The United States Embassy has announced the return of the Soifua Manuia Clinic to Samoa comprising 50 U.S. Army Reserve medical professionals from the 1984th US Army Hospital-Pacific.
According to the statement, team members will be providing a range of healthcare services, including check-ups, health screenings, specialized expertise, dental services, diagnostic services, and women’s health services.
The team, through its partnership with the Ministry of Health, aims to not only address current health issues in the country but also to share knowledge and expertise with local healthcare professionals to ensure sustainable and lasting improvements in healthcare delivery.
This initiative is part of an ongoing partnership between the United States and the Government of Samoa, facilitated through the Ministry of Health.
The Soifua Manuia Clinic last visited Samoa in October 2023 and is now returning to continue providing important healthcare with Surgeons, Doctors, Dentists, Nurse Practitioners, Registered Nurses, and Medics with support to the people of Samoa.
The medical team will be stationed at various hospitals across Samoa from April 15 to 24, offering their services to those in need.
These will include Tupua Tamasese Meaole National Hospital; Leulumoega District Hospital; Poutasi District Hospital; and Lufilufi District Hospital in Upolu and the Malietoa Tanumafili II Tuasivi Hospital; Safotu District Hospital; and Sataua District Hospital in Savaii.
“We are thrilled to be back in Samoa and to continue our partnership with the Ministry of Health,” said team leader Colonel Paz Nuanez.
