Pune, Aug 4: Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune, in collaboration with Mission Smile and Kotak Mahindra under its social outreach initiative, will organize a Free Cleft Lip and Palate Surgery Camp for children born with cleft lip and cleft palate on Friday, 7 August 2026.
The camp will be conducted from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM at the Plastic Surgery Outpatient Department , First Floor, High-Tech Building, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune The initiative aims to ensure that children born with cleft lip and cleft palate receive timely diagnosis, expert surgical treatment, and comprehensive medical care.
Patients examined during the camp and found eligible for treatment will be admitted for further management. All services, including laboratory investigations, surgery, post-operative care, medicines, hospital stay, and meals for the patient and one accompanying family member, will be provided completely free of cost. This initiative is expected to provide significant relief to economically disadvantaged families seeking specialized treatment for their children.
Children affected by cleft lip and cleft palate often face not only physical challenges related to feeding, speech, and facial development, but also emotional and social difficulties that may affect their confidence and quality of life. Through this initiative, the hospital seeks to offer these children a new beginning by improving their health, restoring function, and bringing a confident smile to their faces.
Commenting on the initiative, Dr. Bhagyashree Patil, Pro-Chancellor, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth , Pimpri, Pune, said:
“Every child deserves the opportunity to live with dignity, confidence, and a healthy smile. Through this free cleft lip and palate surgery camp, we are committed to extending advanced medical care to children who need it the most. Such initiatives reflect our institution’s dedication to compassionate healthcare and social responsibility, ensuring that no child is deprived of treatment because of financial constraints.”
Dr. Yashraj P. Patil, Trustee and Treasurer, Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth , Pimpri, Pune, added,
“At Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, we believe that healthcare should be accessible, inclusive and transformative. By partnering with Mission Smile and Kotak Mahindra, we are able to provide comprehensive surgical treatment and support services free of cost to children with cleft deformities. Our goal isnot only to correct a medical condition but also to help children lead healthier, happier and more confident lives.”
Dr. Rekha Arcot, Dean, Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, Pimpri, Pune, said ,
”Children born with cleft lip and cleft palate require timely, multidisciplinary intervention to ensure healthy physical, emotional, and social development. At Dr. D. Y. Patil Medical College, Hospital & Research Centre, we are committed to providing world-class, patient-centric care through advanced surgical expertise and compassionate support services. This free surgery camp is an important step towards giving every child the opportunity to lead a healthier life with confidence and dignity. We are grateful to Mission Smile and Kotak Mahindra for partnering with us in this meaningful healthcare initiative.”
The hospital has appealed to parents and guardians of children born with cleft lip and cleft palate to make maximum use of this opportunity and seek early treatment, which can significantly improve long-term outcomes.