Led by: Dr. Obsnet Merid and Dr. Tesfaye Talila, Founders of Heart Attack Ethiopia
A team of 55 cardiovascular specialists — the majority from the United States — from six different countries will travel to Ethiopia for this 5th mission. Their only goal: to give hope and restore heart health.
The Team Includes:
Cardiac surgeons, interventional cardiologists, intensive care specialists, anesthesiologists, perfusionists, nurses, nurse practitioners, and biomedical engineers.
From: USA (majority), Canada, United Kingdom, India, Botswana, Rwanda, and Ethiopia
Dates: July 4 – July 18, 2026
Who they will help: 150–200 patients who have been on waiting lists for yearsFour Care Facilities:
• Cardiac Center Ethiopia (our first center)
• Tikur Anbessa Specialized Hospital (TASH)
• St. Peter & St. Paul Hospital – mainly for pacemakers and ablations
• MCM Hospital / Korean Hospital – our future hub for adult & pediatric cardiac surgeries
Supplies & Support:
Over $2.6 million worth of medical supplies and equipment have been collected so far, with additional contributions coming from India. Special thanks to Narayana Health Institute for filling critical gaps.
Key Partners & Supporters:
• Ethiopian Airlines – transporting cargo and supplies
This mission brings real hope to families who have waited far too long for care. Together, we are building a stronger, sustainable future for heart health in Ethiopia.