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What We Do

The Pan-African Academy of Christian Surgeons (PAACS) is a strategic response to the need for surgeons, anesthesiologists, and obstetrician/gynecologists in Africa. PAACS trains African physicians as surgeons and related specialists to care for the poor and the sick. PAACS also disciples these trainees to share the love of Christ with their patients to bring hope to those who are suffering.

  • PAACS Programs are now in 22 Mission Hospitals across 12 African countries.

  • Apply to become a PAACS Resident!
    Applications for 2027 are due by April 15, 2026.

  • Volunteer to serve as Short-Term Faculty across all PAACS programs.

  • You can help to save the lives of patients by supporting the training and discipleship of surgeons, anesthesiologists, and obstetrician/gynecologists in Africa.

Our Impact This Year

  • Countries with Programs

    12

  • PAACS Training Programs

    29

  • Residents in Training

    208

  • PAACS Graduates

    209

  • Countries with Graduates

    26

News and Notes

January 27, 2026

This article reflects on the faithful leadership of Dr. Jens Vaylann, whose vision and servant leadership helped establish a PAACS surgical training program at Nkhoma Mission Hospital. As leadership transitions to local and PAACS-trained surgeons, the piece celebrates God’s faithfulness, the foundation laid, and the future of surgical training in Malawi.

January 20, 2026

PAACS orthopaedic residents at Soddo, Kijabe, and Tenwek received custom-fitted X-ray lead aprons, providing essential protection from radiation exposure during their training. This initiative, led by the PAACS Orthopaedic Council, reflects a commitment to resident safety, stewardship, and long-term service wherever God calls them.

January 15, 2026

The Malamulo PAACS team gathered for a spiritual retreat at the base of Mulanje Mountain, where faculty and theatre staff spent time in teaching, reflection, and fellowship focused on Colossians 3. Led by Pastor Mpeni and joined by PAACS leadership, the retreat strengthened spiritual formation, unity, and Christ-centered care within the program.

PAACS Mission Hospital Partner Sites

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