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Hope Clinic Koumé — 10 Years of Healing Excellence
Dr. Ginette Bekolo
January 15, 2025
# Hope Clinic Koumé — 10 Years of Healing Excellence
Since our founding in 2015, Hope Clinic Koumé has grown from a 7-day inaugural campaign into a 4-pavilion modern medical facility that is transforming healthcare in the East Region of Cameroon.
## 10 Years by the Numbers
| Milestone | Achievement |
|-----------|-------------|
| Total Patients | 68,791 |
| Laboratory Tests | 39,757 |
| Surgeries Performed | 1,135 |
| Births & Deliveries | 1,576 |
| Current Staff | 87 |
| Health Campaigns | 19 |
| Campaign Patients | 15,726 |
| Campaign Surgeries | 713 |
| Buildings/Pavilions | 4 |
## Key Medical Milestones
**2018:** First pacemaker implanted — a landmark achievement for the East Region.
**2020:** Second pacemaker successfully placed.
**2020:** Spinal neurosurgery performed — rare advanced procedure in the region.
**2023:** Mother & Child Pavilion (B4) opens with neonatal intensive care.
**2023:** Eligible for government Check Santé / Universal Health Coverage programme.
## A Message from Dr. Ginette Bekolo
*"Ten years ago, we started with a vision, a calling, and God's grace. Today, 68,791 lives have been touched. We give all glory to God and our thanks to every staff member, volunteer, partner, and patient who has been part of this journey. The best is yet to come."*
**— Dr. Ginette Bekolo, Director, Hope Clinic Koumé**