MONROVIA – In a significant step towards strengthening Liberia’s healthcare system, the Tubman National Institute of Medical Arts (TNIMA) held a one-day workshop at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center (JFKMC) to validate its new Radiography curriculum. The event, hosted in the hospital’s lobby, brought together key stakeholders in the medical field to brainstorm and outline the structure of this essential program. During the workshop, Dr. J. Emmanuel Tamba, Chief Medical Officer of JFKMC, highlighted the urgent need for skilled radiographers in Liberia. “We are facing a shortage of trained radiographers in the country, which limits our ability to provide...
Fire Incident at the Liberian-Japanese Friendship Maternity Hospital
Earlier today, an unfortunate fire incident occurred at the Liberian-Japanese Friendship Maternity Hospital. Thankfully, the situation is now under control, and all staff and patients are safe.
Exciting Development!!!!
The JFK Medical Center has received its first mammography machine and second CT scan machine. Installation and commissioning will commence soon.
US Ambassador Pledges Support During Heartwarming Visit to JFK Medical Center
Monrovia – The U.S. Ambassador to Liberia, Mark Toner made a personal and heartfelt connection during his visit to the JFK Medical Center on Wednesday, September 18, 2024.
Exciting Developments at JFK Medical Center!
Dr. Linda Birch, CEO of JFK, has emphasized the need to introduce AI-equipped machines to enhance healthcare delivery.
John F. Kennedy Medical Center Announces Key Updates and Developments
Dr. Emmanuel Tamba, Chief Medical Officer of John F. Kennedy Medical Center (JFKMC), today provided an update on recent initiatives and developments aimed at improving patient care and operational efficiency at the facility.
LV Prasad – Liberia Eye Center Celebrates 7th Anniversary
On the Monday October 26, 2020 edition of the program "INSIDE JFK", we play host to Medical Doctors from the Internal Medicine Department at the John F. Kennedy Medical Center, who recently sat an examination administer to Physicians in
John F. Kennedy Medical Center’s Department of Oncology Showcases Successes and Challenges in Managing Multiple Myeloma
Dr. Deddeh E. P. Supuwood , head of Oncology at John F. Kennedy Medical Center, presented a comprehensive overview of the successes and challenges in managing multiple myeloma, a complex hematologic malignancy. The presentation featured a compelling case study of a 55-year-old female patient who arrived at the medical center with severe pathological fractures and vertebral compression resulting from bacterial infections in her bone marrow. Through rigorous examination and advanced imaging techniques including X-ray and CT scans, Dr. Supuwood’s team initiated an intensive regimen of six cycles of chemotherapy over several weeks. The patient also received targeted antibiotic therapy and...
Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan Delivers Key Public Health Lecture on Hepatitis and Infectious Diseases at JFK Medical Center
Monrovia, Liberia, August 12, 2024,– Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, the newly appointed Head of the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL) and Chief Medical and Scientific Office
JFK Medical Center Welcomes New Pharmaceutical Waste Management Initiative
The JFK Medical Center has warmly welcomed the launch of a nationwide pharmaceutical waste collection program led by the Liberia Medicines and Health Products Regulatory Team.