The Morales Foundation

A body lift is a transformative procedure that helps you reclaim your body’s shape, tightening and toning problem areas like the abdomen, thighs and buttocks. Say goodbye to loose, sagging skin and hello to a smoother, more taut overall look that lets you rock form-fitting clothes with total confidence. A body lift with Dr. Rolando Morales ensures stunning, natural-looking results that are perfectly tailored to your goals, leaving you looking and feeling your absolute best!

Honoring a legacy

“My father dedicated his entire life as a medical sculptor at the Shriners Institute in Galveston, Texas, where he worked for 40 years. It was his first and only job, and his work there made an immeasurable difference in the lives of children,” explains Dr. Morales.

The hospital provided free care to children from around the world who suffered from burn injuries or were born with cleft lip and cleft palate deformities. His father specialized in creating silicone prostheses—ears, noses, eyes—and pressure garments that helped these young patients heal and regain their confidence.

As a child, Dr. Morales spent many summers with his father at the hospital, watching him work alongside plastic and reconstructive surgeons. It was during those early experiences that he first dreamt of becoming a plastic surgeon. Tragically, his father suffered a hemorrhagic stroke shortly after his retirement five years ago, an event that profoundly impacted Dr. Morales.

“This turning point galvanized my decision to create a charitable foundation in his honor—one that would carry forward his legacy of helping children in need of reconstructive surgery,” says Dr. Morales.

“Today, as a practicing plastic surgeon living my childhood dream, I can give back in a unique way that not only transforms lives, but follows my father’s footsteps. I feel incredibly blessed to have the resources and a talented team to support this mission and honor his life’s work.”

Changing Lives

Millions of children worldwide suffer from congenital deformities, burns, and traumatic injuries, and many do not have access to the specialized care they need. At The Morales Foundation, our mission is focused on delivering life-changing care to children in underserved communities who require general plastic reconstructive surgery.

Reconstructive surgeries for children in underserved communities often address a range of congenital conditions, injuries, and deformities. These surgeries can include repairing cleft lips and palates, performing scar revisions for burn victims, removing congenital nevi, and reconstructing facial or body deformities resulting from trauma. These procedures are not only physically transformative but also have deep emotional and social impacts on the children and their families.

Dr. Rolando Morales is highly skilled in performing these complex surgeries due to his extensive experience in plastic and reconstructive surgery. His training, combined with his compassionate approach, makes him uniquely qualified to address the delicate and intricate needs of these children. By restoring function and appearance, Dr. Morales’s work helps improve a child’s ability to eat, speak, and interact with others, while also boosting their confidence and self-esteem.

The impact of these surgeries extends far beyond the individual child. Families often experience profound relief, as the surgery lifts both emotional and financial burdens. Communities benefit as well, as children who were once limited by their physical conditions are able to participate more fully in school and social activities. These surgeries create a ripple effect of hope, empowerment, and opportunity, transforming not just the child’s life but also the community in which they live.

Our First Mission Trip

What's Next

Looking ahead, The Morales Foundation continues to focus on expanding our mission trips and providing reconstructive surgeries for children in underserved communities around the world. Our goal is to reach even more children in need, helping to improve their quality of life and offer hope to families who otherwise have no access to specialized care.

Your support is vital in helping us continue this important work. Whether through a one-time donation or ongoing contributions, every dollar raised goes directly to providing life-changing surgeries to children in need. Together, we can bring hope and healing to these young patients, their families, and their communities.