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Learn more about the work that we do in Ethiopia through the stories of our work, our patients, our partners and our staff.

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Dr. John H. Kempen and Dr. Emebet Getahun Tabor

August Activities with SFS

August 2024

The summer, or Krempt season in Ethiopia, can be a busy time for SFS founder Dr. Kempen. Read here about the MCM graduation and COESCA Conference in Zimbabwe,

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Exciting news for the Uveitis Fellowship in Ethiopia

August 2023

Dr. Kempen's Uveitis Fellowship application for certification has been approved by the Ethiopian Ministry of Health, which will allow Dr. Emebet to train new uveitis specialists, increasing the potential number of new specialists in Ethiopia.

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Story – The Impact of Medical Outreach

March 2022

Through the work of the Eye Unit at MCM, Sight for Souls staff organize medical outreach programs in partnership with local churches. Many people come out to have their eyes checked. Read about the impact that our medical outreach had on Mr. Fikeru.

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Dr. John H Kempen with a patient in Ethiopia

Seeing Results – Literally!

October 2021

Success stories with patients are why we do what we do.

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FLAME Trail in Ethiopia

Medical research team, FLAME, in Ethiopia

April 2021

The FLAME team in Ethiopia conducting research.

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Sounds for Sight Benefit Concert

April 7, 2015

Join us for an evening of talented musicians to benefit Sight for Souls.

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Sight For Souls Granted Prestigious Award for Work in Ethiopia

August 26, 2014

Sight for Souls is excited to announce that it was chosen to receive the prestigious XOVA (Excellence in Ophthalmology Vision Award).

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Sight For Souls - It’s Official

September 23, 2014

Sight for Souls is pleased to announce that that it has received approval by the federal government (IRS) as a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization!

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