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Discover the inspiring story of Dr. Catherine Hamlin in 'The Hospital by the River'. This compelling memoir chronicles the life-changing work of this dedicated Australian gynaecologist who has transformed the lives of over 45,000 Ethiopian women suffering from severe complications of childbirth, including obstetric fistulas. First published in 2001, this powerful edition has been updated to reflect Dr. Hamlin's journey and the impact of her innovative medical program that has become a beacon of hope in Ethiopia. Through warmth, authenticity, and relentless compassion, Catherine and her team established six specialized fistula hospitals, a training school for midwives, and a supportive community for patients. This book not only highlights the medical and humanitarian challenges faced in the Third World but also showcases how one woman's determination has inspired global awareness and action, resonating with advocates for women's rights and health. Join millions who have been moved by Oprah Winfrey's powerful introduction to Catherine's work and discover how you can support this crucial cause through your purchase. With a trade paperback format, this brand new edition is perfect for readers interested in health, women’s issues, and inspiring biographical narratives. Order now and be a part of this essential story that exemplifies hope and resilience. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743537817
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 336
Description:
"When I first met Catherine, straightaway I saw shining through the qualities and attributes which have made her one of the most loved and admired women in the world: warmth, energy, humour, optimism, vivacity, empathy, authenticity." DAME QUENTIN BRYCE
The Hospital by the River has been in print since it was first published in 2001. This new edition continues the story of the remarkable Australian gynaecologist Dr Catherine Hamlin and her medical work that has transformed the lives of 45,000 Ethiopian women.
Catherine travelled to Ethiopia with her husband, Reg Hamlin, in 1959 on a short contract. Now 92, Catherine is at the head of a world-recognised medical program that specialises in the treatment of labour-induced fistulas. Left untreated, fistulas - rare in Western countries - result in severe incontinence, which forces women into a life of degradation and incapacity.
Catherine and her team have established six fistula hospitals, a village to accommodate patients and a midwifery school, and pioneered techniques that are used the world over. They have won the respect of the Ethiopian government, the Nobel Committee (she has twice been nominated for the Peace Prize) and the hearts of donors around the world, including Oprah Winfrey, whose emotional interview with Catherine introduced millions to the life-threatening reality of giving birth in the Third World.
Set against the harsh beauty of the Ethiopian landscape, this is a compelling account of how the determination and compassion of one woman have inspired others to create genuinely long-lasting change, not just in the lives of individual women but across
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781743537817
Format: Trade paperback (UK)
Year: 2016
Publisher: Pan Macmillan Australia
Pages: 336
Description:
"When I first met Catherine, straightaway I saw shining through the qualities and attributes which have made her one of the most loved and admired women in the world: warmth, energy, humour, optimism, vivacity, empathy, authenticity." DAME QUENTIN BRYCE
The Hospital by the River has been in print since it was first published in 2001. This new edition continues the story of the remarkable Australian gynaecologist Dr Catherine Hamlin and her medical work that has transformed the lives of 45,000 Ethiopian women.
Catherine travelled to Ethiopia with her husband, Reg Hamlin, in 1959 on a short contract. Now 92, Catherine is at the head of a world-recognised medical program that specialises in the treatment of labour-induced fistulas. Left untreated, fistulas - rare in Western countries - result in severe incontinence, which forces women into a life of degradation and incapacity.
Catherine and her team have established six fistula hospitals, a village to accommodate patients and a midwifery school, and pioneered techniques that are used the world over. They have won the respect of the Ethiopian government, the Nobel Committee (she has twice been nominated for the Peace Prize) and the hearts of donors around the world, including Oprah Winfrey, whose emotional interview with Catherine introduced millions to the life-threatening reality of giving birth in the Third World.
Set against the harsh beauty of the Ethiopian landscape, this is a compelling account of how the determination and compassion of one woman have inspired others to create genuinely long-lasting change, not just in the lives of individual women but across