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Orthopaedic Institute for Children (OIC)Calexico Clinics
Vincent Labarinto, Vany Long, Joshua Torres, Nancy Nguyen, Alexandra Novac
Mission Statement “Our mission is to provide outstanding care for patients with musculoskeletal disorders and through the support of the Orthopaedic Institute for Children Foundation, to provide care for
children regardless of ability to pay and advance care worldwide for all musculoskeletal patients through medical education and scientific research.”
OriginFounded:
In 1911 as Los Angeles Orthopaedic Hospital
Sole focus:Musculoskeletal conditions in
children
In partnership with UCLA, they make constant medical
advancements in research and education.
LocationsThese free clinics take place in Calexico and Mexicali to help children in underserved Latino communities
that struggle with healthcare disparities. Some disparities include access to healthcare, health
insurance coverage, and quality of care.
Specialty Centers
Center for Sports MedicineOIC specializes in helping young athletes with injuries and help them get back to normal. They address all aspects of the patient and tailor the care to the individual. They do so by:
- Providing expert clinical care- Making sure young athletes understand what it
will take to return to their activity and the process to get there
- Helping prevent further injury or re-injury
Scoliosis CenterOIC offers a combination of leading-edge technology with expertise in pediatric scoliosis. OIC is home to some of the world’s leading experts in the field of pediatric orthopedics, including scoliosis.
Center for Cerebral Palsy The Center for Cerebral Palsy at UCLA/OIC is dedicated to improving the physical ability and independence of all children diagnosed with cerebral palsy.
Services ProvidedOIC offers children unparalleled care with pediatric orthopaedic specialties. For over 100 years, OIC doctors and staff have led the field of pediatric orthopedics with uncompromising confidence.
Target PopulationChildren outside of the United States (from various countries) regardless of financial situation. Through
this program 150,000 children have been served and treated by board certified surgeons at OIC.
Services Offered at Calexico Clinics
- Diagnostic x-rays- Teleradiology- Assistance with Medical Visas- Immediate consultation with a quality Physician- 100% free care (travel, surgeries, lab tests, etc.)
Next Event Dates - 2020December 4 – CalexicoDecember 5 - Mexicali
Calexico ClinicsOIC has an ongoing project called the International
Children’s Program (ICP). The ICP seeks to help children from over 15 countries such as Nigeria,
Tanzania, and the Philippines. One part of the ICP is the Calexico Clinics.
