Dr. Yohannes Challa Worku is a distinguished healthcare leader and accomplished. Since becoming the Head of Bureau of Health at Addis Ababa City Administration in 2018, he spearheaded innovative programs and policies to address pressing health issues in the community.
Dr. Worku completed his medical training at Addis Ababa University School of Medicine in 2003, and went on to serve as a General Practitioner and Medical Director at Kebri Dehar Hospital in the Somali National Regional State for three years. He subsequently pursued specialty studies in General Surgery at Addis Ababa University, where he excelled as Chief Resident in his final year of residency.
After completing his specialty training, Dr. Worku worked as a General Surgeon and Head of the Department of Surgery at Nejo Hospital in West Wollega Zone in the Oromia Regional State for eight years. In this role, he made significant contributions to the healthcare community and was awarded an Honorary Recognition by the Federal Ministry of Health of Ethiopia for his exceptional professional contributions.
In 2017, Dr. Worku took on the role of Head of the Department of Surgery at Zewditu Memorial Hospital in Addis Ababa. He continues to make a positive impact on the healthcare sector through his dedication, expertise, and commitment to improving the wellbeing of patients and the community as a whole.
