Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital Review and Costs

Overview

Myung Sung Christian Medical (MCM) General Hospital is been located in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. MCM Hospital was been founded by the Myung Sung Presbyterian Church of South Korea. Myung Sung Presbyterian Church is the largest Presbyterian church in the world. Presbyterianism is a part of the reformed tradition within Protestantism that traces its origin to the Church of Scotland. So, today in this article, we will enlighten you with one of the historically renowned hospitals MCM General Hospital. And other important aspects as well such as Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital Review and Costs, Services, Treatments, Doctors List, etc.

“Myung Sung Christian Medical Center was been planted in this nation like a small seed, filled with hope and joy. MCM General Hospital works under the miraculous action of God and shines as a healing power for Ethiopia. Our aim is to glorify God through this hospital in Ethiopia.” -Dr. Kwon Young Dae, MD

About Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital

In 1993, the Prime Minister of Ethiopia requested Myung Sung Church to build a hospital in Ethiopia. The construction of the hospital is been completed and opened in 2004. MCM Hospital provides quality healthcare services to Ethiopians and trains Ethiopian Medical Professionals. Ethiopians and Foreign Medical Professionals are been motivated and committed to needy patients. Due to its historical significance, MCM Hospital in Addis Ababa offers personal, high-quality, and professional healthcare services. In many rural areas, patients are been treated through mobile clinics. Financial aid is also provided to those patients who can’t afford to pay for the treatment.

Korea, the U.S., Norway, Canada, and other countries also visit Ethiopia to provide free and highly specialized services to many patients. MCM General Hospital also collaborates with many organizations and professionals to provide healthcare training to the next generation of Ethiopian surgeons and physicians. MCM Hospital has grown and treated many patients for which it was been rewarded from a general hospital to a comprehensive specialized hospital.

Healthcare in Ethiopia

  • It aims to increase access to all segments of the population with curative action.
  • to increase the medical specialist training
  • Promote emergency medical system
  • Focuses more on the disease in infections, trauma, burn, and HIV/AIDS

MCM General Hospital Vision and Mission

Vision is to

  • Become the best hospital in Ethiopia and provide quality medical services.
  • To play an important role in the field of education and medicine
  • And expand medical treatment and access to equipment to every patient in Ethiopia

Mission is to

  • Provide advanced medical services to Ethiopian Citizens
  • Become one of the self-sustained hospitals
  • Medical colleges aim to produce specialist doctors

As per the 2012 Annual Report the top surgeries that were conducted at MCM Hospital

  • Tympanoplasty
  • Mastoidectomy
  • Septoplasty
  • Tonsillectomy
  • Adenotomy
  • Prostatectomy
  • Nephrolithotomy & Nephrostomy
  • Urethroplasty
  • Varicocelectomy
  • Orchidectomy
  • ORIF
  • Mass Removal (Excision)
  • Condilectomy
  • Mandiblectomy
  • Excisional Bx

Total Surgeries done at MCM Hospital as per department:

Surgeries ( As per Dept.) No. of cases (Till 2012)
General Surgery 445
Vascular Surgery 46
Orthopedic Surgery 254
Neuro Surgery 547
Plastic Surgery 192
Pediatric (In and Out patients) 8821
Internal Medicine 16659
Ophthalmology 823
Dentistry 3960
Radiology 28,733

 

Facilities

  • Guest House
  • Cafeteria
  • Library
  • Sport Courts
  • Myung Sung International Church
  • Dormitories
  • Myung Sung Medical College
  • 161-bed facility (40 surgical, 25 medical, 20 pediatrics, 7 OBGs, 10 Er, and 11 ICU) – Shalom Wing
  • 67 beds in Grace Wing – Non-invasive CPR, fracture Splinting, full immobilization, oxygen administration, intubation, and rapid transport.

Equipment

General Surgery OB/GYN Anesthesiology
Laparoscope and Proctoscope Laparoscopic and Hysteroscopic Surgeries Instruments Defibrillator
Forceps Colposcopy Machine Isoflurane
Clamps Portable Fetal Doppler for labo Halothane Vaporizer
Occluders CTG machine for fetal heartbeat machine Sevoflorane
Scalpels 3D Ultrasound machine Enflurane
Specula, etc. Ophthalmology ECG monitor
Neurosurgery Volk 90D and Gonio lens automatic NIBP
Leyla retractor Retinoscope SaO2
Horseshoe Support Trial Lens set EtCO2
Skull Clamp Biometry Clinical Pathology Lab
Nitrogen drill Lensometry Are Linear
Craniotomy and Burr Hole set Slit lamp Biomicroscope Humaclot Duo
Myelomeningocele Fundas Camera Humalizer 3000
ETV Pneumotonometer Beckman Coulter ACT
Laminectomy Radiology VITRO 250
ACD Set X-Ray Machines CELL-DYN 3700
Internal Medicine Digital X-ray machines Physiotherapy
Pulse Oximeters Emergency Room Automatic Traction
Lumbar puncture set Stretchers ICT
Bone marrow set Spinal Boards TENS
Hemodialysis machine Resuscitation kits Infrared
Water purification system EKG machine Ultra sound
ECG Machines Patient monitor machine Air pressure massager
Echocardiography Suction and oxygen unit Microwave diathermy for electro therapy
Gastroendoscope Nebulizer Hot pack and paraffin bath
Colonoscope Ventilator machine Exercising Equipment
Sigmoidoscope Ultrasound machine

Department

  • Radiology department
  • Anesthesia department
  • Ophthalmology department
  • Psychiatry department
  • Pediatrics department
  • OB/Gyn Department
  • Neurosurgery Department
  • Orthopedics department

Other Departments

  • Pharmacy Department
  • Central Sterilization and Supply Room
  • Ward
  • ICU
  • Nutrition Department
  • Education and Training Department

Services offered at Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital

  1. Surgery
  2. Radiology
  3. Clinical Lab
  4. Anesthesiology
  5. Ophthalmology
  6. Dentistry
  7. International Health care Unit
  8. Psychiatry
  9. Pediatrics
  10. Obstetrics/Gynecology
  11. Neuro Surgery
  12. Orthopedics
  13. Emergency Room
  14. Internal Medicine
  15. Nutrition Services

Treatment

Cholecystectomy Vulvectomy
laparotomy Conjunctival and Corneal disorders
Appendectomy Dry eyes
Thyroidectomy Cataract
Herniorrhaphy Glaucoma
Thromboembolectomies Strabismus (Squint)
Amputations Tear Duct Obstruction
Bypass operations Eyelid and Orbital disorders
Repair arteries trauma
Carotid surgery prescriptions for the eyeglasses
ORIF Endodontic treatment
Debridement Periodontic treatment
Close reduction Conservative dentistry
Amputation Oral surgery procedures
Hemiarthroplasty Pediatric patient treatment and management
Craniotomy Routine radiography
Spine Interventional Radiologic Procedures
Instrumentation Mammography
Burr Hole Infectious diseases
VP Shunt Chronic Respiratory illness
ETV Cardiovascular diseases
Skin graft Acute abdomen and other surgical emergencies
Debridement Labor and gynecological emergencies
Contracture release lobectomy
Flap Operation Craniotomy(for Brain tumor)
Pedicle release Hepatectomy
Stroke from various causes Cesarean section delivery
HIV AIDS and related OIS Salpingoophorectomy
CKD and ESRD Hysterectomy
Infections involving different organs and systems Myomectomy
Ischemic heart diseases and PVD

Outreach Program

MCM General Hospital also visits many rural areas through the mobile clinic to provide free services to needy people.
– Yabelo Mobile Clinic
– Ziway Mobile Clinic

Latest Treatment at Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital

  • A pacemaker procedure was been done in Myung Sung Comprehensive Specialized Hospital – 1st Successful procedure
  • ETV is used to treat patients with obstructive hydrocephalus in infants. The study was conducted to check the outcomes of Endoscopic Third Ventriculostomy (ETV) in pediatric patients with Hydrocephalus.
  • Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy is a treatment of gallbladder disease in MCM Hospital, Ethiopia.

Latest Research Publications

  • HRQOL of patients with End Stage Kidney Disease on hemodialysis in Addis Ababa. (A cross-sectional study)
  • Self-care practice and associated factors among people with Type 2 Diabetes in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia ( A Facility-based Cross-sectional Study)
  • Nutritional Status among vulnerable children and Orphans aged 6 to 59 months ( A community-based cross-sectional study)
  • Knowledge and acceptance of HPV vaccination and associated factors among parents of daughters.

Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital Doctors List

Dr. Kwon Young-Dae Dr. Tsegazeab Tsehaye
Dr. Solomon Bekele Dr. Senayit Gebrewold
Dr. Henok Wotango Dr. Dessalegn Lemessa
Dr. Elias Karissa Dr. Aster Bekele
Dr. Alemu Negera Dr. Solomon Amsalu
Dr. Einar Erikson Dr. Kim Rhee-sook
Dr. Sukamal Saha Dr. Aklilu Getachew
Dr. Frehun Ayele Asele Dr. Kinfu Betemariam
Dr. Efeson Thomas Dr. Tadesse Legesse
Dr. Dereje Negash Dr. Tibebu Bekele
Dr. Zewdu Assefa Dr. Syung Hyun Paik
Dr. Kim Kwon-sam Dr. Yared Nigusie
Dr. Israel H/Giorgis Dr. Milkias Befekadu
Dr. Fisseha Tekle Dr. Taik Junm Jung
Dr. Jiksa Dabessa Dr. Addisu Halo Sali
Dr. Temesgen Amalaku Dr. Rediet Adinew Alemayehu
Dr. Lidya Ayele Dr. Yohannes Adugna Bekele
Dr. Ledet Getachew Dr. John Kempen
Dr. Mamo Desalegn Mekena Dr. Demissie Tadesse
Dr. Haile Gilicha Dr. Emebet Getahun
Dr. Sergute-sellassie Dr. Abraham Yohannes
Dr. Mekonen Kebede

List of Medical Directors at MCM General Hospital

  • 2004-2009 Won Hee Kang
  • 2009-2010 Eriksen Einar
  • 2010-2019 Chul Soo Kim
  • 2019-Present Kwon Young Dae

Myung Sung Medical College

  • It was been opened in 2012 with 23 freshmen.
  • Provide a beneficial education environment to the students
  • Facilities are also provided to the students such as accommodation, cafeteria, and library, and most importantly it is been situated near the hospital where students can gain knowledge in practice.
  • Accredited by HERQA (Higher Edu. Relevance and Quality Agency.

Mission:

To produce ethical, compassionate, competent, and servant-leader-minded future doctors. By providing medical education, medical research, and need-based community services. And to empower future doctors to build the health sector in Ethiopia.

Goal:

To train compassionate and competent leaders in medicine.

Vision:

To become medical education a leading institution by 2025.

Symbol of MMC (Myung Sung Medical College)

Myung Sung Medical College

Myung Sung Medical College

  • Circle Represents: Symbol of the World
  • Blue Color Represents: Boundless development and youth spirit of this college
  • 2 Cross in Wine Color Represents: Symbol of Myung Sung’s mother church
  • Wine Color Represents: Collage built on the blood of Jesus Christ
  • 2012 Represents: Year of Establishment
  • Map Represents: MMC within Ethiopia

Faculty Member at Myung Sung Medical College

  • Dr. Jiksa Debessa – Internal Medicine
  • Dr. Zewdu Asefa – Internal Medicine
  • Dr. Frehun Ayele, Ph.D. – Surgery
  • Dr. Kinfu Betemariam – Anesthesiology
  • Dr. Solomon Berkessa – Radiology
  • Dr. Desalegn Lemessa – Pediatrics
  • Dr. Ledet Getachew – Internal Medicine
  • Dr. Haile Gilicha – OBS/GYN
  • Dr. Emebet Getahun – Ophthalmology
  • Dr. Mikias Getahun – Emergency Medicine
  • Dr. Senait Gebrewold – OBS/GYN
  • Dr. Alemu Negera – Surgery
  • Dr. Solomon Bekele – Surgery
  • Dr. Efeson Thomas – Surgery
  • Dr. Aklilu Getachew – Surgery
  • Dr. Tadesse Legesseh – Anesthesiology
  • Dr. Dereje Negash – Orthopedic Surgeon
  • Dr. Yared Nigussie – Radiology
  • Dr. Tibebu Bekele – Anesthesiology

Admission Requirement at MMC

– High School grade
– National Exam results
– In-house entrance examination
– Personal Interview
– TOEFL score for abroad students

The facility at Myung Sung Medical College

  • Housing
  • Cafeteria
  • Auditorium
  • Classroom
  • Computer room
  • Library
  • Pathology
  • Anatomy Lab
  • Sports Facility

Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital Review

  • One of the best hospitals with amazing staff members
  • Well-trained health professionals
  • Specialist doctors are present for every complex service
  • Doctors from other countries are available for any difficult surgery.
  • Clean and hygienic room
  • Great accommodation with food
  • Other Services such as the cafeteria, visiting rooms, and parking are also well-maintained.
  • The infrastructure is great with positive vibes environment.

Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital Cost

Surgery Costs at Myung Sung General Hospital have various factors as it is one of the most reputed hospitals. It provides many facilities and treatments to the needy and gives free services to those with financial issues.

The cost of Surgery is been based on:

  • Operation Charges
  • Pre-examination and Post-operative fees
  • Accommodation Charges
  • Foods
  • Wards (As per patients’ requirements)
  • Hospital Stay
  • Doctor’s charges, etc.

To Book an Appointment at MCM General Hospital

You can contact or visit the clinic for an appointment, or fill out the form that is been provided on the MCM General Hospital website.

Address of Myung Sung Christian Medical Hospital

Wereda 14, Gerji, Bole Sub-City, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia P.O.Box 15478

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