Echoes for
Equity
All patients deserve access to life-saving
technology, including echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound)
Our Mission
We are working to increase access to echocardiography and the education needed to utilize it effectively, which will radically improve the quality of cardiovascular care provided in Africa and save countless lives.
The Problem
The global burden of cardiovascular disease is rising, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
To diagnose and treat heart disease effectively, a cardiac ultrasound (echocardiogram or echo) is needed.
Most patients with heart disease in Africa will never receive a full echo.
SFA is working with local healthcare facilities in Africa to increase access to life-saving ultrasound technology and the skills needed to operate it.
OUR
APPROACH
OUR APPROACH
Research
Creating a database of echocardiograms to better understand heart failure in Africa
Education
Collaborating with local healthcare workers to improve capacity in performing ultrasounds
Sustainability
Ensuring consistent access to echo and the skills needed to use it will empower local health systems
Service
Recruiting healthcare workers and public health experts worldwide to scan, interpret data, and teach