Top 30 Doctors in Papua New Guinea

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Dr. Michael Kuma

Cardiologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

Port Moresby General Hospital is the largest referral hospital in Papua New Guinea, offering comprehensive medical services across various specialties. The cardiology department is equipped with modern diagnostic tools including echocardiography and stress testing equipment.

Dr. Kuma specializes in interventional cardiology and has performed numerous successful angioplasties and stent placements. He is particularly known for his expertise in treating coronary artery disease and congestive heart failure. His patient-centered approach has made him one of the most sought-after cardiologists in the country.

Popular Treatments: Angioplasty, Pacemaker implantation, Heart failure management

Dr. Lucy Maraga

Pediatrician

Angau Memorial Hospital

Angau Memorial Hospital in Lae is the second largest hospital in PNG and serves as a major referral center for the Momase region. The pediatric department provides comprehensive care for children from birth through adolescence, with specialized neonatal and pediatric intensive care units.

Dr. Maraga has over 15 years of experience in pediatric medicine and is particularly skilled in managing childhood infectious diseases and nutritional disorders. She has implemented several community health programs targeting childhood immunization and malnutrition prevention. Her gentle approach with children has earned her widespread recognition.

Popular Treatments: Childhood vaccinations, Management of malnutrition, Pediatric infectious diseases

Dr. Paul Yamo

Orthopedic Surgeon

Pacific International Hospital

Pacific International Hospital is a leading private healthcare facility in Port Moresby, known for its advanced surgical capabilities. The orthopedic department features state-of-the-art operating theaters and rehabilitation facilities.

Dr. Yamo specializes in trauma surgery and joint replacements. He has pioneered several minimally invasive surgical techniques in PNG and regularly conducts training workshops for other surgeons. His expertise in complex fracture management and hip replacements has made him the go-to orthopedic surgeon in the country.

Popular Treatments: Total hip replacement, Arthroscopic surgery, Complex fracture management

Dr. Elizabeth Oa

Obstetrician/Gynecologist

Goroka General Hospital

Goroka General Hospital serves the Eastern Highlands Province and is renowned for its maternal health services. The obstetrics and gynecology department handles high-risk pregnancies and offers comprehensive reproductive health services.

Dr. Oa is a leading expert in high-risk obstetrics and minimally invasive gynecological surgeries. She has significantly reduced maternal mortality rates in her region through innovative prenatal care programs. Her work in treating obstetric fistulas has received international recognition.

Popular Treatments: High-risk pregnancy management, Laparoscopic hysterectomy, Fistula repair

Dr. John Pok

General Surgeon

Mt. Hagen General Hospital

Mt. Hagen General Hospital is the main referral center for the Western Highlands Province, offering a wide range of surgical services. The general surgery department handles everything from emergency trauma cases to elective procedures.

Dr. Pok is renowned for his expertise in gastrointestinal and emergency surgeries. He has developed innovative techniques for treating tropical surgical conditions common in PNG. His ability to perform complex surgeries with limited resources has made him a respected figure in the medical community.

Popular Treatments: Appendectomy, Hernia repair, Bowel resection surgeries

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Dr. Sarah Kuman

Neurologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The neurology department at Port Moresby General Hospital is the most advanced in the country, equipped with EEG and CT scanning capabilities. It serves as the national referral center for complex neurological cases.

Dr. Kuman specializes in stroke management and epilepsy treatment. She has established PNG's first comprehensive stroke unit and developed protocols that have significantly improved outcomes for stroke patients. Her research on tropical neurological disorders has been published internationally.

Popular Treatments: Stroke rehabilitation, Epilepsy management, Migraine treatment

Dr. James Yali

Ophthalmologist

Pacific International Hospital

The eye care center at Pacific International Hospital features modern diagnostic and surgical equipment for comprehensive ophthalmological care. It's one of the few centers in PNG offering specialized retinal and corneal treatments.

Dr. Yali is renowned for his cataract surgeries and treatment of diabetic retinopathy. He has performed thousands of sight-restoring surgeries and leads outreach programs to remote areas. His innovative use of mobile eye clinics has dramatically increased access to eye care in rural PNG.

Popular Treatments: Cataract surgery, Glaucoma management, Diabetic eye care

Dr. Maryanne Kape

Psychiatrist

St. Mary's Hospital

St. Mary's Hospital in Vunapope offers specialized mental health services through its psychiatry department. The facility provides both inpatient and outpatient care with a focus on culturally appropriate treatments.

Dr. Kape is a pioneer in integrating traditional healing practices with evidence-based psychiatry. She specializes in trauma-related disorders and substance abuse treatment. Her community-based mental health programs have become models for other Pacific Island nations.

Popular Treatments: Depression management, PTSD therapy, Addiction treatment

Dr. Peter Kama

Urologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The urology department at PNG's largest hospital handles complex genitourinary conditions with modern endoscopic and laparoscopic equipment. It serves as the national referral center for urological cancers.

Dr. Kama specializes in minimally invasive urological procedures and prostate cancer treatment. He has introduced several advanced techniques to PNG including laser prostate surgery. His work in treating tropical urological conditions is particularly noteworthy.

Popular Treatments: Kidney stone treatment, Prostate surgery, Bladder cancer management

Dr. Julieanne Kuman

Dermatologist

Pacific International Hospital

The dermatology center at PIH offers comprehensive skin care services including cosmetic dermatology and skin cancer treatment. It's equipped with modern laser therapy and phototherapy units.

Dr. Kuman is an expert in tropical dermatology and skin cancer treatment. She has developed protocols for managing common skin conditions in PNG's climate. Her research on papua New Guinea-specific dermatological conditions has been widely published.

Popular Treatments: Skin cancer excision, Acne treatment, Eczema management

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Dr. Robert Oala

ENT Specialist

Angau Memorial Hospital

The ENT department at Angau Memorial Hospital provides comprehensive ear, nose and throat care with modern diagnostic and surgical equipment. It's particularly known for its hearing restoration programs.

Dr. Oala specializes in otology and head-neck surgery. He has pioneered ear microsurgery techniques in PNG and established the country's first cochlear implant program. His work in treating tropical ENT conditions is internationally recognized.

Popular Treatments: Hearing restoration surgery, Tonsillectomy, Sinus surgery

Dr. Grace Mark

Endocrinologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The endocrinology unit at PMGH is the national referral center for diabetes and hormonal disorders. It offers comprehensive diabetes education and management programs along with specialized hormonal treatments.

Dr. Mark is PNG's leading expert in diabetes management and thyroid disorders. She has developed culturally appropriate diabetes prevention programs that have been adopted nationwide. Her research on diabetes in Melanesian populations is groundbreaking.

Popular Treatments: Diabetes management, Thyroid disorder treatment, Metabolic syndrome care

Dr. David Kopen

Pulmonologist

Mt. Hagen General Hospital

The respiratory medicine department at Mt. Hagen Hospital specializes in treating tropical respiratory diseases and occupational lung conditions. It's equipped with modern pulmonary function testing equipment.

Dr. Kopen is an expert in TB treatment and asthma management. He has developed innovative approaches to multi-drug resistant TB that have been adopted nationally. His work in reducing TB transmission in mining communities is particularly notable.

Popular Treatments: TB treatment, Asthma management, COPD care

Dr. Anna Kama

Rheumatologist

Pacific International Hospital

The rheumatology clinic at PIH offers specialized care for arthritis and autoimmune disorders. It's one of the few centers in PNG providing biologic therapies for rheumatic conditions.

Dr. Kama is PNG's only trained rheumatologist, specializing in osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis treatment. She has adapted international treatment protocols to PNG's unique needs and resource limitations. Her patient education programs have dramatically improved outcomes.

Popular Treatments: Rheumatoid arthritis management, Gout treatment, Lupus care

Dr. Steven Kuman

Nephrologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The nephrology unit at PMGH operates PNG's only public dialysis center and serves as the national referral center for kidney diseases. It provides comprehensive renal care including transplantation evaluation.

Dr. Kuman specializes in tropical nephrology and dialysis care. He has expanded dialysis services nationwide and developed protocols for managing kidney disease in resource-limited settings. His work in preventing kidney disease in diabetic patients is particularly impactful.

Popular Treatments: Dialysis management, Kidney disease treatment, Hypertension care

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Dr. Margaret Kila

Oncologist

Pacific International Hospital

The oncology center at PIH is PNG's most comprehensive cancer treatment facility, offering chemotherapy, radiation therapy and palliative care services. It serves patients from across the country and neighboring islands.

Dr. Kila specializes in breast cancer and gynecological cancers. She has established PNG's first cancer registry and developed treatment protocols tailored to the country's most common malignancies. Her work in cancer awareness has significantly improved early detection rates.

Popular Treatments: Breast cancer therapy, Cervical cancer treatment, Palliative care

Dr. Paulus Raka

Gastroenterologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The gastroenterology department at PMGH features modern endoscopic equipment and provides comprehensive digestive health services. It's the national referral center for complex gastrointestinal conditions.

Dr. Raka specializes in therapeutic endoscopy and liver disease treatment. He has introduced advanced endoscopic techniques to PNG and developed protocols for managing tropical gastrointestinal infections. His work in hepatitis B management is particularly noteworthy.

Popular Treatments: Endoscopic procedures, Liver disease management, Peptic ulcer treatment

Dr. Helen Kiap

Plastic Surgeon

Pacific International Hospital

The plastic surgery unit at PIH offers both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. It's particularly known for its burn reconstruction and cleft palate repair programs.

Dr. Kiap specializes in burn reconstruction and microsurgery. She has developed innovative techniques for treating tropical ulcers and established outreach programs for cleft lip/palate repairs. Her work has restored function and confidence to countless patients.

Popular Treatments: Burn reconstruction, Cleft palate repair, Skin grafting

Dr. Simon Yanta

Infectious Disease Specialist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The infectious disease unit at PMGH serves as the national referral center for complex infections and tropical diseases. It plays a key role in disease surveillance and outbreak response.

Dr. Yanta is PNG's leading expert on malaria, HIV and emerging infectious diseases. He has developed national treatment guidelines and led several groundbreaking research studies on drug-resistant infections. His work has significantly improved outcomes for HIV patients nationwide.

Popular Treatments: HIV management, Malaria treatment, Tropical fever management

Dr. Ruth Kila

Hematologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The hematology department at PMGH provides comprehensive care for blood disorders and operates PNG's main blood bank. It's equipped with modern laboratory facilities for specialized testing.

Dr. Kila specializes in treating thalassemia and sickle cell disease, which are prevalent in PNG. She has established the country's first comprehensive hemophilia treatment program. Her work in improving blood transfusion safety has saved countless lives.

Popular Treatments: Anemia management, Blood disorder treatment, Hemophilia care

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Dr. Andrew Kama

Cardiothoracic Surgeon

Pacific International Hospital

The cardiothoracic surgery unit at PIH is PNG's only center performing open heart surgeries. It's equipped with state-of-the-art cardiac operating theaters and intensive care facilities.

Dr. Kama is PNG's only trained cardiothoracic surgeon, specializing in valve replacements and congenital heart defect repairs. He has pioneered cardiac surgery in PNG and established training programs for cardiac care teams. His work has made life-saving surgeries available domestically.

Popular Treatments: Heart valve surgery, Congenital heart defect repair, Coronary artery bypass

Dr. Jennifer Oala

Geriatrician

Port Moresby General Hospital

The geriatric medicine unit at PMGH provides specialized care for elderly patients, focusing on comprehensive assessment and management of age-related conditions. It's PNG's only dedicated geriatric service.

Dr. Oala has developed culturally appropriate models of elder care that respect traditional Melanesian values while incorporating modern geriatric medicine. Her work in dementia care and fall prevention has significantly improved quality of life for PNG's aging population.

Popular Treatments: Dementia management, Polypharmacy review, Mobility assessment

Dr. Mark Kuman

Emergency Medicine

Angau Memorial Hospital

The emergency department at Angau Memorial is one of PNG's busiest, handling trauma cases, medical emergencies and disaster responses. It's equipped with modern resuscitation facilities.

Dr. Kuman has transformed emergency care in PNG through training programs and protocol development. He specializes in trauma management and disaster medicine, having led responses to numerous natural disasters and mass casualty events.

Popular Treatments: Trauma resuscitation, Snake bite management, Emergency stabilization

Dr. Sarah Kopen

Rehabilitation Specialist

Goroka General Hospital

The rehabilitation center at Goroka Hospital provides comprehensive physical therapy, occupational therapy and prosthetic services. It's particularly known for its spinal injury and stroke rehabilitation programs.

Dr. Kopen specializes in neurological rehabilitation and adaptive technologies. She has developed low-cost rehabilitation solutions appropriate for PNG's rural settings. Her work with landmine victims and polio survivors has restored mobility to hundreds.

Popular Treatments: Stroke rehabilitation, Spinal injury management, Prosthetic fitting

Dr. Thomas Kila

Radiologist

Pacific International Hospital

The radiology department at PIH features modern imaging equipment including CT, MRI and ultrasound. It serves as a national referral center for complex diagnostic imaging.

Dr. Kila is an expert in tropical disease imaging and interventional radiology. He has trained numerous radiographers across PNG and developed imaging protocols tailored to PNG's disease patterns. His work in ultrasound-guided procedures has reduced the need for invasive surgeries.

Popular Treatments: Diagnostic imaging, Interventional radiology, Ultrasound-guided procedures

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Dr. Rebecca Kama

Anesthesiologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The anesthesia department at PMGH provides perioperative care for all surgical specialties and manages the intensive care unit. It's equipped with modern monitoring and life support systems.

Dr. Kama specializes in pediatric anesthesia and pain management. She has developed safe anesthesia protocols for resource-limited settings and trained numerous anesthesia providers nationwide. Her work has significantly improved surgical safety across PNG.

Popular Treatments: Pediatric anesthesia, Pain management, Critical care

Dr. Daniel Pok

Pathologist

Port Moresby General Hospital

The pathology laboratory at PMGH is PNG's national reference lab, providing histopathology, hematology and microbiology services. It plays a crucial role in disease diagnosis and surveillance.

Dr. Pok specializes in tropical pathology and forensic medicine. He has established laboratory quality standards nationwide and developed diagnostic algorithms for PNG's disease patterns. His work has improved diagnostic accuracy across the country.

Popular Treatments: Disease diagnosis, Cancer pathology, Forensic pathology

Dr. Martha Kila

Family Medicine

St. Mary's Hospital

The family medicine department at St. Mary's provides comprehensive primary care for all ages, with a focus on continuity and preventive care. It serves as a model for rural health services.

Dr. Kila has pioneered integrated primary care models that combine modern medicine with traditional healing practices. Her community health programs have dramatically improved health indicators in her region. She's particularly known for her compassionate, holistic approach.

Popular Treatments: Preventive care, Chronic disease management, Family health

Dr. Paul Kuman

Sports Medicine

Pacific International Hospital

The sports medicine clinic at PIH serves athletes and active individuals with specialized musculoskeletal care. It's equipped with rehabilitation facilities and performance assessment tools.

Dr. Kuman is PNG's leading sports physician, having worked with national teams and elite athletes. He specializes in non-surgical management of sports injuries and has developed injury prevention programs adopted by sporting organizations nationwide.

Popular Treatments: Sports injury management, Concussion care, Performance optimization

Dr. Esther Maraga

Public Health Specialist

National Department of Health

As a public health specialist, Dr. Maraga works across multiple institutions to develop national health policies and programs. Her work focuses on disease prevention and health system strengthening.

Dr. Maraga has led successful campaigns against malaria, TB and vaccine-preventable diseases. She's instrumental in PNG's COVID-19 response and has improved health surveillance systems nationwide. Her work impacts health outcomes at a population level.

Popular Treatments: Disease prevention, Health policy development, Epidemic response