The President of the Uganda Medical Association, Dr. Herbert Luswata, delivers a compelling message asking government officials to received treatment in country rather than using precious public resources that drain investment in healthcare facilities and staff training. When leaders leave a country to consume medical services elsewhere, public trust and confidence is eroded. This message is a familiar one echoed in many developing countries - a message that has largely been ignored. If leaders continue to seek treatment abroad, why not call for them to pay out of pocket, minimizing the financial impact of their expensive choices? Revised public policy measures & more rigorous medical tourism standards could help if there is political will. #Uganda #MedicalTourism #Investment #StaffTraining #UgandaMedicalAssociation #PublicPolicy #MedicalTourismStandards https://ow.ly/NX7o50QHKPH
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The President of the Uganda Medical Association, Dr. Herbert Luswata, delivers a compelling message asking government officials to received treatment in country rather than using precious public resources that drain investment in healthcare facilities and staff training. When leaders leave a country to consume medical services elsewhere, public trust and confidence is eroded. This message is a familiar one echoed in many developing countries - a message that has largely been ignored. If leaders continue to seek treatment abroad, why not call for them to pay out of pocket, minimizing the financial impact of their expensive choices? Revised public policy measures & more rigorous medical tourism standards could help if there is political will. #Uganda #MedicalTourism #Investment #StaffTraining #UgandaMedicalAssociation #PublicPolicy #MedicalTourismStandards https://ow.ly/NX7o50QHKPH
A Call for Change: Uganda's Medical Association Urges Government Officials to Use Local Healthcare Facilities
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The President of the Uganda Medical Association, Dr. Herbert Luswata, delivers a compelling message asking government officials to received treatment in country rather than using precious public resources that drain investment in healthcare facilities and staff training. When leaders leave a country to consume medical services elsewhere, public trust and confidence is eroded. This message is a familiar one echoed in many developing countries - a message that has largely been ignored. If leaders continue to seek treatment abroad, why not call for them to pay out of pocket, minimizing the financial impact of their expensive choices? Revised public policy measures & more rigorous medical tourism standards could help if there is political will. #Uganda #MedicalTourism #Investment #StaffTraining #UgandaMedicalAssociation #PublicPolicy #MedicalTourismStandards https://ow.ly/PWFJ50QHKPG
A Call for Change: Uganda's Medical Association Urges Government Officials to Use Local Healthcare Facilities
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The President of the Uganda Medical Association, Dr. Herbert Luswata, delivers a compelling message asking government officials to received treatment in country rather than using precious public resources that drain investment in healthcare facilities and staff training. When leaders leave a country to consume medical services elsewhere, public trust and confidence is eroded. This message is a familiar one echoed in many developing countries - a message that has largely been ignored. If leaders continue to seek treatment abroad, why not call for them to pay out of pocket, minimizing the financial impact of their expensive choices? Revised public policy measures & more rigorous medical tourism standards could help if there is political will. #Uganda #MedicalTourism #Investment #StaffTraining #UgandaMedicalAssociation #PublicPolicy #MedicalTourismStandards https://ow.ly/PWFJ50QHKPG
A Call for Change: Uganda's Medical Association Urges Government Officials to Use Local Healthcare Facilities
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The President of the Uganda Medical Association, Dr. Herbert Luswata, delivers a compelling message asking government officials to receive treatment in country rather than using precious financial resources that drain investment in healthcare facilities and staff training. When leaders leave a country to consume medical services elsewhere, public trust and confidence is eroded. This message is a familiar one echoed in many developing countries - a message that has largely been ignored. If leaders want to leave to receive treatment abroad, why not call for them to pay out of pocket, minimizing the financial impact of their expensive choices? #Uganda #MedicalTourism #Investment #StaffTraining #UgandaMedicalAssociation
A Call for Change: Uganda's Medical Association Urges Government Officials to Use Local Healthcare Facilities
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While the country grapples with a severe deficit in medical personnel, inadequate medical facilities, and limited access to affordable drugs and vaccines, the Nigerian elite sidesteps these issues by engaging in medical tourism. According to the CBN, Nigerians spent $3.8 million on foreign healthcare between January and December 2023. The emigration of doctors has left Nigeria’s rural areas and decrepit primary health centres in dire straits. Nigeria’s efforts to entice these professionals home must involve replicating the favourable working conditions they enjoy abroad. Improved salaries, an enabling environment, and opportunities for their families are essential. #healthcare #governance #migration #hospitals #doctors
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In Africa, Operation Smile provides surgical and comprehensive care for patients and educational programs for healthcare workers across 11 countries. Since 1987, Operation Smile has delivered high-quality care to approximately 9,000 patients in Kenya alone. Our reach extends to countries including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Malawi, Morocco, Mozambique, Rwanda and South Africa, where it partners and collaborates closely with local communities, hospitals, governments, ministries of health, universities and healthcare professionals to improve access to essential healthcare services and education and training. This year's African Union theme, "Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality and relevant learning in Africa," profoundly resonates with our mission. Our work in Africa extends beyond surgical interventions; it's about constructing sustainable healthcare systems capable of withstanding challenges and serving communities for generations to come. https://lnkd.in/dM-XQSHN
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👇👇👇👇👇👇👇 President Bola Tinubu has appealed to Nigerian medical practitioners in the diaspora to return to the country to serve Nigerians and to contribute their quota to the development of Nigeria's medical sector and also to serve Nigerians. The President made the call at the unveiling of Nigeria's Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative at the State House, Abuja on Tuesday, December 12. Describing health as a fundamental human right, President Tinubu announced plans for a comprehensive revamp of physical infrastructure, and equipment and the re-training of frontline health workers starting in 2024. The President boasted that Nigeria remained a rallying point for the best minds in the medical profession, prompting his administration to allocate a substantial sum for the sector in the 2024 budget currently before the National Assembly. He went on to be Nigerian medical practitioners in the diaspora to return home to serve their people. "We encourage those Nigerian health professionals in the Diaspora, just like Professor Ali Pate and Tunji Alausa have done, to sacrifice their time to come back home and serve their people. Consider your contributions here at home, as we say, 'Charity begins at home'. For the developed countries who benefited from amazing talents of Nigerian health workers, we'll really encourage them to consider how to support the expansion of training facilities in Nigeria to replace those that they have recruited from here. You should also look at the short and long-term opportunities that we offer. Yes, we have a vibrant, well-educated society, but we need Nigeria to rise on one side with climate change and drop the health system to decay. We will rise✍️
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*FREE MEDICAL OUTREACH* In a concerted effort to address the healthcare needs of underserved communities, a team of dedicated healthcare volunteers embarked on a transformative journey to Izzi Local Government Area in Ebonyi State. Set against the picturesque backdrop of this area in Ebonyi, this free medical outreach aimed to bridge the gap in healthcare accessibility, offering vital services to those in need. From the moment the outreach began, the impact was palpable. The team worked tirelessly to provide comprehensive medical care to residents who often lack access to even basic healthcare services. Patients streamed in, eager to receive much-needed medical attention. From general check-ups to specialized consultations, every aspect of healthcare was addressed with compassion and expertise. Preventive services such as health education sessions played a crucial role in empowering individuals to take charge of their well-being. But the impact extended beyond the confines of medical treatment. By fostering a sense of community and solidarity, the outreach event served as a catalyst for positive change. Residents, many of whom face economic hardship and geographical isolation, found solace in knowing that their health concerns were being addressed with care and dignity. Moreover, the outreach event served as a platform for collaboration and capacity-building especially with other notable bodies. Local healthcare providers had the opportunity to exchange knowledge and skills with visiting professionals, strengthening the healthcare infrastructure from within. As the sun set on Izzi LGA, the echoes of gratitude reverberated through the air. Lives had been touched, hope had been restored, and a brighter future lay on the horizon. Through this free medical humanitarian outreach, the bonds of compassion transcended boundaries, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts and minds of all involved. *PLEASE LIKE,COMMENT AND FOLLOW US* #SDGs #medicaloutreach #ngos #usaid #tonyelumelufoundation #ebonyistate #Nigeria
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As we commemorate Africa Day tomorrow, we envision a future where every African has access to quality healthcare and education. Operation Smile remains steadfast in its commitment to this vision, empowering communities, training healthcare professionals, and building resilient health systems across Africa—a journey towards a healthier, more prosperous Africa for all. Our approach emphasizes capacity building and development to ensure the long-term sustainability of our initiatives. Through strategic partnerships with academic institutions, ministries of health, and corporate entities, we deliver targeted programs tailored to address the specific needs of local healthcare systems. In Africa, Operation Smile provides both medical care for patients and educational programs for healthcare workers across 10 countries. Since 1987, Operation Smile has delivered high-quality care to approximately 9,000 patients in Kenya alone. Our reach extends to countries including the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, Madagascar, Malawi, Morocco, Mozambique, Rwanda, South Africa, and Tanzania, where it collaborates closely with local communities and healthcare professionals to improve access to essential healthcare services and education. This year's African Union theme, "Educate an African fit for the 21st Century: Building resilient education systems for increased access to inclusive, lifelong, quality, and relevant learning in Africa," profoundly resonates with our mission. Our work in Africa extends beyond surgical interventions; it's about constructing sustainable healthcare systems capable of withstanding challenges and serving communities for generations to come.
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