Ethiopia: Defense College of Health Sciences Graduates 26 Medical Doctors

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The Ethiopian Defense College of Health Sciences graduated 26 medical doctors on Saturday in Addis Ababa. Out of the graduates only one is female.

Speaking at the graduation ceremony, Siraj Fegesa, Minister of National Defense, said the Ministry has given prime attention to human resource development which can speed up the nation’s development.

He said the Ministry has been undertaking various measures to build the capacity of its institutions and create a modern defense army.

The Minister said the training being given in more than 20 defense training institutions is contributing share to the nation’s growth and transformation.

He expressed conviction that the graduates are well-equipped to ensure the wellbeing of the defence army.

They are also well-trained to properly apply the prevention oriented health policy of the nation and increase the awareness of the community on health matters.

Alemu Tesfahun, Education and Training Directorate acting director with the College, said the graduates have attended theoretical and practical training in various institutions for four years.

College dean, Siyoum Kassa, for his part stated that the college has is set to launch degree program in midwifery and contribute to reducing maternal mortality in the country.

The graduates for their part vowed to serve the community at their level best.

Currently, the Defense College of Health Sciences is giving training for 30 students in MD and is expected to enroll 22 additional students in the near future.

The college had graduated its first batch of 25 MDs two years ago.

ERTA

BY NESRU JEMAL