About us
Who we are
Ethiopian Diaspora Physicians Action Group (EDPAG) is a registered 501(C)(3) nonprofit organization established by physicians of Ethiopian descent, living outside of Ethiopia. It was established in January 2021 primarily to promote involvement of diaspora physicians in improving medical education and healthcare delivery system in Ethiopia.
EDPAG’s members understand the unfortunate truth of emigration of Ethiopian physicians over the years as a result of complex issues influenced by a plethora of factors in the country. Although many of these physicians have been successful practitioners in the countries they immigrate to, they have not been involved in the health and socioeconomic issues of their home country.
We at EDPAG, strive to harness the intellectual, financial, and philanthropic capacity of these diaspora physicians and to direct it to supporting medical education and healthcare delivery systems in Ethiopia.
Our Board of Directors
Abay Taddesse, MD
Chairperson
Yoseph Birku, MD
Vice Chairperson
Merfake Semret, MD
Treasurer
Samson Haile , MD
Secretary
Girma Assefa, MD
Member
Our approach
Our Vision
EDPAG’s vision is improved medical education and health care delivery in Ethiopia.
Our Mission
To work towards its vision, EDPAG strives to harness and engage the intellectual, financial, and
philanthropic capacity of physicians in the diaspora of Ethiopian descent.
OUR GOALS
GOAL I
Helping build the capacity of medical schools and post graduate medical training facilities by
organizing clinical conferences, continuing medical education (CME) and resource assistance
such as up-to-date subscription.
GOAL II
Organizing financial and resource support as well as voluntary medical service to needy health
care facilities in Ethiopia.
GOAL III
Create network of diaspora physicians and facilitate support to health care facilities and medical
schools in Ethiopia.
OUR VALUES
Alleviation of suffering, Inclusion and Diversity, Compassion, Collaboration, and Integrity.
Our Partners
