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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.

11/21/2025

Most parents never realize their child’s first heart symptom looks nothing like a “heart problem”…

We’ve spent decades operating around the world, and I can tell you, these symptoms are almost always the early red flags that get dismissed.

Here are 3 signs no parent should ever ignore:

💔 Blue lips or fingertips, even briefly

💔 Rapid breathing or struggling to feed

💔 Not gaining weight, despite eating well

Children do not just “grow out of” these symptoms. Their hearts simply work harder until they cannot anymore. Early recognition saves lives.

At the Global Cardiac Alliance, we train local teams in low and middle income countries to diagnose and treat these conditions early so every child has a real chance at survival.

Follow for more advice that could save a child’s life ❤️

Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider regarding any concerns about your child’s health.

11/20/2025

A mother walked 300 miles carrying her dying baby…

Only to be told the surgery her child needed didn’t exist in her country.

I’m Dr. Bill Novick, and I’ve seen this reality thousands of times. Parents selling their land, their savings, even their hope, just for a chance at care that should never be out of reach.

Here’s the truth: this isn’t just a story about distance. It’s about systems.

In many countries, there are no trained surgeons, no paediatric ICUs, and no sustainable cardiac programmes.

But here’s what gives me hope: we know how to fix it.

At Global Cardiac Alliance, we:

❤️ Train local doctors and nurses in life-saving skills

🏥 Build sustainable, affordable surgical programmes

👶 Help children receive care at home, without families losing everything

🌍 Strengthen healthcare systems for the next generation

We’re turning impossible journeys into stories of healing and hope.

Comment HEART to get your Free Impact Report and see how your support creates lasting change for children worldwide ❤️‍🩹

11/19/2025

As a heart surgeon who’s treated thousands of children, I can tell you, there are symptoms you should never ignore…

5 warning signs of a potential heart problem in kids:

1️⃣ Bluish lips or fingertips - may mean their blood isn’t getting enough oxygen.

2️⃣ Extreme tiredness or trouble keeping up - constant fatigue isn’t normal.

3️⃣ Fast or heavy breathing (even at rest) - especially while sleeping or sitting still.

4️⃣ Poor weight gain or trouble feeding - in babies, this can be an early red flag.

5️⃣ Chest pain or fainting during activity - rare, but always needs a doctor’s evaluation.

I know it can be frightening, but early detection can save a life. ❤️‍🩹

Follow us for real, trustworthy advice about children’s heart health, straight from the operating room.

11/18/2025

Every 90 seconds, a child dies from something completely preventable…

In many countries, the cost of life-saving heart surgery is about $5,000, a fraction of what it costs in the US. But the real breakthrough isn’t just funding one operation. It’s what happens after.

At Global Cardiac Alliance, we don’t fly in to perform a few surgeries and disappear. We stay, teaching, training, and mentoring local doctors to build independent cardiac programmes.

Last year, we operated on 380 children across Africa and Southeast Asia. But the true impact? The surgeons we trained will save ten times more, long after we’ve left.

Together, we’re not just changing lives, we’re changing healthcare systems.

Comment HEART to get your Free Impact Report and see how your support creates lasting change for children worldwide ❤️‍🩹

11/17/2025

There’s one I’ll never forget. A tiny patient whose surgery changed everything, not just for their family, but for the entire hospital…

That day, the local team performed their first complex heart surgery with only guidance from us. I watched their confidence grow with every step, from anaesthesia to post-op care, until they realised, “We can do this.”

That moment mattered more than anything.

Because when local doctors gain the skills and confidence to operate independently, it doesn’t just save one life, it creates a ripple effect.

Every surgery becomes a lesson.

Every lesson builds a system.

And that system saves thousands of children long after we’ve gone.

This is what sustainable medicine looks like, and it’s how we end the global crisis of preventable child deaths.

Comment HEART to get your Free Impact Report, and see how your support helps local teams perform life-saving surgeries every day ❤️‍🩹

11/15/2025

Most medical missions are actually making the problem worse…

I’m Dr. Bill Novick, and after 30 years in paediatric cardiac surgery, I’ve seen how the ‘fly-in, fly-out’ model fails the very children it aims to help.

Here’s the truth: a team arrives, performs 20 surgeries, takes photos, and leaves. But when they go home, the local doctors are no better equipped, and the next year, the same children are still waiting.

At Global Cardiac Alliance, we do things differently.

We stay for 3–7 years at every site, mentoring, teaching, and building full cardiac teams who can save lives long after we’ve gone.

We don’t just heal hearts, we build healthcare systems that last.

Comment HEART to get your Free Impact Report and see how we’re creating sustainable change, one child at a time ❤️‍🩹

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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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.