The Ethiopian Medical Laboratory Association (EMLA) is one of the oldest nationwide professional associations in Ethiopia, officially registered with the Ministry of Justice in 1964, and re-registered by the Ethiopian Government Law of Charities and Society Proclamation No. 621.2009 to contribute to the improvement of national health programs in general and in the fields of laboratory medicine in particular.
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About Association
Mission Statement
We are working for continuous improvement in the quality of laboratory education, practices, services, health outcomes and scientific researches to enhance.
Vision Statement
To see improved accessible, affordable and high standard healthcare provision through evidences generated by laboratory medicine in Ethiopia.
Our Core Values
Accountability: We are accountable to the general assembly, the licensing body and stakeholders. We maintain and promote high standards of practice in the delivery of quality health care Ethics and Commitment: Our standards ensure high quality medical laboratory professionals who are valued throughout Ethiopia and in the world. We are proactive in meeting the needs of our members and our community.
PROJECTS AND ACTIVITIES
There was a project of compassionate and respectful care (CRC) project in collaboration with Ministry of Health (MoH) and consortium of seven healthcare professionals including the Ethiopian anesthesia Association (EAA), the Ethiopia Medical Association (EMA), the Ethiopian Midwives Association (EMwA), the Ethiopian public Health Association (EPHA), the public health Officers Association of Ethiopia (PHOA – E), the Ethiopian Medical Laboratory Association (EMLA) and Ethiopian Nurses Association (ENA).
Our Board Members
A board of directors (B of D) is the governing body of our association, elected by our members to set strategy and oversee management.