Promoting health in low- and middle-income countries through a multi-faceted evidence-based and collaborative approach to improve patient access to care and health outcomes, strengthen health systems, and inform policy
By the year 2030
We will have 50 Neurosurgeons geographically spread throughout Uganda, operating with modern equipment.
Working together
In national and regional hospitals in East Africa to improve neurosurgical outcomes
Milestones
Create partnership with Mulago National Referral Hospital
100%
Establish a twinning program with Mbarara Hospital
100%
Create a permanent supplies program to Uganda and Tanzania
75%
Work with MUST to develop a year-round neuroscience institute
50%
Train 50 neurosurgeons
16%
99
Surgical Camps Over 10 Years
99
Surgical Cases Performed
99
Ongoing Research Projects
99
Current Ugandan Neurosurgical Residents
Our Values
We are honest and open in our communication, service, and academic work.
Integrity
We are respectful and professional in our relationships with colleagues domestic and abroad.
Collaboration
We are pursuing our mission with commitment, vigor, and a sense of urgency.
Passion
We are evidence based, innovative thinkers, with a focus on national priorities.
Research
We are welcoming of all backgrounds, experience, and viewpoints.
Diversity
We are promoting empowerment of our team, communities, and individuals.
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3 Things to Know About Jasmine Hughes Jasmine has been working with DGNN since Fall 2018. She joined DGNN when she was working in the Neurosurgery Department at Duke University Medic...