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Volunteer on the next Mission: Oct. 26 - Nov. 3, 2024
We welcome John Morgan DDS, Director of Special Projects and Global Service Learning at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine and Tufts clinical instructor John Winterlee DMD, who will both be joining our team on a continual basis with their Tufts University dental students . We also welcome Seth Krawitz MD and Fank LaRosa MD who will be leading our surgical team of medical doctors as a permanent part of our missions.
Experience High Adventure with Hiking and Rappelling in Sipi Falls, optional Class V Whitewater Rafting on the Nile River and Fly-in Safari or Gorilla Trek
Experience High Adventure with Hiking and Rappelling in Sipi Falls, optional Class V Whitewater Rafting on the Nile River and Fly-in Safari or Gorilla Trek
mission Accomplished!
Dr. Frank LaRosa screening for eye issues at the Tobin Medical Center in Mbale. Over 50 patients had successful cataract surgery.
We have just returned from our October 2023 mission in Mbale District in Uganda where we were graciously hosted by Gershom Sizomu former Member of Parliament and the Abayudaya community. We are also proud to announce that we have just completed our first ever medical/dental mission. Renowned opthalmologists Frank Larosa MD, PhD and Seth Krawitz MD performed over fifty cataract surgeries in Mbale Hospital. Kathleen Larosa MD made the pediatric rounds even diagnosing a case of muscular dystrophy on a three year old.
Veselin Shumantov DDS and Ivan Ssejjoba DDS were the stars of the dental clinic . They treated hundreds of students from the three area schools in Nabugoye in addition to the adults in the village. These extremely talented dentists handled the most difficult extractions with ease.
The October 2023 dental program was run concurrently with our "Dental Explorations Team" and Tufts University Dental School headed by John Morgan DDS, Professor and Director of Special Projects and Global Service Learning. Our dental crew included ten dentists, six Tufts dental students and over a dozen support personnel. For our program to be selected by Tufts to offer training to their dental students is a testament to the high quality and standards of our mission.
We strongly encourage medical personnel in all fields to sign on to this exciting venture. There is a tremendous need for doctors/dentists as well as nurses, hygienists and assistants to alleviate the pressing health care issues in this part of the developing world. Please leave your contact information.
P.S. - We were also able to squeeze in time for a hike to Sipi Falls.
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Dr. Stacy Silvers examining children for T&A removal. Many adults presented with goiters and will undergo thyroid surgery.
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Sipi Falls after the rainy season is in full force.
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All of the three regional clinics we visited were overflowing with patients.
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Our portable clinic in Nabugoye Village features five powered dental units. In 2023 our team included medical doctors performing cataract surgery and T&A removal on the children.
Mt. Elgon Reserve with Sipi Falls in the Background
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From L/R: Dr. John Morgan, Director of Global Service at Tufts Univ. with student DL Stephens, instructor Dr. John Winterlee, student Devonte Johnson and Dental Explorations LLC program director Dr. David Abramowitz. The October 2023 mission was part of the partnership with Tufts University Dental School to provide global outreach training for their dental students.
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Our volunteers all are licensed and insured by the Uganda Council of Medical and Dental Practitioners. We practice full sterilization including handpieces, have a complete emergency kit with defibrillator, perform health histories with blood pressure screening and EKG if necessary and have immediate PEP protocol. We conform to all Covid guidelines in health care settings as mandated by the CDC. In addition we have a portable digital x-ray unit and rotary endodontic instrumentation.
School children from Nambweya Primary lining up for treatment.
Students from the Muslim schools appreciated the halal meat we served them.
Celebrating life in Nabugoye
This little girl has no idea who Snow White is. She just knew she liked the Halloween costume she discovered buried among the clothes we distributed.
The tender loving care from our extraordinary team and an incredible opportunity for these young patients.
We always look forward to a wonderful authentic Ugandan lunch prepared for us by Rachel and her crew.
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Twelve years ago I arrived in the Abayudaya village of Nabugoye in eastern Uganda with a small portable dental unit treating a handful of school children in the Hadassah Primary School. Our recent team of volunteers completed the largest, most comprehensive dental field mission in the history of Uganda. We offered dental care to well over 2,500 children and adults providing a wide range of treatment modalities including radiographs, endodontic therapy and children's specialty services. The Ugandan medical community was so impressed with our work that they have requested us to redesign their dental care delivery system.....David Abramowitz DMD, Program Director We are also aware that the nutritional needs of the majority of the village children are not being met. We serve freshly slaughtered kosher goat and halal meat with beans and rice on all of our missions to our many patients for lunch. This provided the Jewish, Muslim and Christian communities, especially the children, with much needed dietary protein. Many thanks to our American, Canadian, Israeli and British volunteers and the large Abayudaya support group that make this dream a continuing reality. Volunteers are always welcome to spend time in beautiful Nabugoye. You will experience the richness of life in Uganda and meet a community of extraordinary people. The talents you possess will be greatly appreciated. Past volunteers have included dentists, medical doctors, dental hygienists, scientists, engineers, educators, business entrepreneurs, students, military personnel and those just seeking a unique cultural experience. The Outreach Center administers to the dental needs of all members of the Muslim, Christian and Jewish communities. All volunteers regardless of their backgrounds are encouraged to take part in our mission. Everyone who has visited this community has described it as a transforming experience. Dr. John Morgan, Professor Tufts University Dental School: This is the only mission I have been able to locate that meets the high quality and standards required by Tufts for me to entrust my students to. Member of Parliament Rabbi Gershom Sizomu: You are amazing, we are proud to have you as a member of our community. Dr. Stacy Silvers, Otolaryngology : The experience we had was unforgettable and we look forward to many more. Dr. John Winterlee, Tufts Univ. instructor: The trip was amazing with great people and a Superman leader. Thanks for including Dr. Morgan, myself and the students. You have a wonderful mission and deserve a lot of credit. Dr. Eli Davidyan: David, it was pleasure working with you. You are an amazing guy with a lot of passion for the Abayudaya community. I will be back. Dr. Jamie Diament-Golub: Great job David! What an experience! We will be back! Isaac Makidosi: U are a true legend Dr. Jeff Brown: It was a great trip all around. I'm proud and honored to be involved in an organization like this. I hope to do it again in the future and appreciate all you did in laying the groundwork for a successful trip. Dr. Jon Golub: David- Amazing job. You are so organized and a pleasure to work with! Dr. Veselin Shumantov: An incredible experience. I have already signed up for October 2023 Yonit Nagudi: Best experience. Loved and enjoyed working with the team. Great thanks to David for bringing the team Dr. Jeff Goldsmith: Great work! I remember sharing those exact sentiments about David Abramowitz and the Ugandan people from my dental mission trip 2016. Great work and thanks for sharing. Dr. Jeffrey Harrison: David- Spectacular job, your detail to organization allowed us to provide so much care. Thanks to you and Jamie for allowing Lauren and I to be apart of this mission. |