Published: August 29, 2025
MONROVIA – The Ministry of Health has donated four ultrasound machines to the JFK Medical Center as part of its ongoing efforts to improve diagnostics across the country.
“We are doing this to improve diagnostics and health service delivery at JFK,” said Dr. Teyah S. Moore, Assistant Minister for Curative Services at the Ministry of Health.
He formally presented the documents to Dr. Linda R. Birch, CEO of JFK Medical Center, on behalf of the Ministry of Health.
“We believe that from today, we will see some level of improvement in healthcare delivery, especially as it relates to diagnostics,” Dr. Moore noted.
According to Dr. Moore, the government recently procured 42 ultrasound machines, which arrived in the country last month. These machines are intended to strengthen diagnostic services in all 15 counties of Liberia.
Of the total, four have been presented to JFK Medical Center, while the remaining 38 will be distributed to other public hospitals across the country in counties to enhance diagnostic capacity and service delivery.
Receiving the machines, Dr. Birch expressed gratitude to the Ministry of Health, stating that the Ministry has always been supportive of JFK’s efforts to provide quality healthcare to the Liberian people.
“These days we are overwhelmed with patients, particularly when it comes to diagnostic imaging. We had only one machine in our imaging unit and another in the maternity ward, which unfortunately broke down yesterday. As a result, patients have been waiting two to three hours for services,” she revealed.
Dr. Birch continued: “With these four new ultrasound machines, we will be able to deliver timely reports and improve patient care. We are very grateful, and you can rest assured that these machines will be used for their intended purpose. Please extend our appreciation to the Minister for this donation.”
Also speaking, Dr. Deaze M. Saywon, Head of the Department of Maternity at JFK, described the donation as a breakthrough.
“As you know, Dr. Birch, I am at your door almost every day requesting ultrasounds. This is not only about access to equipment, but also about improving women’s health, reducing maternal mortality, and strengthening diagnostic services. This donation is timely and will be used for its intended purpose,” he emphasized.
On behalf of JFK Hospital, Dr. Saywon extended thanks and appreciation to the Ministry of Health and the Government of Liberia. “We assure you that we will continue to work tirelessly to reduce maternal mortality,” he committed.
Of the four machines donated, two will be installed in the maternity ward, one in the imaging unit, and one in the surgical ward on the fourth floor.
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