Dr. Catherine Hamlin

Dr. Catherine Hamlin was an Australian gynecologist renowned for her work in Ethiopia, where she dedicated over 60 years to treating women with obstetric fistulas—a devastating condition often resulting from childbirth complications. Together with her late husband, she co-founded the Addis Ababa Fistula Hospital in 1974, which became a model for similar facilities worldwide. Their mission was not only to treat but also to empower women and raise awareness about maternal health issues. Dr. Hamlin received numerous accolades for her humanitarian work, emphasizing the importance of compassion and medical care in the lives of vulnerable women.