Dr Mekonen Abebe

Dr Mekonen Abebe is a well-known plastic surgeon in Ethiopia. He is an experienced plastic surgeon known for his expertise in the field. He completed his speciality in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery from Addis Ababa University. Because of his years of experience, he has provided highly successful results in Ethiopia. Ethiopian patients do not have to travel to other countries for plastic surgery as Dr Mekonen Abebe is available in Ethiopia to provide the best services.

With more than 16 years of experience, he has become one of the most popular plastic surgeons in Ethiopia. Since 2007, Dr Mekonen Abebe has been working with Addis Ababa University, training students and educating them about Plastic Surgery. He has gained his knowledge by attending training and courses from foreign universities.

Dr Mekonen Abebe’s Education:

MD: Cream Medical School, Former USSR (1989)

Speciality Certificate in General Surgery: Addis Ababa University (2000)

Subspecialty Certificate in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery: Addis Ababa University (2007)

Courses:

Special trainee in Institute for Research and Rehabilitation of Hand and Department of Plastic Surgery: Stanley Hospital, Chennai, India (2005-2006)

Canniesburn practical course on the use of flaps in reconstructive plastic surgery (2007)

Microsurgical techniques: Ethicon Institute of Surgical Education, Mumbai India (2006)

Epidemiology: University of Bergen, Norway, Autumn (2003)

Research tools and theory: University of Bergen, Norway, Autumn (2003)

Dr Mekonen Abebe’s Experience:

Surgical Department Head: Arba Minch Hospital (2000-2003)

Plastic and reconstructive surgeon: Addis Ababa University (2007 – Present)

Dr Mekonen Abebe’s Membership:

• Ethiopian Medical Association
• Pan-African Cleft Lip and Palate Association
• Ethiopian Red Cross Society
• Ethiopian Surgical Society
• Association of Surgeons of East Africa.
• Journal of American Cleft Palate-Craniofacial Association

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