Ethiopia: Surgical Care Mission

"Assuredly I say to you, in as much as you did it to one of the least of these My brethren, you did it to Me." ~ Matthew 25:40

🌎 You're Invited to Serve

Healing. Hope. The Love of Christ.

This August, you're invited to join a team of healthcare professionals, students, and servants as we partner with St. Paul's Hospital to provide compassionate healthcare and share Christ's love with the community of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

Your gifts can make a lasting difference - and we'd be honored to serve alongside you.
 

📋 Quick Facts

Everything you need to know before you apply.

📍 Location: Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
📅 Mission Dates: October 10 - 17, 2026
🤝 Local Partner: St. Paul's Hospital
🩺 Mission Focus: Surgical Care Mission featuring Surgical & Specialty Care, Clinical Consultation, Continuing Education for Local Healthcare Professionals, and Collaboration with Local Healthcare Institutions
👥 Who Can Apply: Healthcare professionals
⏳ Applications: Open until each specialty reaches capacity
📨 Application Review: Approximately 2 - 4 weeks after a complete application is submitted
 

👥 Who Can Apply?

Discover where your gifts can make a difference.

Whether you're an experienced healthcare professional, a student preparing for your future career, or someone who simply has a heart to serve, there's a place for you on this mission.
 
We're especially seeking volunteers in:
• Cardiac Surgery
• Interventional Cardiology
• Neurosurgery
• OB/GYN
• Orthopedic Spine Surgery
• Otolaryngology
• Pharmacy
• Urogynecology
 
Don't see your specialty? Please apply anyway.
We're always looking for opportunities to expand the care we provide and welcome applications from other healthcare professionals.
 
Not a healthcare professional? We'd still love to have you on the team.
Behind every successful mission are dedicated servants supporting logistics, hospitality, registration, administration, photography, children's activities, and many other important areas of ministry.
 

⏰ Apply Early

Don't miss the opportunity to serve.
 
Applications are reviewed as they're received and remain open only until each specialty reaches capacity.
The earlier you apply, the greater your opportunity to join the team.
 

🧭 Before You Apply

Take a few minutes now to help your application move smoothly through the review process.
 
Before submitting your application, please take a few minutes to:
✔ Complete your ServiceReef profile.
✔ Answer every application question.
✔ Upload all required documents and certifications.
✔ Review everything for accuracy.
Only complete applications can be reviewed.
 

💻 What Happens After I Apply?

We'll guide you every step of the way.
 
✔ Your completed application is carefully reviewed.
✔ You'll typically receive an update by email within 2 - 4 weeks.
✔ If accepted, you'll receive everything you need to prepare for your mission, including payment information, required forms, pre-mission resources, and next steps.
From the moment you apply until the day you depart, our Missions Team is here to support you.
 

💾 One Profile. Many Opportunities.

Apply once. Save time next time.
 
Once you create your ServiceReef profile, your information and uploaded documents are securely saved.
Future CMANA mission applications become faster and easier - simply review your information, make any updates, and apply again.
 

🧡 Join Our Missions Community

Your journey with CMANA can begin today.
Even if this particular mission isn't the right fit - or if our current teams have reached capacity - we'd still love to stay connected.
 
Even if you're not ready to apply today, creating your ServiceReef profile allows you to:
✔ Receive updates about future mission opportunities.
✔ Learn about volunteer and service opportunities throughout the year.
✔ Stay informed about new mission locations and specialties.
✔ Save your profile and documents, making future applications faster and easier.
 
Wherever God may call you next, we'll be excited to help you take that next step.
 

💳 Mission Fees

Simple, transparent, and designed to support the mission.
 
Your mission fee helps cover lodging, meals, transportation within the country, local ministry expenses, and many of the operational costs involved in making each mission possible.
Airfare is not included in the mission fee.
 
Mission fees are based on your Membership Status and Participant Category.
Our missions are open to everyone with a heart for service. While membership isn't required, CMANA Members receive reduced mission fees and additional opportunities for professional development, mentorship, networking, and year-round engagement.
 

CMANA US Participants (USD)

• Licensed Healthcare Professionals & Other Professionals / Adult Servants: Member: $1,100 (member) | $1,300 (non-member)
• Residents & Fellows: $900 (member) | $1,100 (non-member) 
• Healthcare Students & Other Students (Under 21): $900 (member) | $900 (non-member) 

AMCAN Canada Participants (CAD)

• Licensed Healthcare Professionals & Other Professionals / Adult Servants: $1,350 (member) | $1,800 (non-member) 
• Residents & Fellows: $1,000 (member) | $1,500 (non-member)
• Healthcare Students & Other Students (Under 21): $1,000 (member) | $1,200 (non-member) 
 

📅 Payment Timeline

Here's what to expect after you're accepted.
 
✔ Within One Week
Submit your confirmation fee to reserve your place on the team.
• CMANA: $100 USD
• AMCAN: $135 CAD
If we don't hear from you within one week of acceptance, your place may be offered to another applicant.

✔ Eight Weeks Before Departure
Submit your remaining mission balance.
 

💬 Questions?

Our team is here to help.
 
Have a question? We'd love to hear from you. 📧 [email protected]
 

🙏 We Hope You'll Join Us

Your journey begins with one simple "yes."
 
Yes to serving others. Yes to using the gifts God has entrusted to you. Yes to bringing hope through compassionate healthcare.
 
We hope you'll prayerfully consider joining us. We're honored to serve - and we'd be honored to serve alongside you.

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