Tselot Lemma - Anesthesiology

 Inside the Operating Room

By Tselot Lemma

Painful coughs and smiles, fragile bodies and brown sugar eyes—this is only but a glimpse into the everyday lives of the people of Ethiopia, where I proudly call home, where my family and friends continue to live and flourish. Yet like people in Ethiopia, illness is a frail subject. It burdens individuals  where healthcare becomes a collision with the obstacles of life, Where the fight for survival is exacerbated by the difficulty of affording care.

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This reality is especially harsh in the world of anesthesiology. Research indicates that the per capita ratio of anesthesiologists in affluent nations is around 100 times higher than in underdeveloped nations. 

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For example,With fewer than 20 anesthesiologists in a country of over eight million, most patients in Sierra Leone rely on nurses or general doctors to manage their pain, often with limited training or supplies. Especially after Ebola, hospitals were left even more under-resourced, and many still struggle to maintain power or access oxygen. 

That silence—the absence of trained hands and vital medicine—speaks volumes about global healthcare inequality. I write this not only as someone who has witnessed the cost of these gaps, but as someone who seeks for a solution for a future of global medicine with equitable access to anesthesia.

Behind every successful surgery is an anesthesiologist whose presence protects life. What is our first step to carving a world that promises someone trained will stand between our people and suffering?






Meet the author!

Hi! My name is Tselot Lemma. I live in Los Angeles, where you can always catch a beautiful sunset. I am soon to be a senior, and I am so excited to share my piece with you all! I love the sciences, especially Biology, and understanding the complexities of our bodies. Moreover, I’m driven particularly in healthcare because of my connection and love to Ethiopia where I’ve seen the struggles that are stronger than ever. This reality inspires me to contribute towards finding solutions to these global issues and make the lifes of our communities even a little bit more hopeful

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