Dr. Carolyn Baindu Moore, a Liberian-born thoracic surgeon, has achieved remarkable success in her medical career. She earned her medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed her general surgery residency at Morehouse School of Medicine. Dr. Moore then pursued highly specialized training at Brigham and Women's Hospital and the University of Kansas Medical Center. Her accomplishments have earned her recognition as a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
In 2018, Dr. Moore made history by becoming the first resident in Morehouse School of Medicine's history to become certified in robotic surgery. This achievement showcases her expertise in minimally invasive medicine, allowing for smaller wounds, less postoperative pain, and faster recovery for patients. Dr. Moore's current practice focuses on thoracic surgery, including complex procedures such as lung resections and chest-wall surgery.
As Dr. Moore's medical career developed, she began to consider how she could give back to her home country, Liberia. This led her to establish the Liberia Global Health & Surgery Consortium (LGHSC), an organization aimed at strengthening healthcare in Liberia. The consortium brings together healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and international partners to address the long-term needs of Liberia's healthcare system.
Dr. Moore's approach emphasizes training Liberian healthcare professionals, strengthening diagnostic services, improving surgical systems, and sharing medical knowledge. She recognizes that a functioning surgical system requires not only doctors and equipment but also trained nurses, anesthesia professionals, laboratories, and biomedical technicians. The LGHSC is working to address these needs and create a sustainable impact in Liberia.
In January 2026, Liberia's Ministry of Health entered into a formal partnership with the LGHSC, focusing on strengthening surgical and diagnostic care, training, and health-system capacity. The consortium has also attracted support from established medical institutions, including Duke University's REMEDY program, which has donated medical and surgical supplies to LGHSC for use in Liberia.
Dr. Moore's efforts demonstrate her commitment to creating lasting change in Liberia. By building relationships, resources, and infrastructure, she aims to multiply the impact of her success and improve healthcare outcomes for Liberians. Her story serves as an inspiration to Liberian professionals and diaspora members, showcasing the potential for individual success to translate into broader positive change.
The Liberia Global Health & Surgery Consortium is actively seeking support for its efforts to strengthen surgical and diagnostic care in Liberia. Priorities include providing surgical instruments, improving diagnostic laboratory capacity, and supporting advanced clinical training for healthcare professionals. With continued support, Dr. Moore's vision for a stronger healthcare system in Liberia can become a reality.
Key points
- Dr. Carolyn Baindu Moore becomes first resident in Morehouse School of Medicine's history to be certified in robotic surgery in 2018.
- Dr. Moore establishes the Liberia Global Health & Surgery Consortium to strengthen healthcare in Liberia.
- The consortium partners with Liberia's Ministry of Health and attracts support from Duke University's REMEDY program.
