French – “The succession of tomorrow” Veteran ophthalmology resident Dr. Roger looks on as newly-arrived surgical ophthalmology intern Dr. Siméon administers an on-site visual acuity exam to a patient in the pediatrics department. Bongolo’s strong tradition in training prepares its graduates to not only provide excellent medical care, but to pass on their knowledge to
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“Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.” – Matthew 28: 19-20 Students in Bongolo’s nursing program benefit from frequent opportunities to work alongside experienced doctors and nurses to
At only 1200g (2lbs, 10oz), premature newborn Gabrielle is smaller than 99% of newborn babies as she joins the world. Her cesarean birth at Bongolo was a success and her prognosis is good, but given a complication late in the pregnancy doctors say Gabrielle would not likely have survived a home birth had her mother
Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” – Matthew 19:14 The pediatrics department at Bongolo Hospital sees thousands of patients each year for care of conditions like malaria, pneumonia, sickle cell anemia, and dehydration, making Bongolo’s pediatrics department one of
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And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace, and be healed of your disease.” – Mark 5:34 When Patricia, age 31, came to Bongolo for care of a heart condition last week at the recommendation of her family, medical imaging revealed a massive blood clot in her heart that could
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A delegation from African Mission Healthcare (AMH) spent their multi-day visit to Bongolo Hospital this week touring the hospital, learning about Bongolo’s many training programs, and meeting with hospital leadership to discuss specific plans to further develop the hospital and its priorities. AMH and Bongolo Hospital are delighted to announce the start of a 10-year
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“Whatever you do, work heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” (Colossians 3:23) Doctors, nurses, missionaries, and other staff at Bongolo Hospital are working together to find creative ways to meet the challenges of the ongoing worldwide COVID pandemic. Here, American missionary Alace Straw volunteers extra hours helping to organize and dispense vital
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Congratulations to Peya, Mathieu, and Joseph! They completed the first formal Nurse Anesthesia Training program at Bongolo Hospital and celebrated their graduation on June 26th. These men completed over 500 hours of classroom and simulation work and over 5000 hours of hands-on clinical experience during the last two years. Goal achieved–to provide safe and competent
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The recent installation of a brand new, all digital X-Ray system not only places important imaging information at the fingertips of Bongolo doctors, it also allows for easy collaboration with specialists anywhere in the world. This means that even patients in the remote tropical rainforests of Gabon can have access to the best possible medical
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Bongolo’s School of Health began a three-year nurse training course on January 4, 2021, with a record number of 20 new students. The course is a 36-month program of about 3600 hours of combined classroom and practical work. Sandie Freeman, RN, MSN (Masters of Science in Nursing) is the school’s director and teaches alongside Amanda
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