Three Malian healthcare professionals trained in Dakar at the Centre cardiopédiatrique Cuomo strengthen their skills in post-operative care, ultrasound and extracorporeal circulation, in a spirit of sharing and regional cooperation.
In West Africa, less than half of all hospitals have more than two pediatric surgeons. Yet the need is growing. Faced with this situation, La Chaîne de l’Espoir is contributing to the training given as part of the Diplôme d’Études Spécialisées en chirurgie pédiatrique (DES-CP). Here’s a look back at this ten-year-old program.
In recent months, two ceremonies have been held to demonstrate La Chaîne de l’Espoir’s commitment to Senegal.
This year, a new country will benefit from the ultrasound-guided ALR training program!
In West Africa, La Chaîne de l’Espoir supports South-South cooperation.
6 cardiac children from the sub-region will benefit from surgery by Senegalese teams at the Centre Cardio-pédiatrique Cuomo (CCPC) in Dakar.
1,000th patient operated on at the Cuomo Cardiopediatric Center in Dakar
The program to develop a center of excellence in digestive endoscopy at Dakar’s Hôpital Principal continues, with the support of La Chaîne de l’Espoir.
This Thursday, September 29, is World Heart Day: the event not to be missed in the fight against cardiovascular disease. Since its foundation in 1994, La Chaîne de l’Espoir has been helping children suffering from heart disease. This day therefore has a special significance.
From June 27 to July 1, 23 people benefited from an operation as part of the 3rd digestive endoscopy mission organized this year by La Chaîne de l’Espoir in Senegal.
will take place in Benin from November 22 to 27.
Care and surgery
Training and skills transfer
Building and equipping hospitals
Prevention and screening
Emergencies and humanitarian crises
Maternal health