By Saidu Jalloh, Reporter D.S
The Surgeon in Action Foundation, a Spanish medical organization, has significantly improved healthcare services at the Sierra Leone Police Hospital through a series of free surgical operations and the donation of advanced medical equipment.
This initiative aims to enhance medical support for police officers, their families, and the broader community. Under the leadership of Inspector General of Police William Fayia Sellu, the partnership has focused on expanding healthcare access to underserved regions, including Bonthe, Lungi, Kono, and Kailahun. ASP Dr. John Mumuneh Konteh, the Medical Superintendent of the hospital, has been instrumental in these efforts.
Recently, the foundation donated surgical equipment valued at over $70,000, which has significantly upgraded the hospital’s medical capabilities. As part of this initiative, 199 patients benefited from free surgeries, including procedures such as hernia repairs (143 cases), thyroidectomies (27), lipoma removals (19), and other surgeries.
The medical team involved in these operations expressed their dedication to improving Sierra Leone’s healthcare system and appreciated the warm reception from police management.
In addition to providing immediate medical support, the foundation announced plans to offer a full scholarship to a hospital staff member for advanced training in a specialized medical field, further contributing to the development of healthcare in the region.
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