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Ethiopian Orthopaedic Surgeons Awarded Fellowships

ADFA has extended its scholarship program by offering 12-month fellowships for Ethiopian orthopaedic surgeons at the Ganga Hospital, Coimbatore, India.

Congratulations to the successful 2024 applicants:

* Dr Bruh Kefale Gebreyes from Haramaya University Hiwot Fana Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, Harar.

* Dr Tegenu Dinku Gurmu from Jimma University Medical Centre, Jimma.

The fellowships commence in July 2024, and includes return airfares and a monthly stipend for accommodation and meals.

These fellowships will enable surgeons to receive specialist training and return to their homeland upon completion to provide advanced medical assistance and training.

If you are interested in supporting the Fellowship Program please contact us via our website https://ausdocafrica.org or directly to finance@ausdocafrica.org.

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