By Amin Kef (Ranger)
Choithram Memorial Hospital is poised to make a significant impact on healthcare accessibility in Sierra Leone with its upcoming Free Surgery Camp, scheduled for December 9 to December 14, 2024. This remarkable initiative will provide life-changing cleft lip and palate surgeries at no cost, offering vital medical treatments to those who may not have access due to financial constraints.
Leading the surgery camp is the esteemed Professor (Dr.) Bayo Aluko-Olokun, a renowned Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon from Abuja, Nigeria. Dr. Aluko-Olokun is celebrated for developing the innovative Olokun-Olaitan technique for cleft lip and palate repair. He will be joined by Choithram Memorial Hospital’s own skilled Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Eric Wongo, along with a team of expert medical professionals from both Sierra Leone and Nigeria. Together, they are dedicated to providing world-class surgical care for patients in need.
This initiative is open to both new patients requiring initial surgeries and those in need of follow-up procedures. By offering these surgeries for free, Choithram Memorial Hospital underscores its commitment to breaking down financial barriers and ensuring all Sierra Leoneans have access to essential healthcare services.
Dr. Gowrinath M. George, Medical Superintendent of Choithram Memorial Hospital, expressed his deep appreciation for the collaboration with Dr. Aluko-Olokun and his team. “This is a unique opportunity for many Sierra Leoneans to receive life-changing surgeries. We strongly encourage those who qualify to take advantage of this invaluable service,” Dr. George said.
In addition to this life-changing initiative, Choithram Memorial Hospital continues to enhance its medical services. Earlier this year, the hospital launched a state-of-the-art MRI machine, strengthening its diagnostic capabilities and reinforcing its mission to provide the highest quality care to the community.
Harish Agnani, Chief Administrator of Choithram Group, emphasized the hospital’s ongoing investment in advanced medical technology. “Our commitment is to provide comprehensive, cutting-edge healthcare to the community, and the Free Surgery Camp is a testament to that dedication,” Agnani stated.
Registration for the Free Surgery Camp opened on November 6, 2024. Patients or their families who wish to participate are encouraged to contact the hospital at +232 76 541 331 or visit Choithram Memorial Hospital at Hill Station, Freetown, to secure their spot.
Through this initiative, Choithram Memorial Hospital continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Sierra Leoneans, ensuring that even those with limited financial means have access to critical healthcare services.
