As medical providers, we strive to both increase the quality and extend the lives of our patients. Recently, we had a clear reminder of the fine line between life and death. We were reminded that this fine line is much more delicate in Malawi than what we are accustomed to in the United States…
Read moreReflections from a first-time AHA volunteer
This is my first time in Africa and it has been an experience beyond anything I could have imagined. From observing and assisting surgeries in the rural Kabudula hospital to being able to experience a day in the casualty area of Lilongwe’s main hospital, Kamuzu Central Hospital (KCH), I have learned and gained incredible world experience in the span of the week…
Read moreTime passes in the blink of an eye
I'm reminded of the gentleman who thanked us for his surgery, alleviating the pain he had experienced for over a decade, and for providing the transportation funds required to get to the hospital. After surgery we exchanged a handshake, and a gentle smile. I don't want to leave…
Read moreDay Two at Dzaleka Refugee Camp!
Today at Dzalaka Refugee Camp, Dr. Mullarkey and her team treated 23 patients. The patients ages ranged from 6 up to 72 years old. The refugees are from various countries and backgrounds, with over 30,000 people living in the camp…
Read moreWednesday: Dentistry at Dzaleka Refugee Camp!
oday, the dental team spent their first day at Dzalaka refugee camp. With only a small medical clinic and no dental clinic, the residents were in great need of dental treatment…
Read moreReflections on Day 2 at Kabudula Hospital
Today was another very busy day at Kabudula Hospital! We have been so fortunate to work with the medical staff at Kabudula, including head Clinical Officer Aubry, with the partnership and support of World Altering Medicine and Watsi. We had another great day helping to relieve patients of their pain and discomfort through surgery and other medical interventions.
Read moreFirst Day Working in Malawi
After arriving yesterday, it has been an incredible two days thus far. The people of Malawi have been very welcoming and the country itself is beautiful. Today was our first day providing medical care and it was a busy one!…
Read moreOff to Malawi!
Dowa, Malawi. Photo by K. Sacca
Hailing from North Carolina, Chicago, New Orleans, and Florida, the AHA team is en route to Malawi! We have a packed schedule ahead of us, from dental work at Kabudula Hospital and Dzaleka Refugee Camp, to dozens of surgical cases at Kabudula Hospital, to trauma care, staff training, and on-call nights at Kamuzu Central Hospital…
Read moreLearn more about our team: Dr. Amber Newell
An interview with Dr. Amber Newell, an ER physician who is traveling to Malawi for her fourth time in just a few short weeks.
Read moreSummer 2017: Big plans ahead!
Follow along as we prepare for our 2017 trip to Malawi!
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