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Every Child Deserves World-Class Heart Care. No Matter Where They Are In The World.

The Global Cardiac Alliance is committed to sustainable health care for children with cardiac disease in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC). Since Global Cardiac Alliance launched in 2014, we’ve remained committed to the highest level of transparency and reporting as a leading international charity, serving hundreds of children each year who are born with heart disease. The Global Cardiac Alliance has earned GuideStar’s 2020 Platinum Seal of Transparency by publicly sharing our key metrics and highlighting the impact we’re making in children’s lives around the world. We’re also honored to have 100-OUT-OF-100 “Give with Confidence” rating for Accounting and Finance by Charity Navigator, a trusted resource for donors and investors.

10/28/2025

❌ STOP calling short-term heart surgery missions “success.”

They save lives for a week… then leave hospitals right where they started. Most teams fly in, operate, take photos… and go home. But when the plane leaves, so does the progress.

Children keep waiting. Local doctors lose momentum. And the cycle of dependency starts again.

✅ The real solution? Stay. Train. Return.

We teach local surgeons to operate on their ow,n so hospitals can keep saving lives long after we’re gone.

Follow 👉 for real stories of impact that last generations.

💬 Comment HEART to get your FREE Impact Report on life-saving heart surgeries for children.

10/27/2025

1. Skipping Newborn Heart Checks.

Some heart defects show no symptoms at birth. Simple screening tests like pulse oximetry can detect hidden conditions early when treatment works best.

2. Ignoring Subtle Symptoms.

Blue lips, fast breathing, or poor feeding aren’t “normal baby quirks.” They’re potential red flags for heart problems.

3. Assuming “Healthy” Means “Heart-Healthy”

A child can look strong and active but still have an underlying defect. Early diagnosis is everything.

4. Delaying Pediatric Visits.

Even small delays can mean missing life-saving intervention windows. Regular check-ups matter… even when your baby seems fine.

5. Missing Family History Clues.

Heart issues often run in families. Share your family’s cardiac history with your pediatrician early on.

6. Traveling Too Late for Care.

In many regions, waiting lists are long and specialized care is far away. Advocate early and never wait for “things to get worse.”

7. Believing One Surgery Is the End.

Children often need lifelong follow-up. Ongoing care ensures the surgery’s success and a full, healthy life.

8. Not Knowing Help Exists.

Organizations like Global Cardiac Alliance train local doctors to perform these surgeries so every child can access care, no matter where they’re born.

👉 Every parent deserves to know these truths before it’s too late. Awareness saves lives.

💬 Comment HEART to get your FREE Impact Report on life-saving heart surgeries for children.

10/25/2025

The “Stay Until It’s Done” Method 👇🏼

Step 1: Don’t Just Save. Sustain.

A single surgery can save a life. But when the team leaves, care often ends. Real impact means teaching local surgeons to keep saving lives long after we’re gone.

Step 2: Train, Don’t Just Treat.

Every surgery is also a classroom. Every lesson creates another healer. Because one trained doctor can change the future of thousands of children.

Step 3: Build What Lasts.

We return for years, helping hospitals grow strong enough to stand on their own. That’s how we make sure no child waits in vain.

Step 4: Measure Legacy, Not Numbers.

We don’t count missions. We count hospitals that no longer need us. That’s what “done” really means.

Step 5: One Last Thing.

If you believe real charity doesn’t end with a photo op… you’re one of us.

Comment HEART to get your FREE Impact Report on life-saving heart surgeries for children ❤️‍🩹

10/24/2025

You don’t save a child’s life by doing one surgery.

You save it by making sure the next one doesn’t depend on you.

Most missions fly in, operate for a week, and leave. Families celebrate… then start waiting all over again.

But here’s the problem… When the plane takes off, so does the progress. No one is left to train the local team. No one is there when the next child needs surgery.

The system resets. The waiting lists grow. And hope fades… one child at a time.

💊 No amount of donations can replace trained local doctors.

💥 The only fix? Stay. Teach. Return.

Because every hospital we strengthen keeps saving lives long after we’re gone.

💬 Comment HEART to get your FREE Impact Report on life-saving heart surgeries for children.

10/23/2025

Follow 👉 , 5 Hard Truths I Learned in 30 Years of Saving Children’s Hearts ❤️‍🩹

For decades, I’ve watched parents fight for care their children should have never been denied. I’ve seen hospitals go silent once the teams flew home. And I’ve seen what happens when we stay and teach. Here’s what I learned the hard way:

1️⃣ Charity alone isn’t enough.

Performing surgeries saves lives, but teaching local doctors saves generations.

2️⃣ Most missions end too soon.

Real change takes time, return visits, and commitment long after the photos are taken.

3️⃣ Parents shouldn’t have to travel for care.

No family should sell everything just to find help. We must bring world-class care to them.

4️⃣ Progress dies without training.

When knowledge stays with one team, hospitals stay dependent. When we share it, nations grow stronger.

5️⃣ Sustainability is the only success.

Our job isn’t to be heroes, it’s to make sure no one needs us anymore.

✨ I learned these lessons the hard way… but now, every mission builds something that lasts.

💬 Comment HEART to get your FREE Impact Report on life-saving heart surgeries for children.

10/22/2025

Most parents never realize something’s wrong… until it’s too late...⏰
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Here’s the truth:
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1️⃣ Heart defects are more common than most parents realize, and many show no symptoms at birth.
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2️⃣ A baby can “look healthy” but still have a life-threatening heart condition. Early screening saves lives.
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3️⃣ Blue lips, fast breathing, and poor feeding are not “normal baby quirks.” They can be early warning signs.
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4️⃣ Access is everything. In many countries, the right surgery simply isn’t available in time, which is why awareness matters.
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5️⃣ Traveling abroad for surgery costs families years of savings… and too often, they still can’t get help in time.
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6️⃣ The most heartbreaking cases I see aren’t the sickest children — they’re the ones who were never diagnosed.
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7️⃣ Technology isn’t enough. Skilled local teams are what truly change outcomes — that’s why we train them.
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8️⃣ A child’s first surgery isn’t the end of their story; follow-up care determines if they live a full life.
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9️⃣ Every hospital should be able to save its own children. That’s what real progress looks like.
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🔟 Parents aren’t powerless. Awareness, early checks, and advocacy save lives — more than most people ever realize.
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Your child’s heart isn’t just beating… it’s growing, adapting, and depending on you to notice the signs early.
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Comment HEART to get your FREE Impact Report on life-saving heart surgeries for children. 🫀
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09/29/2025

GCA is in urgent need of a Pediatric Cardiac Intensivist and a Pediatric Cardiologist to join us in Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo on November 8 - 22. Please contact jean.towne@cardiac-alliance.org if you are interested and available.

09/03/2025

Global Cardiac Alliance is in need of Pediatric Cardiac ICU Nurses to join our team in Uzbekistan! We will go to Bukhara for the first two weeks, October 5 - 19. Bukhara is an ancient city and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Then, we will travel to Namangan from October 19 - 25, and finally to Tashkent from October 25 - November 1st.
Please email jean.towne@cardiac-alliance.org if you are interested and available for the first two weeks, the last two weeks or more.

09/11/2024

GCA is in need of PICU Nurses for Santiago, Dominican Republic on November 3 -16 and PICU Nurses and Pediatric Cardiac Intensivists for Lubumbashi, Democratic Republic of Congo November 16 - 30. Please contact Jean at jean.towne@cardiac-alliance.org if you are available.

07/09/2024

Transforming dreams into reality: Thanks to your generosity over the past five years, 'Tiny Hearts' has thrived, covering essential production costs. Now, as we near the finish line, we urgently need your support to raise $35,000 for song mixing, festival registration, and travel expenses.

Exciting news: We've officially submitted to the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)! Together, let's amplify the voices of children battling heart disease in low and middle-income countries.

Join us on this vital journey. Your donation, no matter the size, makes a profound impact.

Donate to 'Tiny Hearts Documentary: Launch Support': http://bit.ly/3Rc3e3Z

07/02/2024

Congratulations to Global Cardiac Alliance volunteer, Dr. Meghan Kelly, on being awarded The Thoracic Surgery Foundation - TSF's 2024 TSF International Medical Volunteer Scholarship!

Dr. Kelly will be joining Dr. Novick and team in Rwanda this upcoming fall.

For more information on volunteering with Global Cardiac Alliance, visit cardiac-alliance.org/volunteer.

06/25/2024

For more information on youth cardiac care and our work around the globe, visit our website: www.cardiac-alliance.org.

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The Novick Cardiac Alliance is committed to bringing sustainable health care solutions to children with cardiac disease in the developing world. We are dedicated to improving the skills, knowledge, technology and experience of local health care providers in regions of the world without access to quality Pediatric Cardiac Care. We aim to provide comprehensive care to all children with congenital or acquired heart disease regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, political ideation, genetic factors or economic means. Our vision is that in the future all children with heart disease, no matter where they are born, will be able to receive the medical and surgical care they require to live a long and healthy life.