The All Africa Leprosy and Rehabilitation Training Centre (ALERT) Hospital has opened doors to a dedicated children’s Operating Room courtesy of global charities Smile Train and Kids Operating Room (KidsOR).
Smile Train Senior Program Manager East Africa, Sesnie Zemichael acknowledged the need to prioritize surgical care for children, praising the long-standing partnership with ALERT in providing timely surgical care for children with cleft.
“There are still many children in need of quality surgical care in Ethiopia. We are happy to have funded the refurbishment of the theatre at ALERT, one of our longest-serving cleft care centre and KidsOR brought life to the theatres with the pristine equipment and vibrant artwork. It is such a pleasant experience for patient and medical professionals alike,” noted Sesnie.