 16, 2018 | Myanmar, Stories, Thailand and Laos
TF is committed to building the capacity of cleft teams around the world, and to supporting our incredible partners in their own professional growth. We encourage knowledge sharing and ongoing training – which occasionally leads to professional development...
by Rachel Winer | Aug 22, 2018 | Stories, Thailand and Laos
At TF, we are proud of our partners around the world who are committed to delivering comprehensive cleft care to children and families – from as early as the day a child is born and up to 20 years of age. Our partners are advocating for families every day...
by wpadmin | Nov 23, 2017 | Stories, Thailand and Laos
This is Bee! Bee was born with an opening in his lip and palate, called a cleft. He was also born in a small, remote village in Laos. When Bee was born, neither of his parents knew very much about cleft lip and palate. They had no idea where to turn to for support for...
by wpadmin | May 11, 2017 | Stories, Thailand and Laos
Aung* is an inspiration. At only 18 years old, the young mother has overcome challenges that would be difficult for many of us to imagine. Aung’s Story A year and a half ago, her son, Kan Kaung, was born with a severe cleft lip and palate, as well as a syndrome....