It may be hard to imagine, but each year in Indonesia, approximately 10,000 babies are born with cleft conditions. Most families only discover their child’s condition after birth. However, there are fewer than 300 qualified surgeons across the entire country. For many families, the greatest challenge is finding a hospital capable of performing cleft surgeries.

The Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation (NCF) and the Craniofacial Center of Chang Gung Memorial Hospital jointly organized the Love Makes Whole Medical Mission Team. From March 23 to 28, 2025, a total of 12 medical experts and staff from Taiwan and DCKH—NCF’s international partner in Germany—visited Vietnam to conduct advanced cleft surgery demonstrations and host medical lectures.

To encourage children with craniofacial conditions, the Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation (NCF) has been organizing annual art competitions for the past few years. Through painting, children rediscover joy, creativity and most importantly, confidence.

Dear Craniofacial friends, The Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation has been with you since the beginning of your treatment journey, witnessing your growth and helping you discover your potential.

The "Love Makes Whole" Medical Mission Team marked its return to the Philippines in 2023, 14 years after its last visit. This year’s mission followed the success of last year’s efforts, bringing renewed hope to families in need. From November 18 to 21, the team provided life-changing medical care to 20 children from various parts of Mindanao at the United Davao Specialists Hospital and Medical Center, Inc.

Behind Every Smile Lies a Story of Courage To celebrate the 26th anniversary of international medical missions, the Noordhoff Craniofacial Foundation (NCF) hosted the "Hou Yi Shui Shui" International Program Exhibition at Taipei Songshan Cultural and Creative Park in November 2024.