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May 1, 2025

Ethiopian Health Minister Honor Grace Hospital with Official Visit

Ethiopia's Health Minister and South Ethiopia Region President conducted a high-level visit to Grace Hospital, recognizing its transformative healthcare services in Sodo.

Ethiopian Health Minister Honor Grace Hospital with Official Visit

Sodo, Ethiopia – In a landmark event for regional healthcare, H.E. Dr. Mekdes Daba, Minister of Health of Ethiopia, and Ato Tilahun Kebede, President of South Ethiopia Region, officially visited Grace Hospital, commending its innovative patient care models and advanced medical infrastructure.

Key Moments from the Visit

Facility Tour

The delegation inspected:

The 24/7 emergency unit, praised for handling complex trauma cases

The endoscopy center (first in South Ethiopia)

The Smile Train-sponsored cleft care program performing free surgeries

Staff Engagement

Observed PUM Netherlands-trained teams implementing lean healthcare

Met neonatal ICU nurses reducing infant mortality through kangaroo mother care

Policy Discussions

Explored scaling Grace Hospital's specialist-led model to other regions

Official Statements

"Grace Hospital demonstrates how public-private collaboration can revolutionize healthcare access. We will replicate this model nationwide."

– H.E. Dr. Mekdes Daba, Ethiopian Minister of Health

"This institution is our region’s crown jewel. We pledge full support for its expansion."

– Ato Tilahun Kebede, South Ethiopia Region President

Next Steps

Government partnership to train 500 health workers annually

Priority referral status for complex cases across Southern Ethiopia

Inclusion in the national 2024 Health Sector Transformation Plan

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Published on 5/1/2025

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