2012 Visit to Harar & Mizan Teferi
A team of 12-13 doctors, nurses, orthoptists will spend most of the month of January in Harar and Mizan in this trip to Ethiopia. The aim of this project will be to perform 200 eye surgeries in each region. We look forward to a successful trip and to hear about the teams achievements upon their return.
-Portable microscope, Mobile steriliser and consumables- kindly contributed by an Anonymous donor 1
-Ophthalmic Instruments bought by Anonymous Donor 2
-Sunglasses kindly donated by Findlay & Weymouth Pharmacy in Sale, Victoria
-Spectacles bought by Pamela Nash ( valued $90 )
State One Stockbroking have donanted an A-Scanner ( valued around approx.$5000) |
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Syringes and needles donated by Terumo |
Multigate have donated Eye pads |
Abbott have donated pharmaceuticals |
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Sponsorship and development of local staff
Mr. Seid Idris, curently working as Ophthalmic Officer to train to become a Cataract Surgeon.
In October 2009, Eyes For Africa (EFA) financed his studies at Jimma University,
Ethiopia. He has embarked on a 2 year program that is recognised nationally
in Ethiopia. Upon
successfully completing this program Seid will be qualified to perform cataract
surgery, diagnose and treat eye complaints.
EFA has paid for his academic fees and many essential text books.
EFA is also funding his accomodation while studying at the university.
In this way, Eyes For Africa are ensuring the work will have a sustainable effect.
