New Emergency Ward a Game Changer in Sierra Leone

Posted on Sep 23, 2019

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The new emergency ward at Koidu Government Hospital in Sierra Leone is the only one of its kind outside the capital of Freetown, and provides lifesaving work daily.

Meet New CEO Dr. Sheila Davis

Posted on Aug 12, 2019

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Dr. Sheila Davis, who became CEO on July 1, shares how she moved from being a rural Mainer interested in nursing, to a PIH-er working at the highest levels of global health.

Merging Local Birth Practice, Modern Medicine in Sierra Leone

Posted on Jul 17, 2019

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Traditional birth attendants are trusted by pregnant patients and have been welcomed alongside professional midwives at Wellbody Clinic in Sierra Leone.

Eye Surgeries Give Chiapas Toddler New Outlook on Life

Posted on Jun 24, 2019

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Well before his second birthday, Ernesto Roblero’s parents began seeing signs that their infant son was struggling with significant difficulties. But they didn’t know the cause.

Dr. Sheila Davis Named New CEO of Partners In Health

Posted on Jun 5, 2019

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Dr. Sheila Davis, currently the chief of clinical operations and chief nursing officer, was named CEO of Partners In Health, succeeding Dr. Gary Gottlieb.

How One Prenatal Checkup Saved Two Lives in Mexico

Posted on May 24, 2019

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Olga Veronica Roblero had given birth to her first three children at home. She expected to do the same with her fourth pregnancy, until one prenatal visit rose red flags at a PIH-supported clinic in rural Mexico.

Expert Moms Helping Parents Raise Healthy Babies in Rwanda

Posted on May 3, 2019

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A vital program in eastern Rwanda is designed to meet two rapidly growing needs: better outreach and education for new parents, and better support and care for infants with complicated childbirths.

Graciela Cadet: Inspiring Nurse Leader in Haiti

Posted on Apr 1, 2019

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PIH graduated its inaugural class of Nightingale Fellows, nurse leaders who received support and training in executive leadership and will use what they've learned to improve patient care.

Working in Global Health: Karim Llaro on 20 Years as a TB Nurse in Peru

Posted on Mar 22, 2019

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Karim Llaro finished nursing school and immediately began working for PIH in Peru, where she provided care to patients living with MDR-TB in the slums of Lima. She shares her thoughts about those early days working in global health.

Gladys: Trailblazer, Midwife, and Feminist in Sierra Leone

Posted on Dec 4, 2018

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Boyama Gladys Katingor, the head midwife at Wellbody Clinic in Kono, Sierra Leone, ensures every expectant mother receives the best possible care and advocates for her patients' best interests both in and outside the clinic.

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