2025
Gudalajara Trip

The Guadalajara Mission Was a Great Success

Mission:BRAIN returned to Guadalajara for a three-day mission that blended education, surgery, and service. From student-led panels and pediatric visits to five collaborative neurosurgeries across two hospitals, this trip was a celebration of collaboration—with lives changed, leaders inspired, and hope spread.

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A group of Mission:Brain volunteers and students gather in an auditorium, smiling alongside a senior mentor—capturing the spirit of learning, mentorship, and community during the Guadalajara mission.
A Mission:Brain physician examines spinal and cranial X-rays while speaking with a patient, highlighting the hands-on care and diagnostic work being done during the Guadalajara mission.
A Mission:Brain physician examines spinal and cranial X-rays while speaking with a patient, highlighting the hands-on care and diagnostic work being done.
A young patient smiles in bed while proudly showing her drawing, joined by two Mission:Brain volunteers—capturing a joyful moment of connection and creativity during the Guadalajara outreach.
A smiling Mission:Brain team poses in front of Hospitales Puerta de Hierro, celebrating collaboration, compassion, and shared purpose during their medical mission in Guadalajara.
Mission:Brain volunteers and leaders gather for a group photo in front of a branded backdrop—celebrating unity, purpose, and the collective impact of the Guadalajara mission.
Mission:Brain students and volunteers pose in front of a vibrant mural in Guadalajara, reflecting the cultural richness and passionate spirit behind their medical outreach efforts.
A Mission:Brain surgeon prepares in the operating room, wearing a custom scrub cap featuring the organization’s logo—capturing the global reach and dedication of the surgical team beyond Guadalajara.
A patient in pink flashes a peace sign while smiling with three Mission:Brain volunteers by her bedside—capturing a lighthearted, uplifting moment during the Guadalajara mission.
We are better together

An Night of Conversation, Community, and Live Music

After two days of successful surgeries, the community came together for Beyond the Operating Room: Leadership That Saves Lives. Dr. Alfredo Quiñones shared his inspiring journey, and the Filarmónica Vivaldi closed the night with a moving performance—a testament to how one story can inspire many to act, give, and lead.

Inspiring Talk

Dr. Q’s words moved an audience of over 1,300, highlighting how compassionate leadership transforms lives.

Live Music

The FilarmĂłnica Vivaldi ended the evening on a high note, uniting guests in celebration and purpose.

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Promotional image for Mission:Brain featuring Dr. Q at his Guadalajara event. Details: August 2nd, Moncayo Theater, 5PM CST.
A Mexico-flag brain surrounded by Dr. Q, Dr. Santiago Núñez, and Dr. Victor Garcia, symbolizing Mission:Brain’s global collaboration in neurosurgery.

Private Q&A and Networking for Students

On the first day of the mission, over 180 students from three Guadalajara universities joined Dr. Alfredo Quiñones, Dr. Víctor García, April Sabangan, and Dr. Santiago Nuñez for a lively panel on neurosurgery and global health. The event featured open dialogue, insightful Q&A, and a spirited game of Jeopardy—fostering connection, laughter, and collaboration across Mission:BRAIN chapters.

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Arts, Crafts, and Toys for Young Patients in Guadalajara

During the first surgical day, Mission:BRAIN volunteers from three local chapters visited the pediatric wing at Hospital Civil de Guadalajara—bringing toys, painting, and crafts to brighten the children’s day. The visit was filled with laughter, color, and heartwarming moments, including Dr. Q and Alexis Ayala dressing up as Spiderman at a mother’s request. The team left inspired, reminded why this mission matters.

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A young child paints with bright orange, wearing a shirt with a brain design—capturing the joy behind Mission:Brain’s arts and crafts day for pediatric patients in Guadalajara.
July 31 - Aug 2nd

Beyond the operating room: Leadership that Saves

Mission Brain is dedicated to introducing neurosurgery to underdeveloped and underserved countries. Through our chapters and a variety of activities, we aim to provide access to life-saving neurosurgical care to those in need. Our mission is to empower communities, improve healthcare infrastructure, and save lives.

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Our Beginnings

Mission Brain was founded with the goal of bringing neurosurgery to underserved regions. Our team of dedicated volunteers and medical professionals have since worked tirelessly to make this vision a reality.

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2015

Expanding Our Reach

Over the years, Mission Brain has expanded its operations to multiple countries, establishing chapters and collaborating with local healthcare providers. Together, we strive to make neurosurgical care accessible to all. We placed the first neurosurgeon in South Sudan.

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Future Goals

Looking ahead, Mission Brain aims to continue expanding its reach, establishing more chapters and partnerships to provide neurosurgical care to even more underserved communities. Our long-term goal is to create sustainable healthcare systems that prioritize neurosurgery.

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Impact So Far

Since our inception, Mission Brain has performed over 1,000 neurosurgical procedures, transforming the lives of patients and their families. We continue to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve. We placed the first neurosurgeon in South Sudan, and we've got plenty more to tell you about. Check out our leaning center.

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