FACING A GLOBAL NEED
FACE TO FACE is a humanitarian program conducted under the auspices of the Educational and Research Foundation for the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS Foundation). In both this country and abroad our surgeons assist those who suffer from facial deformities caused by birth or trauma. Most of those who have been helped abroad have been children.

Unlike other programs, FACE TO FACE: International makes the educational exchange among facial plastic and reconstructive surgeons all over the world an integral part of its program. Our surgeons are men and women who believe that a more lasting impact is made in communities when our FACE TO FACE teams work side by side with local medical personnel to manage an individual's care. Mutual respect grows as different surgical approaches are discussed and demonstrated. Our volunteers and our hosts orally exchange case analysis and share published information. This exchange of information, knowledge, and techniques is encouraged and contributes to the long-term success of the program.

FACE TO FACE has traveled to: Russia, Belize, China, Vietnam, Philippines and Croatia.