Dr. Paki Molumi, MBBS, DLO, MMed (Otolaryngology), MBA, is the Chief Executive Officer of Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) and a specialist Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) / Head and Neck Surgeon. Originally from Mendi in Southern Highlands Province, he was appointed CEO of PMGH effective 1 September 2019, after previously serving the hospital in senior clinical and management roles, including Director of Medical Services and Acting CEO.

Dr. Molumi has more than two decades of clinical and health leadership experience and has also taught at the University of Papua New Guinea School of Medicine and Health Sciences. His medical background is in otolaryngology and head-and-neck surgery, and he has contributed to the development of specialist clinical services and medical leadership at PMGH.

As CEO, Dr. Molumi has helped lead PMGH's development as Papua New Guinea's national tertiary referral, research and teaching hospital, with emphasis on expanding specialist services so more patients can receive advanced treatment within PNG. Under this broader direction, PMGH has developed services in areas including cardiac care, kidney transplantation, cancer treatment and other specialist disciplines, alongside plans for further hospital infrastructure and clinical capacity development.

Dr. Wesong Boko, MBBS, MMD, FICC, EMBA, is a Papua New Guinean Interventional Cardiologist at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH), where he serves as Head of the Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab) and has been identified as Deputy Chief Physician. He has played an important role in developing specialist cardiac services in Papua New Guinea, particularly coronary angiography, angioplasty, stenting and other minimally invasive cardiovascular procedures.

Dr. Boko undertook specialist cardiology training overseas, including Clinical Cardiology training at the National Heart Centre Singapore in 2013. He subsequently contributed to the development of PMGH's catheterisation service and was involved in performing early coronary angiography procedures by a Papua New Guinean cardiologist at the country's first public-hospital Cath Lab.

His work has contributed to major advances in specialist cardiovascular treatment at PMGH. In March 2025, Dr. Boko and the cardiac team performed Papua New Guinea's first Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation (TAVI), and in July 2025, he led the team that performed the country's first neuro-thrombectomy using PMGH's Cath Lab. These developments have expanded the range of complex cardiac and vascular procedures that can be performed locally in Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Noah Tapaua, MBBS, MMed (Surgery), Higher Diploma in Cardiothoracic Surgery, is a General and Cardiothoracic Surgeon at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). He has served as PMGH's Surgical Coordinator and as an honorary senior clinical lecturer at the University of Papua New Guinea School of Medicine and Health Sciences. He has also been closely involved in developing Papua New Guinea's cardiothoracic services and the National Permanent Pacemaker Implant Program.

Dr. Tapaua qualified as a general surgeon in 2003 and later pursued specialist cardiothoracic training, including training at Geelong Hospital in Victoria, Australia, in 2009 and National Heart Centre Singapore in 2013. He became a key member of PNG's locally trained cardiac surgical team and has worked extensively with Operation Open Heart and international cardiac specialists to strengthen local capacity for pacemaker implantation, thoracic surgery and open-heart procedures.

Dr. Tapaua continues to play a leading role in advancing specialist cardiac surgery in Papua New Guinea. In August 2025, the PMGH surgical team he led, working with specialists from Singapore, successfully performed PNG's first coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) procedures at PMGH. In March 2026, he also co-led a multidisciplinary PMGH and Singapore team performing complex open-heart surgery, including mitral valve replacement. His long-term goal has been to strengthen sustainable cardiothoracic services and establish comprehensive cardiac treatment capacity within Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Kone Sobi is the Director of Medical Services at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH), where he provides senior clinical and administrative leadership across the hospital's medical services. He has represented PMGH in national health programs, clinical partnerships and initiatives aimed at improving the quality, safety and delivery of specialist healthcare services in Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Sobi has a clinical background in paediatrics. Published medical research identifies him with the Paediatrics Department at PMGH, including research into the management of childhood pneumonia and the implementation of continuous positive airway pressure for children with severe pneumonia and hypoxaemia in Papua New Guinea. His involvement in clinical research reflects his contribution to improving evidence-based paediatric care in the country.

As Director of Medical Services, Dr. Sobi has been involved in strengthening PMGH's clinical systems, specialist services, medical infrastructure and partnerships with local and international organisations. He has represented hospital management on matters ranging from emergency and paediatric services to antimicrobial-resistance surveillance and major clinical programs, supporting PMGH's continuing development as Papua New Guinea's national tertiary referral, teaching and research hospital.

Dr. Duncan Sengiromo, MBBS, MMed (Emergency Medicine), is an Emergency Physician and Clinical Coordinator of the Accident & Emergency Department at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). His work focuses on emergency medicine, trauma care, resuscitation and the rapid assessment and stabilisation of critically ill and injured patients. Published clinical research identifies him as an emergency physician at PMGH and records his leadership role within the Emergency Department.

Dr. Sengiromo has played an important role in strengthening emergency triage and patient management systems at PMGH. He was involved in implementing the Interagency Integrated Triage Tool (IITT), which prioritises patients according to the severity of their condition rather than order of arrival. He has also contributed to published research evaluating the implementation and performance of emergency-department triage in Papua New Guinea, including during the COVID-19 pandemic.

As a senior emergency physician, Dr. Sengiromo has advocated for improved staffing, equipment and resources for PMGH's busy Emergency Department, which provides continuous emergency services and receives patients from the National Capital District, Central and Gulf provinces as well as referrals from elsewhere in Papua New Guinea. His clinical leadership contributes to strengthening emergency and trauma care and improving timely treatment for critically ill patients at the country's national referral hospital.

Dr. Gabriella Ak is a Clinical Microbiologist and General Pathologist at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). She has served as Acting Pathology Coordinator and chairs PMGH's Infection Prevention and Control Committee. She holds a Master of Medicine in General Pathology from the University of Papua New Guinea and a Postgraduate Diploma in Medical Microbiology through the Pacific Region Infectious Diseases Association (PRIDA).

Dr. Ak has played an important role in strengthening clinical microbiology, laboratory diagnostics, infection prevention and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) surveillance in Papua New Guinea. As a Fleming Fund Fellow, she advanced AMR diagnostic and data-analysis capacity and helped produce annual antibiograms used to inform clinical practice. She has also contributed to research on antimicrobial resistance and healthcare-associated infections at PMGH.

Her work extends beyond PMGH through national and regional initiatives to improve antimicrobial stewardship and microbiology services. Dr. Ak contributed to the development of Papua New Guinea's first national antimicrobial guidelines and has advocated for stronger diagnostic laboratories, infection-control systems and sustainable investment in AMR capacity. In 2026, PRIDA reported that she was recognised internationally as one of eight Trailblazers in Antimicrobial Resistance by the Fleming Initiative and CSIRO.

Dr. Monica Clement is a Radiologist and Clinical Coordinator of the Radiology Department at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). In this leadership role, she oversees medical imaging services that support diagnosis and treatment across PMGH's specialist clinical departments. Her work encompasses imaging modalities including X-ray, ultrasound, mammography and computed tomography (CT).

Dr. Clement has been actively involved in strengthening diagnostic imaging and radiology services at PMGH. She has highlighted the importance of modern imaging technology in detecting and managing complex conditions, including cancer. Following the addition of a second CT scanner at PMGH, she explained that the equipment would help manage the department's increasing patient workload and improve diagnostic imaging capacity.

She has also supported the expansion of breast imaging and early cancer detection services at PMGH. Dr. Clement has encouraged women, particularly those aged over 40, to undertake appropriate breast screening and has provided clinical guidance on the use of mammography and ultrasound for patients presenting with breast symptoms. Her clinical leadership contributes to PMGH's continuing efforts to strengthen diagnostic services and improve access to specialist healthcare in Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Gwenda Anga, MBBS, DCH, MMed (Child Health), is a Paediatrician and Paediatric Oncology specialist at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). She serves as Paediatrics Clinical Coordinator/Head of Paediatrics and has provided leadership in the development of paediatric and childhood cancer services in Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Anga has worked in general paediatrics and paediatric oncology at PMGH since 2010. In 2014–2015, she spent a year at the Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, gaining experience in childhood cancer diagnosis and helping develop treatment protocols adapted to Papua New Guinea's available resources. She has been recognised as the first PNG paediatrician to specialise in paediatric oncology and has provided clinical leadership and advice to healthcare professionals across the country.

Her work has been central to strengthening childhood cancer diagnosis, treatment, referral, data collection and supportive care in PNG. She has contributed to national child-health planning for childhood cancer and remains involved in improving paediatric oncology capacity at PMGH, including collaboration with international children's cancer specialists. She also contributes to research in paediatric and palliative care, supporting better treatment and quality of care for seriously ill children and their families.

Dr. Mary Rose Bagita is an experienced Obstetrician and Gynaecologist associated with the Obstetrics and Gynaecology Division at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). She has served as Clinical Coordinator of Obstetrics & Gynaecology at PMGH and as President of the Papua New Guinea Society of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

Dr. Bagita holds a Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the University of Papua New Guinea and has pursued a Master of Clinical Research at the University of Melbourne. Her professional and research interests include maternal and reproductive health, cervical and other gynaecological cancers, HIV care during pregnancy, and strengthening clinical research capacity in Papua New Guinea.

She has contributed to improving women's healthcare in Papua New Guinea, with particular interest in cervical cancer prevention, HPV-related research, screening and early detection, as well as strengthening clinical research and specialist women's health services. Her work combines clinical practice, research, leadership and advocacy aimed at improving outcomes for women and mothers in Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Osiat Baining is an Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT) specialist and Clinical Coordinator of ENT at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). His clinical work includes the diagnosis and surgical management of ear, nose and throat conditions, with a significant focus on head, neck and mouth cancers. He works with PMGH's Otorhinolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery team in providing specialist surgical care for patients with complex conditions.

Dr. Baining has been actively involved in strengthening head and neck cancer treatment and specialist surgical capacity in Papua New Guinea. In 2026, he highlighted an increasing number of younger patients presenting with mouth, head and neck cancers and participated in complex procedures at PMGH alongside visiting Australian head-and-neck reconstructive specialists. He has strongly advocated for early detection, regular oral examinations and timely treatment, particularly because advanced cancers can require lengthy and complex surgery.

In addition to his ENT responsibilities, Dr. Baining serves as Chairman of PMGH's Blood Transfusion Committee and has contributed to improving the hospital's blood transfusion services. In 2026, he was involved in the introduction of PMGH's end-to-end digital blood transfusion system, designed to improve the management of blood collection, screening, processing, storage and delivery of blood products. His work across ENT, cancer care, blood transfusion and public health education contributes to strengthening specialist clinical services at PMGH.

Dr. Nick Agebigo is a Consultant Dermatologist and Coordinator of the Dermatology Clinic at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). He provides specialist diagnosis and treatment for conditions affecting the skin, hair and nails. PMGH's dermatology clinic receives referrals from within the hospital as well as patients from Central and Gulf provinces, and has been described as the country's only specialised public dermatology clinic.

Dr. Agebigo's clinical work includes the management of fungal, bacterial, viral and parasitic skin infections, as well as chronic and complex dermatological conditions. He is also involved in the diagnosis and treatment of leprosy, including multidrug therapy, and has emphasised the importance of recognising underlying skin diseases rather than treating only secondary sores or infections.

Beyond clinical care, Dr. Agebigo contributes to public health education, medical training and the development of clinical guidance in Papua New Guinea. He has advocated for good personal hygiene and appropriate treatment to prevent the recurrence and transmission of infectious skin diseases. He is also listed as a contributing clinician to Papua New Guinea's 2024 National Antimicrobial Guidelines, reflecting his involvement in strengthening evidence-based treatment and antimicrobial practice in the country.

Ms Ruth Kemga Kuk is a Physiotherapist at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH), with professional experience in physiotherapy, rehabilitation and disability care. Public professional information identifies her with PMGH and records studies at Divine Word University, an institution that has played an important role in developing physiotherapy education in Papua New Guinea.

Earlier in her career, Ms Kuk worked as a physiotherapist with Cheshire Disability Services in Port Moresby, where she supported rehabilitation services for people living with disabilities. She advocated extending physiotherapy into the wider community to support early detection, prevention of disability risk factors and management of lifestyle-related conditions.

Ms Kuk has also contributed to the development of the physiotherapy profession in Papua New Guinea. In 2012, she was elected Southern Region representative of the PNG Physiotherapy Association when the association was established. Her professional experience reflects a continuing commitment to rehabilitation, disability support and improving access to physiotherapy services in Papua New Guinea.

Ms Francisca Vangun is a Medical Social Worker at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). She has served as the medical social worker responsible for the Paediatric Ward, supporting children and their families as they deal with the social and welfare challenges that can arise during hospitalisation.

Her work includes assisting patients and families experiencing issues such as family difficulties, child welfare concerns and lack of family support. PMGH medical social workers work alongside doctors, nurses and hospital chaplains, providing welfare assessments, counselling and practical assistance when patients are referred for social support.

Ms Vangun has also helped raise awareness of the important role of medical social work in patient recovery and wellbeing. She has highlighted the challenges created by limited social-work staffing at PMGH while emphasising the professional fulfilment that comes from helping patients and families through difficult circumstances. Her work contributes to PMGH's multidisciplinary approach to patient-centred care.

Dr. Richard Kanawi Kulau is a surgeon at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) and has served as Surgical Coordinator at PMGH. His professional work includes surgical and orthopaedic care, trauma management and the continuing development of specialist surgical services in Papua New Guinea. Earlier records also identify him as a surgeon at Mendi Hospital before his later work at PMGH.

Dr. Kulau has undertaken specialist professional development internationally. In 2022, he completed a three-month medical training program in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at Changhua Christian Hospital in Taiwan. He later completed the AUSMAT Surgical Training Program in 2024 and has participated in additional trauma and orthopaedic training initiatives aimed at strengthening PNG's surgical and emergency-response capacity.

Alongside his clinical responsibilities, Dr. Kulau contributes to surgical education, research and international clinical collaboration. He has participated in PMGH's partnerships with overseas hospitals, presented on surgical treatment and challenges in Papua New Guinea, and contributed as an author to research examining the management and cost of forearm fractures at PMGH. His work supports the continuing development of sustainable specialist surgical and orthopaedic services within Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Benjamin Thomas, MBBS, MMed, MS, is a specialist Neurosurgeon and Head of the Neurosurgery Unit at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). His clinical practice focuses on the diagnosis and surgical management of complex brain, spine and neurological conditions. He is also an honorary lecturer in General Surgery and Neurosurgery at the University of Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Thomas completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery at the University of Papua New Guinea, followed by postgraduate training in General Surgery and a master's degree in Neurosurgery at Tongji Hospital, Tongji Medical College, Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China. His further specialist training has included skull-base and cerebrovascular neurosurgery in China and a Rowan Nicks Fellowship at Concord Hospital in Sydney, where he expanded his experience in complex and minimally invasive spinal surgery.

Dr. Thomas has played an important role in strengthening neurosurgical services and training in Papua New Guinea. Through PMGH's continuing collaboration with PNG Angels and Australian neurosurgical specialists, he has participated in increasingly complex brain and spinal procedures while supporting the training and development of local surgical teams. These partnerships have expanded PMGH's capacity to perform procedures for brain tumours, spinal disorders and other complex neurological conditions within Papua New Guinea.

Dr. John Kamakon is associated with Internal Medicine at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) and has been identified in the PMGH clinical structure as an Internal Medicine clinical coordinator. His work is centred on the assessment, diagnosis and management of adult medical conditions and the coordination of care for patients requiring specialist physician services.

As an internal medicine doctor, his clinical responsibilities encompass the management of patients with acute and chronic medical conditions and collaboration with other specialist departments at PMGH. This multidisciplinary approach is particularly important for patients with complex illnesses who require coordinated investigation, treatment and ongoing medical care.

Dr. Kamakon contributes to PMGH's delivery of specialist adult medical services and its broader role as Papua New Guinea's national tertiary referral hospital. .

Dr. Naomi Marilyn Asing is a Senior Dental Officer and Dental Clinic Coordinator at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH). She provides leadership for PMGH's dental services while supporting the delivery of general and specialist oral healthcare. Her professional background also includes postgraduate qualifications in public health and business administration, complementing her clinical dentistry experience with health-service management and public-health expertise.

Dr. Asing has been actively involved in strengthening oral-health services, dental education and preventive dentistry in Papua New Guinea. She helped reintroduce school dental visits in the National Capital District to provide oral-health checks, collect baseline data and promote better dental-health practices among children. She has also advocated for greater investment in dental facilities, equipment and the dental workforce to meet PNG's increasing demand for oral healthcare.

Dr. Asing also contributes to improving clinical standards and dental-service development. In 2026, she was involved with PMGH dental clinicians, the National Department of Health Chief Dentist's Office and the UPNG Division of Dentistry in reviewing and updating Papua New Guinea's Dental Services Standard Operating Procedures, including clinical practice, infection prevention, specialist scope of practice and dental-service administration. Her work supports safer, more consistent and sustainable oral-health services at PMGH and across Papua New Guinea.

Dr. Gambi Garap is associated with Ophthalmology at Port Moresby General Hospital (PMGH) and is listed in the hospital's clinical structure for eye services. His clinical work involves the assessment, diagnosis and management of eye conditions and supporting specialist ophthalmic care for patients referred to PMGH.

As part of the ophthalmology service, his work supports the management of patients with visual impairment and other eye conditions requiring specialist assessment, treatment or surgical intervention. Ophthalmology services are an important component of PMGH's role as Papua New Guinea's national tertiary referral hospital.

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