Banso Baptist
Hospital
Cameroon, Africa
Origin Story & Hospital Summary:
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Technology & Capacity:
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Church and Governance:
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Training Opportunities:
BBH provides extensive training opportunities for medical and nursing students, offering a hands-on medical care experience supervised by American and Cameroonian physicians. The hospital also participates in the Pan-African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS) and Christian Internal Medicine Specialization (CIMS) residency programs, aiming to train the next generation of healthcare professionals in Cameroon.
Medical and Support Staff Needs:
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Housing & Food:
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People and Local Religion:
The population served by BBH is predominantly rural and engaged in farming. Most patients speak English, and many have low incomes and limited access to healthcare. The hospital serves a large number of children and adults who often seek assistance from local healers before coming for medical care.
Climate:
Temperatures in Kumbo range from 55°F to 90°F with humidity varying from 40% to 80%. The rainy season lasts from March to October, and the dry season from November to February. The altitude of 5,500 feet ensures a moderate climate with no need for air conditioning.
Unique Challenges:
BBH addresses a range of health issues prevalent in the region, including malaria, HIV, tuberculosis, hypertension, and malnutrition. The hospital's comprehensive healthcare services include surgery, obstetrics, pediatrics, internal medicine, and HIV care. The hospital also runs an extensive public health initiative focused on primary health care, including TB and HIV prevention, infant malnutrition treatment, and basic health education.
Evangelism Opportunities:
Banso Baptist Hospital integrates medical care with spiritual outreach, providing compassionate healthcare in the name of Jesus. The hospital welcomes long-term and short-term volunteers, offering opportunities to engage in both medical service and evangelism.
For more information or to volunteer, please visit Cameroon Baptist Convention Health Services.