One orthopaedic surgeon. Four million people.
That is what trauma care looks like in Northern Malawi today. We are Danish doctors who want to change it – together with our local colleagues.
Then send it to Malawi. The hospital in Mzuzu is short of screws. DKK 35 buys one screw.
»I have to make do with a Ryobi drill you could buy at any DIY store«
Ilija Ban describes a day in theatre at Mzuzu Central Hospital: fractures that have waited for weeks and months, and an operating table with whatever equipment is available.
Read the article on ugeskriftet.dk (in Danish) →We don't take over. We train those who stay.
Nordic Doctors Abroad is a volunteer association founded by two Danish orthopaedic surgeons. We teach and supervise local health professionals at Mzuzu Central Hospital so that the knowledge stays – also after we have gone home.
Chair · consultant orthopaedic surgeon
Vice-chair · consultant orthopaedic surgeon
Join us in Malawi in 2027
We want to send more teams to Mzuzu in 2027 – and we are looking for people who want to come. If you would like to use your skills where the need is greatest, get in touch.
Surgeons, anaesthetists and other specialists who want to operate and teach alongside local colleagues.
Help is needed with preparation, post-operative care and logistics – and there is plenty to learn.
Theatre nurses, anaesthetic nurses and anyone who can strengthen the team.
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Everyday life in theatre in Malawi – and the preparations at home.
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Every amount helps. The money goes to travel, teaching and equipment for the hospital in Mzuzu.
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DKK 250 a year. You get our newsletter and a vote at the annual general meeting – and can sign up as an active volunteer.
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News from the trips to Mzuzu, what the contributions are used for, and when you can take part. A few times a year – you can unsubscribe at any time. (In Danish.)