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BackTable / Urology / Podcast / Episode #244
Urology Mission Trip to Africa: Impact & Insights
with Dr. Kenneth Peters and Dr. Spencer Hiller
Global medical missions bring unique challenges and powerful rewards—something Dr. Spencer Hiller and Dr. Kenneth Peters know firsthand. In this episode of BackTable Urology, they join host Dr. Jose Silva to reflect on their work in global health, focusing on their surgical missions to Zambia to treat complex urologic conditions, including vesicovaginal fistula, and a variety of general urologic cases.
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BackTable, LLC (Producer). (2025, June 26). Ep. 244 – Urology Mission Trip to Africa: Impact & Insights [Audio podcast]. Retrieved from https://www.backtable.com
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Podcast Contributors
Dr. Kenneth Peters
Dr. Kenneth Peters is a urologist, professor and chair of urology at OUWB School of Medicine in Royal Oak, Michigan.
Dr. Spencer Hiller
Dr. Spencer Hiller is a urologist and clinical lecturer with University of Michigan Medicine.
Dr. Jose Silva
Dr. Jose Silva is a board certified urologist practicing in Central Florida.
Synopsis
The discussion covers the origins and evolution of their missions, the preparation required for high-volume surgical trips, and the clinical impact on both patients and participating healthcare providers. Dr. Peters and Dr. Hiller detail the logistical and financial hurdles involved, the emphasis on sustainable care models, and their strategies for fundraising. They also emphasize the value of cultural immersion and the long-term goal of establishing educational and medical infrastructure within the communities they serve.
Timestamps
00:00 - Introduction
01:23 - The Mission to Africa: How It All Began
02:32 - Challenges and Logistics of Medical Missions
06:02 - Resident Involvement and Impact
09:10 - Preparation and Experiences in Africa
11:38 - Overcoming Obstacles: Supplies and Customs
19:18 - Types of Procedures and Medical Work in Africa
21:45 - Upgrading Equipment and Training Local Staff
28:28 - Daily Operations and Patient Management
31:00 - Post-Trip Activities and Community Engagement
34:26 - Funding and Sustainability Efforts
40:31 - Personal Reflections and Future Plans
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