Obstetric fistula care in Liberia

Last month, we returned to Liberia at Phoebe Hospital, where we've been working to offer surgical services to women suffering with obstetric fistula and other types of maternal birth trauma for the last decade. In that time, we have performed several hundred surgeries and cared for many more.

For 2 weeks, we worked on a Ministry of Health sponsored campaign. This effort was championed by Drs. Minnie and Lise, as well as all the hospital staff so instrumental to the success of these efforts. It was wonderful to be with the fistula care team here and reconnect with old friends. Obstetric fistula is a devastating birth injury that is preventable, affecting over 1/2 million women worldwide. 

Many cases of fistula can be cured with specialized surgery. We are thrilled to be able to bring the #bestcareeverywhere to cure those suffering with fistula. #endfistula