Orthopaedics overseas #10. Orthopaedic surgery in Ethiopia

The author describes the orthopaedic situation in Ethiopia 15 years ago when he first went there and again, as he found it in 1985 during his latest visit. Previously, a large number of Ethiopian people had orthopaedically correctable disabilities. Today, the number is far greater and the types of disability have changed to some extent. The Department of Surgery at the Addis Ababa University under Prof. Asrat Woldeyes of the Faculty of Medicine, is working to modify the situation. However, there is a great need for ongoing orthopaedic assistance in the nature of teaching, service and equipment. Orthopaedics Overseas, Inc., has initiated a program to supply volunteer surgeons and equipment.