John F. Kennedy Medical Center -JFK Hospital

03/02/2026

In observance of World Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, the administration of the John F. Kennedy Medical Center, Liberian Japanese Friendship Maternity Hospital will climax the month-long activities with a two-day free medical outreach offering cervical cancer screening at major markets, under the theme: Vaccinate. Screen. Treat. End cervical cancer now!

• Wednesday, February 4 at Rally Town Market
• Thursday, February 5 at Redlight-Omega Market

The awareness activities will continue on Friday, February 6, with a grand parade, an outdoor program, and a sports day featuring friendly matches between TNIMA and the Maternity Hospital in kickball and soccer.

Come one, come all. Let us unite and take action in the fight against cervical cancer.

03/02/2026

Hemophilia Awareness

27/01/2026

JFK Medical Center Receives Advanced Endoscopy, Video Colposcopy Equipment

Congo Town, Liberia - John F. Kennedy Memorial Medical Center has received advanced medical equipment from the Ministry of Health aimed at strengthening diagnostic and therapeutic services at the country’s largest referral hospital.

The equipment, officially turned over earlier today, includes Video Colposcopy machines with stands, monitors, and high-definition cameras, as well as a complete upper and lower gastrointestinal endoscopy tower equipped with cameras and scopes. The medical equipment is expected to significantly improve the hospital’s capacity to diagnose and treat a wide range of conditions.

Receiving the equipment on behalf of JFK Medical Center, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Linda A. Birch welcomed the intervention, describing it as a major boost to patient care and specialized medical services.

During the handover ceremony, Minister of Health and Chairperson of the JFK Medical Center Board, Dr. Louise Mapleh Kpoto, said the lack of modern diagnostic tools has for years limited specialized healthcare delivery in Liberia, especially in the area of women’s reproductive health.

Dr. Kpoto noted that the presentation of the video colposcopy machines coincides with Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the urgent need to address cervical cancer, which remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths among women in Liberia.

She stressed that the video colposcopy machines will strengthen cervical cancer screening and early detection efforts, while the gastrointestinal endoscopy system at JFK Medical Center will enhance diagnosis, biopsy, and treatment of digestive tract diseases through evidence-based medical care.

The Health Minister added that the initiative forms part of the government’s broader commitment to improving healthcare infrastructure and ensuring access to quality medical services for all Liberians.

In addition to JFK Medical Center, C.B. Dunbar Hospital and Redemption Hospital also received video colposcopy machines with full accessories to support improved diagnostic services.

Dr. Birch expressed gratitude to the Government of Liberia and the Ministry of Health, noting that the equipment is timely and critical to improving service delivery and saving lives at JFK Medical Center.

Ministry of Health, Republic of Liberia

20/01/2026

The Nature Compact donates assorted medical supplies to support cancer treatment at the JFK Medical Center Oncology Clinic

19/01/2026

Did you know that Cervical Cancer is preventable?

Screening saves lives. Regular Pap smear and HPV testing can detect changes early, and HPV vaccination helps prevent cervical cancer.

In recognition of Cervical Cancer Awareness Month, JFK Medical Center is offering 50% discount on cervical cancer screening and testing throughout January.

Take action for your health.
Visit JFK Medical Center today.

19/01/2026

🩸 Invitation: Haemophilia Awareness Webinar 🩸
Dear Healthcare Professionals,

We are pleased to invite you to an upcoming webinar on haemophilia.

🎯 Topic:
Haemophilia Awareness: Clinical Presentation & Management of Haemophilia

🗓️ Date: Wednesday, 4 February 2026

⏰ Time:
• 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM (Liberia Time)

🔗 Join Zoom Meeting:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83259471785?pwd=yo3E0l42UTZ76bwH1wTIRtAaBpKJBd.1
Meeting ID: 832 5947 1785
Passcode: 157131

This webinar will raise awareness and practical understanding of haemophilia, with a focus on clinical presentation and management.

We encourage you to participate and share this invitation with other healthcare professionals involved in haemophilia and bleeding disorder care.

07/01/2026

Aurelia & Edith Breast Cancer Foundation Partners with JFK to Enhance Cancer Care

Seeking to improve cancer care in the country, the Aurelia & Edith Breast Cancer Foundation has pledged to partner with John F. Kennedy Medical Center to support the hospital’s oncology department through the provision of essential medical supplies and long-term capacity-building initiatives.

The partnership was formally initiated with discussions and the donation of essential support materials. The collaboration includes commitments for annual surgical outreach missions and the establishment of an institutional exchange program aimed at strengthening oncology services at JFK. The donation was made on behalf of the foundation’s founder, Rhoda Weeks-Brown who is a cancer survivor.

She emphasized the importance of building local expertise to improve patient outcomes and pledged the foundation’s continued efforts to mobilize resources to subsidize treatment for patients seeking cancer care.

JFK Medical Center leadership welcomed the collaboration and underscored the need for sustainability. The hospital has requested that the partnership prioritize advanced training for physicians and the expansion of the nursing workforce, particularly in specialized cancer care.

Dr. Deddeh Supowood reinforced this call, highlighting the need for intensive manpower development and specialized nursing education to support long-term healthcare delivery.

Dr. Tamba, Chief Medical Officer of JFK Medical Center, assured the institution’s full commitment to working with partners to improve patient care and enhance access to quality cancer treatment services.

05/01/2026

JFK Medical Center Refutes False Fundraising Claims Regarding Prince Zahn’s Treatment

The Management of JFK Medical Center wishes to inform the general public that a recent video posted by a lady identified as Doris Asante Totimeh, circulating on social media and soliciting funds for the medical treatment of Prince Zahn, a 13-year-old boy from Rivercess County, Morweh No. 5b, is false and misleading.

Prince Zahn was examined on December 31, 2025 at our Eye Clinic after sustaining an injury to his left eye while fishing. He presented with complaints of pain, tearing, swelling, and redness. Given the emergency and nature of the case, all necessary surgical procedures were performed immediately and completely free of charge to save the child.

We emphasize that no payment was requested or required for the diagnosis and surgical related medical services provided to Prince Zahn. The hospital remains committed to offering compassionate and professional care to all patients, especially children in need. In 2025, JFK Medical Center provided $1.4 million in medical waivers to vulnerable citizens who could not afford treatment.

The public is therefore strongly advised not to fall prey to fraudulent fundraising appeals circulating online in the name of Prince Zahn.

Released by:
James-Emmanuel D. Cole, Jr
Director, Communication Department
JFK Medical Center

02/01/2026

Thanks to our dedicated team

Celebrating Zero Maternal Deaths at JFK

01/01/2026

31/12/2025

Honoring a Son’s Legacy
- Chesson-Gibson Family Donates Medical Supplies to JFK Medical Center to Support Special needs kids

The Angie Brooks International Centre, led by its Executive Director Madam Yvette Chesson-Gibson, together with her daughter Cyvette Gibson, former Mayor of Paynesville, has made donation of assorted medical supplies to the John F. Kennedy Medical Center (JFK) in Monrovia. The presentation was carried out in honor of Madam Chesson-Gibson’s late son, Trohoe Kparghai, fulfilling his wish to support children with special needs in Liberia.

Speaking at the donation ceremony, Madam Chesson-Gibson shared the deeply personal story behind the initiative. Her son, Trohoe, passed away two years ago at the age of 42 after living with symmorphosis, a condition he developed due to complications during her pregnancy at a time of family tragedy. Despite his challenges, Trohoe received excellent medical care and lived surrounded by medical supplies at home. Before his passing, he expressed a wish that these resources be used to benefit children in Liberia.

“I had to honor his wish,” Madam Chesson-Gibson said. “We shipped the supplies to Liberia and delivered some to the Antoinette Tubman Cheshire Home. Today, we are here at JFK to continue his legacy.”

She further proposed that the hospital establish a memorial wall in Trohoe’s name, dedicated to children with special needs. She pledged to raise funds and mobilize support to ensure the initiative becomes a reality.

Cyvette Gibson, speaking alongside her mother, reflected on the family’s journey of loss and resilience. She noted that their eldest sister had also died of cancer, making this donation even more meaningful.

“We are pleased to honor Trohoe’s wish,” she said. “We don’t want to own the wall, but we want to support it. Our goal is to ensure that children with physical and mental challenges in Liberia receive the care they deserve. We thank the management of JFK for welcoming this contribution and look forward to working with them in the future.”

Dr. J. Emmanuel Tamba, representing the hospital’s management, expressed appreciation for the donation. He explained that the third-floor Pediatric Ward had been closed for some time, with children transferred to another facility. Renovations are expected to begin within a month or two.

“In response to Madam Gibson’s appeal, we will consider identifying a room to name in honor of Trohoe,” Dr. Tamba assured. “We are grateful for this gesture.”

Dr. Charles O. Oguni, Pediatric Consultant, emphasized the significance of the donation, noting that JFK is the only center in Liberia caring for patients with symmorphosis.

“This is the first time we have received such targeted support,” he said. “Many parents of children with this condition feel discouraged, but today’s donation brings hope.”

Deputy CEO Bendu Mensah also thanked the family, affirming that the hospital would give due consideration to naming a wall in Trohoe’s honor and officially dedicating it to the Pediatric Department.