Ethiopian Medical Students Association

Empowering future healthcare leaders and advancing medical education in Ethiopia

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About EMSA

Medical stethoscope with EMSA logo

Who We Are

The Ethiopian Medical Students Association (EMSA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to representing medical students across Ethiopia. Founded in 2010, EMSA has grown to include members from all medical schools in the country.

Our association serves as a platform for collaboration, education, advocacy, and community service. We work to enhance medical education, promote public health initiatives, and prepare students for the challenges of modern healthcare.

Through conferences, workshops, volunteer programs, and research opportunities, EMSA members develop leadership skills and professional connections that will benefit them throughout their medical careers.

Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

To empower and unite medical students across Ethiopia, fostering academic excellence, promoting health advocacy, and providing platforms for professional development.

We aim to enhance medical education by organizing supplementary learning activities, promoting research, and advocating for improvements in curriculum and educational resources.

Through community outreach and public health initiatives, we strive to make meaningful contributions to the well-being of Ethiopian communities and prepare future doctors to address the country's unique healthcare challenges.

Our Vision

We envision a future where Ethiopian medical students are globally competitive, socially responsible, and equipped to transform the country's healthcare system.

EMSA aims to be the driving force in developing medical students into well-rounded healthcare professionals with strong clinical skills, research capabilities, and leadership qualities.

Our long-term vision includes establishing sustainable programs that bridge gaps in medical education, creating networks with international medical communities, and contributing to health policy development in Ethiopia.

Our Core Values

  • Excellence in all our activities and initiatives
  • Integrity and ethical conduct in healthcare practice
  • Collaboration with students and healthcare institutions
  • Innovation in addressing healthcare challenges
  • Equity in healthcare access and education
  • Leadership development for future physicians
  • Service to our communities and country

Executive Board

Sinoz Kassaye

Sinoz Kassaye

President

C2 minor, committed to enhancing medical education and student representation.

Daniel Abebe

Daniel Abebe

Vice President for Capacity Building

C2 major, focused on developing professional skills and leadership abilities.

Leul Mekonnen

Leul Mekonnen

Vice President of Activities

C2 major, overseeing all EMSA events and community engagement initiatives.

Kalkidan Getnet

Kalkidan Getnet

Vice President of Finance

C2 major, responsible for financial management and resource allocation.

Tsedeke Wend

Tsedeke Wendessen

Vice President of Public Relations and Communications

C2 minor, oversees EMSAโ€™s outreach, media, and messaging.

hermon melese

Hermon Melese

Vice President of Members

C2 major, Supports recruitment, engagement, and retention of EMSA members.