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The MCOE opened its doors to the very first patients for inpatient maternal and neonatal care. The day marked a profound transition following years of planning, collaboration, and construction with the delivery of lifesaving care for women and newborns.
Bintu Jalloh’s blood pressure spiked as she was ushered into Koidu Government Hospital’s (KGH) maternity ward by Community Health Officer Lamina Mansaray. Jalloh, who was 32 weeks pregnant with twins at the time, expected to stay in the ward only a few days—like she had earlier in her pregnancy. But this time was different.
At Partners In Health (PIH), we believe women’s rights are human rights. And that an investment in women and girls is an investment for all—from communities to families.
On February 4, a small crowd gathered in front of the newly constructed non-communicable diseases (NCD) clinic at Koidu Government Hospital (KGH). Two small tents and several rows of white chairs were arranged to seat the speakers and attendees. The audience — a mix of hopeful community members, patients, and clinicians — had waited years for the clinic’s expansion, fueled by an increasing demand for care.
In 2012, Richard saw first-hand the challenges facing health services at Koidu Government Hospital. Today, he works at Partners In Health Sierra Leone, ensuring others receive better care.
Partners In Health (PIH) is pleased to announce that the Maternal Center of Excellence (MCOE) will open in 2026, following the completion of construction in October 2025.
Lakka Government Hospital has revolutionized TB care in a low-resource setting by showing that comprehensive treatment not only involves administering the right medicine. It also includes creating dignified spaces.
In rural Sierra Leone, Partners In Health (PIH)—in collaboration with the country’s Ministry of Health—recently opened a cutting-edge microbiology lab.
After about eight months as interim executive director, Vicky Reed was appointed Partners In Health (PIH) Sierra Leone’s new executive director in August of 2024.