Scaling Excellence in Lucknow: CURE India Strengthens Systems at King George Medical College

Administrative Strength Meets Clinical Compassion: How Training at KGMC is Professionalizing the Fight Against Clubfoot in Uttar Pradesh

In the heart of Lucknow, at the prestigious King George Medical College (KGMC), a vital transformation took place on 27–28 February 2026. While the medical wards of KGMC are renowned for healing, the true sustainability of healthcare lies in the strength of its systems. CURE India (often known as CURE) successfully conducted a two-day intensive Staff Training Program, reinforcing our commitment to providing world-class, child-focused care for those born with Clubfoot.

As one of the Top 10 NGO's in India, CURE India understands that to maintain the largest clubfoot program in the world, our administrative and operational backbone must be as resilient as our clinical protocols. Under the visionary leadership of our Director, Dr. Santhosh George, this training was designed to ensure that every child in Uttar Pradesh receives treatment that is not only free but of the highest global standard.

Day 1: The Foundation of Reliable Care

The first day of training focused on the "how" of our mission. To provide Free Treatment to thousands, a non-profit must operate with the precision of a top-tier institution. Led by our HOD, Dr. Vikas Verma, the team aligned on organizational goals that prioritize social impact and patient dignity.

Key sessions included:

• Clinic Management & Finance: Standardizing how centers function to ensure transparency of fund usage and operational efficiency.
• HR Processes: Strengthening the coordination between our District Project Coordinators (DPCs) and the medical teams.
• Interactive Problem-Solving: Dr. Syyed Faisal addressed field-level queries, ensuring that our DPCs have the support they need to navigate complex family dynamics and clinical hurdles.

We were further honored by a visit from Dr. Suresh Chand, whose presence underscored the collaborative spirit between CURE India and the medical leadership of Uttar Pradesh.

Day 2: Standardizing the Cure through the Ponseti Method

The second day pivoted toward clinical excellence and national coordination. Our Uttar Pradesh State Program Coordinator, Ms. Roopa William, led sessions on standardized treatment protocols. Central to this is the Ponseti method, the globally recognized non-surgical gold standard for clubfoot correction.

The team focused on:

• Early Intervention: Strategies to identify and enroll children within the first weeks of life.
• Brace Compliance: Training staff to better educate families on the importance of the FAB (Foot Abduction Brace). We know that the brace is the only way to prevent a relapse, and our team is now better equipped to ensure every parent understands its life-saving value.
• National Coordination: Mr. Shubham Shekhar and Mr. Anand from the National Office facilitated sessions on effective cross-team coordination, ensuring that the successes in Lucknow are mirrored across our national presence.

RunFree2030: Our Urgent Mission for India’s Children

CURE India is proud to have documented the most number of clubfoot children treated globally—over 125,000 lives transformed to date. This legacy is what gives us our credibility as a Top 10 NGO in the country. However, the numbers remind us of the work ahead.

Currently, CURE India is treating 33% of children born with clubfoot in India. Our RunFree2030 initiative is an ambitious roadmap to scale up to 70% coverage in the next 5 years. To reach this goal, centers like KGMC Lucknow must function as hubs of excellence. By professionalizing our staff, we are building the infrastructure needed to find every "missed" child and offer them a path to a mobile, independent life.

Credibility, Transparency, and Your Role

To our donors, medical professionals, and the general public: your support is the reason these training programs exist. We maintain a standard of absolute transparency of fund usage. When you make a donation to CURE India, you aren't just buying a bandage; you are funding the professional expertise, the specialized FAB braces, and the national systems required to eradicate clubfoot disability.

We invite you to join the RunFree2030 movement:

1. Donation: Your financial gift is the most direct way to support our "Free Treatment" model. Every rupee brings us closer to our 70% target. Donate to CURE India.
2. Volunteer: We ask people to volunteer their time. Whether you are a student or a professional, your voice can help us spread awareness in local communities.
3. Advocate: Help us demystify clubfoot. Tell your community that help is available and completely free through CURE.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the doctors and staff at KGMC Lucknow and our National Office team. Together, we are moving closer to a future where no child lives with untreated clubfoot. Let's make India run free.