Healthcare in the Gambia
Healthcare in the Gambia[edit | edit source]
The Gambia, a small country in West Africa, has a healthcare system that is continually developing. The government, along with international organizations, is working to improve the quality and accessibility of healthcare services. This article provides a list of top hospitals and healthcare institutions in the Gambia.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Healthcare in the Gambia is primarily provided by the government through the Ministry of Health and Social Welfare (MoHSW). The MoHSW operates numerous health facilities across the country, including major hospitals, health centers, and clinics. There are also private healthcare providers, including hospitals and clinics, which offer a range of services.
Top Hospitals[edit | edit source]
Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital[edit | edit source]
Edward Francis Small Teaching Hospital is the main referral hospital in the Gambia. It provides a wide range of medical services, including surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and internal medicine. The hospital also serves as a teaching facility for the University of the Gambia's School of Medicine.
Serekunda General Hospital[edit | edit source]
Serekunda General Hospital, located in the largest city in the Gambia, offers a variety of healthcare services. It has departments for general medicine, surgery, maternity, pediatrics, and emergency care.
Bansang Hospital[edit | edit source]
Bansang Hospital is a major healthcare provider in the Central River Region of the Gambia. It provides a range of services, including general medicine, surgery, maternity care, and pediatrics.
Healthcare Institutions[edit | edit source]
Ministry of Health and Social Welfare[edit | edit source]
The Ministry of Health and Social Welfare is responsible for the overall management and regulation of the healthcare system in the Gambia. It operates numerous health facilities across the country and implements various health programs and initiatives.
Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia[edit | edit source]
Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia is a leading institution in medical research in West Africa. It conducts research on major public health issues, including malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS, and malnutrition.
Gambia Red Cross Society[edit | edit source]
The Gambia Red Cross Society provides a range of health services, including first aid training, health education, and emergency response. It also supports community-based health and first aid programs.
See Also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
- Ministry of Health and Social Welfare
- Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia
- Gambia Red Cross Society
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