St. Paul's Hospital Millennium Medical College-SPHMMC

01/03/2026

ኢትዮጵያዊያን … በአርበኝነት : በሀገር ፍቅር እና በዓላማ አንድነት የተባበሩበት !

እንኳን ለ130ኛው የአድዋ ድል በዓል አደረሳችሁ

01/03/2026

St. Paul’s Glows on Adwa Eve Evening!

SPHMMC – Africa’s Hub for Medical Education, A Symbol of Pan-African Pride.

28/02/2026

Am Honoured to congratulate our wonderful, exemplary and skillful new graduates of Urology Division.
they were given admiration and appreciation from their external examiners to be the best residents.
Dear 1. Dr Ali Ibrahim
2.Dr. Mintesinot Taddese
3.Dr. Mintesinot Yitagesu
I would like to thank you for your efforts and support for our system during Your residency period.
I thank you in the name of St. Paul's hospital.
Good luck for your next journey!
Masresha Solomon
(Head of urology Division)

28/02/2026

On Seventh Memorial, Family Extends Support to SPHMMC Patients

A family of ten siblings has donated 100 blankets to St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) to commemorate the seventh anniversary of their late mother, Mrs. Abeba Kebede.
The siblings, who reside in the United States, Europe and Addis Ababa, donated in loving memory of their mother. Of the ten children, eight were born at SPHMMC, reflecting the family’s long-standing connection with the institution.
The blankets, provided for inpatient beneficiaries, were handed over by Ms. Abeba Teshager, a research scientist based in the United States, on behalf of her brothers and sisters both in the diaspora and at home.
Receiving the donation, Dr. Fekadu Negash, Medical Service Vice Corporate Director of the College, expressed appreciation for the family’s meaningful contribution. He described their support as exemplary and said such acts of remembrance through community service set a positive example for others to follow.
Speaking at the occasion, Ms. Abeba Teshager said the family chose to mark their mother’s seventh memorial anniversary by supporting patients in need. She added that her siblings have pledged to continue assisting the College, including plans to contribute medical equipment in the future.

27/02/2026

SPHMMC’s Cardiac Division Receives Medtronic CareLink™ 2090 Programmer Donation

St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College is pleased to announce the receipt of a Medtronic CareLink™ 2090 Programmer, generously donated by Medtronic through Mesroy International.

The donation was formally received in the presence of the College’s Provost, Dr. Muluken Tesfaye , underscoring the strong partnership between our institution and leading global innovators in cardiovascular care.

The CareLink™ 2090 Programmer, remains a vital tool for managing patients with implanted cardiac devices. Its contribution to our division will significantly strengthen our capacity to deliver precise diagnostics, safe programming, and improved continuity of care, directly enhancing the quality and reliability of the cardiac services we provide.

We extend our sincere appreciation to Medtronic and Mesroy International for their commitment to supporting our mission. This contribution represents a vital step in advancing access to state-of-the-art cardiovascular care in Ethiopia and aligns with our vision of building sustainable, patient-centered systems of excellence.

27/02/2026

27/02/2026

St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC), in collaboration with the Ministry of Health Ethiopia, Professor A. Mark Clarfield, Emeritus Professor of Geriatrics at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and the Department of Family Medicine, is pleased to announce the establishment of a Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Program, set to commence in the coming academic year.
As Ethiopia’s population continues to age, the demand for specialized, compassionate, and well-coordinated care is increasing. This initiative comes at a pivotal moment in the country’s demographic transition. Older adults now account for approximately 5.2% of the population nearly seven million people , a growing segment with distinct clinical and social care needs that require focused and specialized services. Despite this growing need, the geriatric population has not received adequate attention within the existing healthcare system. Grounded in the strong foundation of Family Medicine, this program will equip physicians with the expertise needed to address the complex medical, functional, and social challenges faced by older adults.
A high-level discussion addressing the national need for the program and geriatric services was led by Dr. Lemi Belay, SPHMMC Academic and Clinical Corporate Director; professor A. Mark Clarfield, Emeritus Professor of Geriatrics at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev; Dr. Solomon Worku representing the Ministry of Health and Dr. Metasebia Damenu, Head of the Department of Family Medicine in SPHMMC.
The Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Program is expected to strengthen national capacity in geriatric care, promote older person centered healthcare, and significantly improve the quality of care for older adults across the country.

26/02/2026

St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College Partners with EngenderHealth to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health Services

St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) has officially joined a national scale-up initiative as a consortium partner to strengthen Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health and Postpartum Family Planning services, following a high-level discussion with EngenderHealth Ethiopia.

The meeting was held in the presence of SPHMMC Provost Dr. Muluken Tesfaye together with the presence of Vice Provosts, and EngenderHealth’s Project Director
for Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health and Postpartum Family Planning, Dr. Siyoum Enkubahiri, along with senior leadership and project team members.

The partnership marks a significant milestone in strengthening integrated maternal and child health services and expanding access to postpartum family planning, reaffirming SPHMMC’s commitment to improving quality healthcare and advancing national health priorities.

25/02/2026

SPHMMC Strengthens Power Partnership with EEP and EEU

St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) has partnered with Ethiopian Electric Power (EEP) and Ethiopian Electric Utility (EEU) to ensure uninterrupted electricity for its facilities.

Provost Dr. Muluken Tesfaye and vice Provosts met with senior officials from both institutions, including Engineer Derje Gezahgne (EEP) and Engineer Mengistu Asres and Ato Mengistu Kasse (EEU), to discuss the College’s current and future power needs.

The parties agreed to provide two dedicated power supply lines from separate substations to guarantee reliable and stable electricity for SPHMMC’s operations and upcoming building complexes. They also agreed to establish a joint steering committee to closely follow up and coordinate implementation.

Dr. Muluken praised the continued support of EEP and EEU, noting that their collaboration is vital for sustaining high-quality healthcare services for the nation.

25/02/2026

25/02/2026

SPHMMC Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Estifanos Endalamaw
From Assosa to Psychiatry Leadership
Dr. Estifanos Endalamaw, a proud graduate of St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) Class of 2019, grew up in Metekel Zone, Benishangul-Gumuz Region. Like many young Ethiopians, he dreamed of becoming a doctor—a goal driven by personal ambition and societal expectation. In 2006 E.C., he joined SPHMMC, becoming part of the Xanthrones Batch, whose motto, “One for all, all for one,” reflected the camaraderie and shared determination of his classmates.
Life as a Pauler
Dr. Estifanos recalls living in SPHMMC’s early dormitories in Ras Emeru, later moving to the current administrative building and finally to the modern dormitory. “Seeing all these changes, I am a living testimony of how SPHMMC is transforming over time,” he says.
His preclinical years followed the college’s modular system, designed to help students thoroughly grasp what they learned. The clinical years, however, were where the magic happened. Hands-on patient interaction gave him his first real sense of what medicine meant. All departmental attachments were memorable, but his C-2 psychiatry rotation was transformative. Though interested in psychiatry beforehand, this experience solidified his passion for mental health.
“The most memorable moment,” he recalls, “was passing the qualification exam after long nights of study, dedication, and commitment. It was the first real taste of the rewards of hard work.” Internship followed, marking the official start of his career as a doctor and shaping his early clinical experience as a general practitioner.
Quality Education and Personal Growth
Dr. Estifanos emphasizes the quality of education at SPHMMC. Both preclinical and clinical years were supported by experienced, highly skilled, and empathetic teachers who encouraged academic excellence alongside emotional intelligence. “Paulers are not only clinically competent but also emotionally intelligent. The learning environment, positive reinforcement from teachers, and the supportive culture made a lasting impact,” he notes.
Many SPHMMC graduates now hold key positions in Ethiopia’s health system, and Dr. Estifanos proudly counts himself among them.
Career Journey
After graduation, he worked as a general practitioner at Pawe General Hospital for one and a half years, including serving on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic. Motivated to specialize, he joined Addis Ababa University College of Health Sciences and graduated as a psychiatrist in 2016 E.C.
Today, Dr. Estifanos serves as Head of the Psychiatry Department at Worabe Comprehensive Specialized Hospital, where he leads a team implementing innovative mental health programs, including:
• WHO Mental Health Gap Action Program for decentralized services
• Quality improvement projects for service transformation
• Plans to establish institution- and community-based rehabilitation programs
His choice to join Worabe CSH was inspired by his community attachment during clinical years at SPHMMC, reflecting the lasting impact of his training.
Giving Back and Continuing Education
Dr. Estifanos continues to advance his skills through a Master of Public Health program at SPHMMC on weekends. Outside of formal clinical work, he is a mental health advocate, using social media and mainstream platforms to raise awareness and educate the public.
“Being back at SPHMMC feels like returning home,” he says.

25/02/2026

Michigan eye specialists expand partnership with SPHMMC!

A team of specialists from the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center has visited St. Paul’s Hospital Millennium Medical College (SPHMMC) to strengthen academic and clinical collaboration between the two institutions.

The delegation, led by Professor Christine C. Nelson MD, an Oculoplastics surgeon, together with Dane Slentz MD and Dr Cam Yang (Oculoplastics surgeons), and Nathan Shenkute MD (ophthalmology resident) held strategic discussions with the College’s Provost, Vice Provosts, senior ophthalmologists, and the head of the Ophthalmology Department on expanding future cooperation.

During the discussions, Professor Nelson and her team met with the Provost, Dr. Muluken Tesfaye, and discussed ways to launch a new Ophthalmic Nursing Training Program at SPHMMC, with developing the curriculum discussed in details; a move expected to strengthen specialised eye-care services and build the next generation of ophthalmic nurses in Ethiopia.

The visiting team also carried out complex eye surgeries at the SPHMMC department of Ophthalmology for four consecutive days, supporting patients with complicated conditions while working closely with local specialists through mentorship and hands-on skills transfer.

The partnership between the University of Michigan Ophthalmology Center and SPHMMC has continued for more than a decade, particularly in supporting specialty and subspecialty training programs and advancing quality eye-care services.