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ADFA was established in 2005 to address the need for health care in developing countries.

A Perth based charity committed to improving the health of people in developing countries through volunteer medical teams, equipment and infrastructure projects. ADFA's principal activity is to send voluntary medical teams to Ethiopia, Somaliland, the Comoros and Madagascar, as requested by local communities, organisations or Governments to provide medical aid. The emphasis was originally on orthopaedic surgery but other areas of medicine are also represented, widening ADFA's scope of contribution. ADFA compliments the delivery of voluntary medical services by developing and implementing strategic projects that are aimed at sustainability of health care in these areas. ADFA provides clinical teaching to up-skill the local health workforce, supports formal education of local health care professionals, focuses on procurement of vital medical equipment and supplies to support projects. In addition to the ADFA is committed to infrastructure projects, which includes the construction of clinical facilities. Through commitment to sustainable improvement, making change and addressing need, ADFA makes a significant contribution to general health care through its projects to reach children, the excluded, disadvantaged, poor and vulnerable populations.

17/10/2026

It is incredible to see the Somaliland Orthopaedic Society so dynamic and active! When Australian Doctors for Africa began working in Somaliland two decades ago, there were very few orthopaedic surgeons available with the specialist skills needed to treat serious traumatic injuries.

Today, seeing local surgeons bring together health professionals, government representatives and emergency services to promote road safety and prevent injuries is a powerful reminder of how far things have come.

ADFA is proud to support their World Trauma Day initiative, promoting seat belt use for all passengers to help prevent avoidable deaths and disability.

Congratulations to the Somaliland Orthopaedic Society and Hargeisa Group Hospital on their leadership and commitment to their communities. 👏

ADFA acknowledges the support of the Australian Government through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP).

21/09/2026

ADFA fellowships offer trained Ethiopian orthopaedic surgeons the opportunity to obtain advanced specialist training overseas. Fellows returning to their home hospital actively pass on their skills to other surgeons and trainees Dr Abebaw is one of our current fellows. A few words and pictures from him….

“I am currently undertaking my Foot and Ankle Orthopaedic Surgery fellowship at Assiut University Trauma Hospital in Assiut, Egypt. As a major referral centre for Upper Egypt, the hospital provides a busy and highly diverse clinical environment, with a wide range of complex orthopaedic and trauma cases, including severe lower-limb injuries, complex deformities, musculoskeletal infections, tumours, and sports injuries.

Being exposed to these cases every day greatly expands my surgical knowledge, technical skills, and clinical decision-making. Beyond the surgical training itself, the fellowship is helping me develop a deeper understanding of how to provide safe, effective, and sustainable orthopedic care—skills that I hope to take back and apply in my home institution and community.

This fellowship is an important step in my professional journey, and I am deeply grateful for this opportunity. It would not have been possible without the generous support of Australian Doctors for Africa (ADFA) and the AO Alliance, together with the support of my institution.

I am sincerely thankful to everyone who has contributed to making this opportunity possible. I look forward to returning home with new knowledge and skills that I can share with my colleagues and use to better serve my patients.

Thank you again for the opportunity to share my experience with your supporters.”

17/09/2026

Sincere thanks to Rotary of Crawley for supporting ADFA with its recent Cocktail Fundraiser to raise funds for the development of a National Endoscopy Training Centre in Madagascar.

The night was a huge success, with a fantastic turnout, plenty of mingling and dancing to local band, The Inflictors.

A huge thank you to all the wonderful volunteers and a special thank you to Julie Barker and Donatienne Bailleux for their organisation and dedication in bringing everything together.

We would also like to acknowledge the generosity of Tattarang, Cullen Wines and for donating some fantastic raffle prizes, and @ The Re Store Leederville, , and for the delicious catering.

Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the event. Your generosity will help ADFA work towards establishing a National Endoscopy Training Centre in Madagascar, strengthening local capacity and improving access to much-needed endoscopy services.

01/09/2026

In July 2026, ADFA's volunteer orthopaedic medical team travelled to Tulear, Madagascar, to support local healthcare services and strengthen access to specialist orthopaedic care. Our dedicated team included Dr Li-on Lam (Orthopaedic Surgeon), Stephanie O'Brien (Registrar) and nurses Lucy Harris, Lucy Devenish and Cherrie Genat.

Working alongside local healthcare professionals at CHU Général Hospital, they delivered services using the newly renovated operating theatre funded by ADFA earlier this year. This important milestone represents a significant step forward in expanding specialist surgical services for the local community.

The success of the mission was supported by generous donations of medical consumables from St John of God Healthcare, Bunbury and a Rockingham General Hospital. These vital contributions helped ensure patients could receive the care they need while enhancing the hospital's surgical capacity.

28/07/2026

ADFA’s recent trip to Toliara, Madagascar, was focused on helping more patients access specialist urological care—services that can be difficult to reach for many people in the region.

A big thank you to our incredible volunteer medical team who made the mission possible: Dr Michael Wines (Urologist), Dr Melvyn Kuan (Urologist & Team Leader), Dr Joel Krause (Anaesthetist), and nurses Suz Miller and Natalie Beal.

The visit also helped strengthen the partnership between ADFA and the Malagasy urological community. By working together, sharing knowledge, and building local capacity, we’re supporting better patient outcomes and contributing to stronger healthcare services. These missions also provide valuable learning and professional development opportunities for the clinicians involved.

None of this would be possible without the support of our generous donors. Thank you to Bethesda Hospital for donated medical items.

23/07/2026

You are warmly invited to join us at a Cocktail Party Fundraiser hosted by Rotary in support of Australian Doctors for Africa’s (ADFA) project to build a National Training Centre for Endoscopy in Antananarivo, Madagascar.

Since 2005, ADFA has supported six endoscopy units across four cities through specialist visits, equipment provision, and clinical training. This project will establish a purpose-built endoscopy facility at the Centre Hospitalier Universitaire Joseph Ravoahangy Andrianavalona. This will enable the introduction of advanced endoscopic technologies and therapeutic procedures while expanding training opportunities for healthcare professionals.

All proceeds raised on the night will go directly to the completion of this project.

To RSVP and purchase tickets, please click on the link below:
https://events.humanitix.com/charity-fundraiser-cocktail-party?h=DJYo77jgrMF9xwzJ8zFLOFW3-OFnRdF2UVLlep5SDss&t=1784274204213&_gl=1*126eece*_gcl_au*MTE1OTQ5NjM4MS4xNzg0MTc5OTk2*_ga*MTA4NTA3MzI4NS4xNzg0MTc5OTk2*_ga_LHKW5FR9N6*czE3ODQyNjMzNDgkbzIkZzEkdDE3ODQyNjcwMDUkajI5JGwwJGgw

14/07/2026

ADFA's recent orthopaedic mission to Zimbabwe marked our second volunteer team visit as part of our growing partnership with United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH). Over two weeks, our volunteer team worked alongside local orthopaedic surgeons, anaesthetists and theatre nurses to provide specialist surgical care, practical training, and support the ongoing development of orthopaedic services.
A key focus of the visit was sharing knowledge and skills while gaining a better understanding of the hospital's priorities and how ADFA can best support sustainable orthopaedic care. Building strong relationships and strengthening local capacity remain central to our approach.
Our sincere thanks go to our volunteer team—Dr Rob Story, Dr Simon Smith, Dr Morgan Armstrong and Theatre Nurse Kelly Pryde—for generously donating their time, expertise and compassion. While sharing their skills with colleagues in Zimbabwe, they also gained valuable insights into the resilience and dedication of the local healthcare teams.
We also extend our sincere thanks to Dr Busumani, Dr Swene and all the staff at United Bulawayo Hospitals for their warm welcome and collaboration. We value this growing partnership and look forward to continuing to work together.
Finally, we acknowledge the generous support of our donors, particularly DeSoutter through Wells Medical, NXT and LifeHealthcare, whose donation of orthopaedic drills and replacement parts will support the orthopaedic department at UBH.

08/06/2026

World Clubfoot Day in June each year raises awareness of clubfoot, a common congenital condition, and to celebrate the remarkable progress made in its treatment around the world.

In celebration, we proudly recognise the outstanding work of our ADFA clubfoot teams in Madagascar, along with our partners at Diversity Action Network in Somaliland. Your commitment and expertise are transforming lives, helping more than 300 children each year.

We extend our sincere thanks to Perth orthopaedic surgeon Dr Kate Stannage, who established the program in 2014 and continues to mentor and support the Madagascar team.

We are also deeply grateful to the Forrest family, Vara Mada, BlackEarth Minerals, and the Australian NGO Cooperation Program (ANCP) for their generous support of our Madagascar Clubfoot Program. Your partnership makes this life-changing work possible.

28/05/2026

They’ve done it again!
ADFA’s recent gastroenterology mission to Madagascar highlighted the expanding impact of collaboration, expertise, and ongoing partnerships in healthcare.
Over two weeks, ADFA’s volunteer team worked alongside local health professionals across Antananarivo, Antsirabe and Toliara, delivering specialist care, practical training, and helping strengthen essential medical services.
But beyond the numbers, what matters most is the lasting impact.
By mentoring local doctors and nurses, sharing practical skills, and supporting the return of specialist services, this mission was about building stronger, more sustainable local healthcare for the future—not simply providing care in the moment.
A heartfelt thank you to our extraordinary volunteer team—Dr Digby Cullen, Dr Oliver Waters, Sharon Kennedy, and Joermar Bermejo—for so generously giving their time, expertise, and compassion.
Big thank you to our local team, Lucile and Hanitra, for your incredible dedication, flexibility, and willingness to help with even the smallest details. Your support behind the scenes made an enormous difference.
This assignment was made possible thanks to the generous support of St John of God Subiaco Hospital, whose grant funding helped bring this important work to life.
We are also deeply grateful to our equipment and consumables donors, whose generosity helped equip this mission with much-needed medical supplies. We would particularly like to acknowledge Philips for their donation of leads, which ensured the patient monitors could be fully operational.
A special thank you to Air Mauritius for their generous additional baggage allowance, which enabled ADFA to transport donated medical equipment and consumables where they were urgently needed.
This is how ADFA builds sustainable partnerships—working alongside local teams, strengthening skills, and helping create lasting change.

19/05/2026

Changing Lives and Building the Future of ENT Care in Madagascar
Small but mighty, ADFA’s volunteer team of five ENT professionals delivered far more than specialist clinical care during their 10-day mission to Madagascar last month; they helped lay the foundations for a more sustainable future for ENT services in the region.
A heartfelt thank you to Dr Latif Kadhim (ENT Surgeon), Sam Last (ENT Registrar), Mei Foong (Anaesthetist), Marika Brandenburg (Nurse), and Alison Cook (Audiologist) for your exceptional commitment, generosity, and dedication of your time and expertise.
Our sincere thanks also to Clinicare Pharmacy, Shenton Park, Word of Mouth Technology Australia, Med-EL Australia, Hearing Australia, Alison Cook, and each and every individual who supported this mission through donations, equipment, and encouragement.
Your impact will be felt far beyond this mission.

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Suite 1, 219 Onslow Road
Shenton Park, WA
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Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

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+61864788951

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http://ausdocafrica.org/

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