The Forgotten Crisis

Description

More than five billion people worldwide lack adequate access to safe and affordable surgical care. Dr. Peter Nussbaumer, Chief Medical Officer of Surgery, explains in his lecture why surgery has long been a forgotten component of global health and why it is essential for functioning healthcare systems. Using concrete examples from Nigeria and Somaliland, the speaker demonstrates how sustainable surgical care can be established through long-term partnerships, training, and targeted development of local structures.

Highlights

• Lecture by Dr. Peter Nussbaumer
• Focus on surgical care in Nigeria and Somaliland
• Discussion on global healthcare systems

General Information

The event "The Forgotten Crisis" addresses the lack of access to surgical care for billions of people. Dr. Nussbaumer explains the importance of surgery for functioning healthcare systems and presents solutions through local partnerships.

Location

Burgstrasse 99, 8750 Glarus, Switzerland

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