Real care. Real hope. Real futures.
We deliver life-changing spine care through three connected programs: surgical missions in under-resourced hospitals, complex care at our US Hub, and long-term training so more children can be treated closer to home.
Three pillars. One mission.
Global Outreach
We take full surgical teams to partner hospitals in Ecuador and Nicaragua. Children receive the care they need in their own region, and local teams gain hands-on experience.
US Hub Program
Some children cannot wait for local capacity to grow. Their conditions are severe and the expertise they need is only available in a few centers. The US Hub is our bridge. We bring these children to the United States for full surgical care, recovery, and family support. Every case also strengthens the longer-term work of building local capacity.
Families stay 6-8 weeks. Host support and logistics are part of the program.
Education & Capacity Building
Every other month we run case conferences. We host visiting fellowships and work closely with the Scoliosis Research Society. The goal is simple: more children treated by local teams, closer to home, every year.
From first evaluation to lasting capacity
Identify & Screen
Local partners and families bring children forward. Our team reviews imaging and history.
Plan & Prepare
Surgical teams, logistics, and host support are coordinated.
Operate & Recover
World-class surgical care followed by structured recovery.
Sustain
Local surgeons are trained so more children can be treated in their own communities.
Volunteer with us
Missions run on more than surgeons. We rely on nurses, interpreters, logistics coordinators, and mission-trip volunteers to help make every trip possible.
Start Volunteer ApplicationQuestions about our programs.
Learn more about how we select patients, structure missions, and partner with local teams.
How do you decide which children are treated?
Local partners and hospitals refer candidates; our clinical team reviews imaging and history to confirm surgical need and prioritize the most urgent cases.
How can a hospital or clinic refer a patient?
Reach out to our team directly at info@spinehope.org, or use the Start Screening Application button on this page to begin a US Hub case.
Do you accept visiting surgeons or medical partners?
Yes. We regularly host visiting fellows and partner with organizations like the Scoliosis Research Society on training and case conferences.
How do you ensure follow-up care after a mission?
Local surgical teams we've trained provide follow-up care, and our Education & Capacity Building program keeps that relationship active year-round.
Explore ways to give
Every support structure builds long-term resiliency and direct pediatric surgical care
The Uplift Circle
Give monthly, any amount to sustain care
Everyday Heroes
One-time gift that creates lasting impact
The Anchors
A 3-year commitment to long-term healing
The Bridge
Equity & asset pledges for greater impact
Legacy Partners
Leave a lasting legacy through giving
