Activities & Programs

Dar es Salam, Tanzania

Development of Ophthalmology training in Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences

Trainers and trainees in the theater	Dr. Anna examining a patient	One of the equipment supplier
Stakeholders meeting	CPD session

PBU in collaboration with Sight Savers International and East Africa Collage of Ophthalmology (EACO) will support the development of the Ophthalmology department of Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences in Tanzania (MUHAS) as part of its contribution to the development of ophthalmology education and practice in the African region, a priority objective of PBU. The MUHAS is one of the founding institutions of the EACO that is still lagging behind in facilities and personal for training, it is in grave need of upgrade of facilities and learning activities to serve the objectives of the EACO. The support will include eye care services and training equipments, student scholarships, sub-specialty training and infrastructure development.

Irbid, Jordan

Diabetic Retinopathy Screening Programme

With the support of Standard Charted Bank and partnership of Ministry of Health Jordan, PBU is organizing a Diabetic retinopathy programme in Northern Jordan. The main purpose of the programme is to reduce the high prevalence of visual impairment due to Diabetic retinopathy in Northern Jordan. The five year programme will involve eye health promotion, prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation services for diabetic retinopathy patients.

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