PNG Medical Blog

25/12/2025

Merry Christmas to friends & family. To the sick, the unfortunate, the neglected, the lonely & the vulnerable, may you find good health, peace, love & happiness during this festive period.

16/12/2025

A Practical Telepathology Setup in Papua New Guinea

30/11/2025

A heartfelt tribute to Dr. Samof (Paps) a dedicated mentor, leader, and father figure, as he embarks on a well-deserved retirement. It is an extreme honor to have worked, be taught, and be mentored from the best in the country & region.

Your legacy will live on through the countless lives you've touched, the medical professionals you've inspired, and the patients you've cared for with faith, compassion, and expertise. Your selflessness, integrity, and commitment for medicine have made a lasting impact in Milne Bay Province & the country.

As you retire, your past & present CME family, your children, thank you for your unwavering commitment to excellence, your guidance, your wisdom, and your love. You will be deeply missed, but your influence will continue to shape the future of healthcare in our region.

Farewell, Paps & Mrs Samof, May you enjoy a peaceful retirement filled with joy, love, and the satisfaction of a life well-lived. You will always be remembered as a true champion of healthcare in PNG.

05/11/2025

Retrievals in paradise.

A case of hemopnumothorax referred all the way from Losuia HC. After more than 10 hours, the patient finally made it to East Cape MBP for an emergency UWSD & ambulance retrieval.

31/10/2025

Understanding Your Medicine Prescription: A Simple Guide

Prescriptions are an essential part of medical treatment, but they can often seem confusing if you’re not familiar with what they mean. A medical prescription is a formal document provided by…

31/10/2025

Cancer Awareness Visit to Jack’s of PNG

By:Dr.L Kumbeli
October is the month dedicated to breast cancer awareness. Earlier this month, I had the privilege of joining one of my colleagues and one of my bosses to visit Jack’s of PNG warehouse at Hohola, Port Moresby, for a cancer awareness program organized by the PNG Cancer Foundation.

Read more at PNG Medical Blog:
https://pngmedicalblog.com/2025/10/27/cancer-awareness-visit-to-jacks-of-png/

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31/10/2025

The leaders of breast cancer care & awareness in Milne Bay Province. As clinicians, we strive to provide the best care in a limited resource setting. These lovely & strong ladies, Sr.Aigoma & and Sr.Gibson, have prioritized cancer care for many years, starting from humble beginnings to an established cancer clinic to serve the people of Milne Bay Province. We thank you for your commitment & love for the survivors of cancer in MBP.

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31/10/2025

A Strong Child

He was a quiet, smart young lad who somehow always had a huge smile on his face. Ward rounds were a mixture of emotions, as he was always happy to greet the team but reluctant to show us his wounds…

30/10/2025

Common misconceptions about blood tests

Blood tests are a routine part of medical diagnostics, but there are several misconceptions the public may have about them. Here are some common misconceptions: 1. Abnormal Results Always Indicate …

30/10/2025

A strong mother

I take a seat and listen to her describe the abuse she suffers at the hands of her partner, the father of her two children. She tells me how she fell in love with him while still a high school stud…

29/10/2025

What is a Full Blood Examination?

A Full Blood Examination (FBE), also known as a Full Blood Count (FBC) or Complete Blood Count (CBC), is one of the most commonly requested blood tests in hospitals and clinics across Papua New Gui…

29/10/2025

Port Moresby General Hospital Patient Safety Day & Independence Roadshow 2025

Friday 19th September was one of those rare hospital days that felt less like work and more like a festival. Port Moresby General Hospital came alive as we celebrated World Patient Safety Day &…