NuVasive Spine Foundation
Changing lives, one spine at a time.
The NuVasive Spine Foundation (NSF) and Globus Cares (GCARES) grant program are joining forces! United as one, we will carry on 15+ years of bringing life-changing spine surgery, training, and technology to under-resourced communities around the world through medical mission trips. Stay tuned more info coming soon!
Our Impact Since 2009
Providing life-changing spine surgery for individuals today, while supplying training and technology to grow our impact tomorrow.
Every day I look forward to my new spine taking me through life’s wonderful journey – signed most grateful scoliosis warrior
— Janine, Barbados
Surgery provided by the NSF Medical Mission Program
JOINING FORCES WITH GLOBUS MEDICAL
We are thrilled to be working towards uniting the NuVasive Spine Foundation (NSF) and Globus Cares (GCARES) grant program to offer tailored support options from long-term partnerships to one-time grants, a full-time staff who specializes in medical mission operations and the generous support of Globus Medical.
Our volunteer teams will now have access to both NuVasive and Globus Medical products and services. We will provide unparalleled support and partnership for medical mission teams so that they can focus on doing what they do best, changing lives one spine at a time. Please stay tuned – more info is coming soon!
Medical Mission Trip Program
How we can help:
- A sliding scale of tailored support medical mission trip options from long-term partnerships to one-time grants
- Medical mission trip logistics and administration support
- Medical mission trip funding (i.e., patient care, OR supplies, transportation, volunteer travel scholarships)
- Spinal hardware, technology, and clinical services (neuromonitoring and product support)
- A network of passionate clinical and non-clinical volunteers
- Fundraising support and resources
What’s New with NSF?
$325k Raised – 2021 Golf Tournament & Auction
October 6, 2021
September 27, 2021 marked the triumphant return of our annual NSF Golf Tournament and Auction. Together, we raised $325,000 to […]
Proud to resume travel for the NSF medical mission program
May 20, 2021
With travel restrictions starting to ease, we are excited to once again be at our partner sites helping provide life-changing spine surgery, training, and technology to medically under-resourced communities around the world.
Patient Profile: Meet Lazaro
July 11, 2019
“Most Hondurans can’t afford private healthcare and the public health system is overwhelmed with people waiting years to see a doctor. Most are left without any options and must live with their pain or illness. I feel blessed that I was chosen to receive relief.”
Patient Profile: Meet Jorge
July 1, 2019
“I knew something was seriously wrong with my back, but I could not afford an MRI or to see a doctor with the skills to diagnose me. I can’t begin to thank the team of doctors who gave me back the ability to play ball with my five-year-old son.”
Patient Profile: Meet Ramiro
July 1, 2019
“I lived in excruciating pain for six years and was unable to walk or sleep. I saw several doctors, who said they could not help me. After receiving the donated surgery,I no longer feel like a burden to those around me. I can live my life on my own and without pain.”
Patient Profile: Meet Vilma
July 1, 2019
“I suffered in terrible pain for 15 years. I had to quit my job as a nurse, and as the pain got worse, I worried that I would not be able to take care of myself and my family.Today, I thank God and the team of surgeons who gave me a second chance at life.”
Patient Profile: Meet Daniela
July 1, 2019
“I was living in horrible pain. I couldn’t walk, stand-up, go to the bathroom or take care of my son. When I stood up for the first time after surgery, I felt like the happiest woman in the world. I feel like I have my life back and can be the mother my son needs.”