AUGS FPMRS Webinar: The Role of FPMRS in Global Health: Going Beyond - The Hole in Wall (On-Demand)-AUGS FPMRS Webinar: The Role of FPMRS in Global Health: Going Beyond

AUGS FPMRS Webinar: The Role of FPMRS in Global Health: Going Beyond - The Hole in Wall

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In this webinar, Dr. Rahel Nardos discusses the role of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) in global health. Dr. Nardos shares her own experiences in global health, particularly in Ethiopia, and highlights the importance of understanding the social, political, and environmental determinants of health. She emphasizes the need for a comprehensive and holistic approach to care, particularly for women with obstetric fistulas. Dr. Nardos discusses the challenges faced in low-resource settings, such as inadequate healthcare systems, limited access to care, and the lack of trained healthcare providers. She also discusses the need for long-term and sustainable investments in global health, including training local providers and building healthcare resilience. Dr. Nardos shares her experiences in establishing the first urogynecology fellowship program in Ethiopia and highlights the importance of research, capacity-building, and collaboration in global health initiatives. She concludes by discussing the ethical and legal frameworks of global health engagement and the need for a shift in our vision of success in global health. Overall, the webinar emphasizes the importance of addressing health inequalities and promoting health equity for all people worldwide.

Keywords

webinar

Dr. Rahel Nardos

Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

FPMRS

global health

Ethiopia

social determinants of health

obstetric fistulas

low-resource settings