Some patients travel four or five hours just to see a surgeon. For Dr. Mick Kimutai, those realities are personal—and the reason his training matters. Read how God is preparing him to serve where the need is greatest. paacs.net/resources/resident… #PAACS #GlobalSurgery

The 4th ECSACOG/PAACS Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Intake Interviews were recently held at AIC Kijabe Hospital in Kenya. We look forward to welcoming the next generation of specialist obstetricians and gynecologists. #PAACS #Kenya #ObGyn #MedicalEducation

A milestone for the PAACS General Surgery program at Soddo Christian Hospital (SCH)! For the first time, a SCH graduate of the program has earned internationally recognized FLS certification. #PAACS #SurgicalEducation

Residents continue to demonstrate strong academic performance and professionalism while participating in Urogynecology training, Gynecologic Oncology training, simulation-based learning, and research. Please pray for our residents, faculty, and graduates. #PAACS

PAACS OB/Gyn and Anesthesiology residents at AIC Kijabe Hospital, Kenya, recently completed the Mobile Obstetric Simulation Training (MOST) course. #PAACS #OBGYN #Anesthesiology #SurgicalEducation #OBGYN #Anesthesiology #SurgicalEducation

Clinical trials for Ebola antiviral treatments have been approved, and CME, Bunia will be one of the trial sites. Please pray for our PAACS graduates, healthcare teams, and the patients they continue to serve. #PAACS #PrayForDRC #EbolaResponse

Dr. Keir Thelander, PAACS Executive Vice President, was joined by COSECSA members and other PAACS representatives for a site visit to Baptist Hospital Mutengene, Cameroon. PAACS and COSECSA will move the approval process for this potential PAACS training site to the next stage.

Watch PAACS Founder Dr. David Thompson and his wife, Becki, share the story behind the ministry that continues to train and disciple surgeons and related specialists across Africa. Watch the full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=D4puSsX8… #PAACS #PAACS30 #TrainingAndDiscipleship

July 13, 2026 - Join the PAACS Global Day of Fasting & Prayer as we celebrate 30 years of God’s faithfulness Send us a message for details. #PAACS #FastingAndPrayer #PAACS30

At WCA2026 in Morocco, PAACS faculty, graduates, and residents presented on challenges of anesthesia education, surgical capacity, anesthesia complications, emergency surgical delays, pediatric care, and healthcare delivery. #PAACS #PAACS30 #Anaesthesiology #GlobalHealth

The Malamulo PAACS team in Malawi recently gathered for its 2026 Spiritual Retreat focused on accountability, competence, and integrity. We thank God for this opportunity to refresh the team spiritually, mentally, and physically as they continue serving His children. #PAACS

Thank you to the 325+ guests who joined us for Held by His Hands with Big Daddy Weave on June 20th at New Hope Christian Church! As we celebrated 30 years of God's faithfulness to PAACS, we were encouraged by the support of our attendees. #PAACS #HeldByHisHands #BigDaddyWeave

142 PAACS residents recently completed their examinations! With an 86.6% pass rate, they demonstrated months of preparation, perseverance, and commitment to excellence. #PAACS #PAACS30 #GlobalSurgery

What does it take to safely introduce minimally invasive surgery in Africa? For PAACS surgeons and residents: preparation, simulation, mentorship, teamwork, and training. Because patients everywhere deserve access to excellent surgical care. #PAACS #SurgicalTraining

At CME Bunia, a key treatment center in the response, healthcare workers continue serving patients despite difficult conditions and personal risk. Please pray for PAACS graduates, healthcare workers, hospitals, patients, and families affected by this crisis. #PAACS

PAACS was grateful to connect with over 1,100 attendees at the CMDA National Convention in Colorado, sharing about surgical training, discipleship, and God’s work across Africa. How did you first hear about PAACS? #PAACS #CMDA #PAACS30

PAACS celebrates encouraging accreditation visits to training programs in Burundi and Madagascar. Through surgical training, mentorship, and discipleship, these programs are equipping future African surgeons to serve communities where the need is greatest. #PAACS #GlobalSurgery

Abstract submissions are now open for the 2026 PAACS Fall Conference in Chicago, October 8–10, 2026. Submissions due August 1, 2026. docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F… #PAACS #PAACS30 #GlobalSurgery

Watch the PAACS 30-Year Anniversary Video and see how God is raising up African surgeons and related specialists to serve where the need is greatest. What part of the story inspires you most? Watch the full video here: youtube.com/watch?v=vFBnHoyW… #PAACS #PAACS30 #SurgicalMissions

PAACS was honored to support Research Day 2026 at AGC Tenwek Hospital in Kenya. The event highlighted the impact of training, mentorship, scholarship, and Christ-centered service in strengthening surgical care across Africa. #PAACS #SurgicalEducation #GlobalSurgery #PAACS30