Overview:
Australia Supports Specialist Healthcare in Palau
A visiting team from the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (RACS) recently partnered with local health professionals at Belau National Hospital (BNH) to deliver specialized healthcare services in Palau. Focusing on urogynaecology, the team provided specialist consultations, surgical care, and hands-on clinical mentoring. Supported by the Australian Government, this initiative strengthens local health systems and improves access to specialized care for the Palauan community.
20 October 2026
A visiting team from the Royal Australian College of Surgeons (RACS) provided specialist care at Belau National Hospital (BNH), working alongside local health professionals to support patients and share clinical expertise.
Focusing on urogynaecology, the RACS team provided specialist consultations and surgery in collaboration with BNH doctors, nurses and hospital staff, while also sharing knowledge and expertise through clinical collaboration and mentoring.
Through the RACS program, Australian specialists help improve access to specialised health services in Palau while supporting ongoing collaboration between Australian and Palauan health professionals.
The Australian Government is proud to support the partnership between RACS and BNH, helping patients access specialist care in Palau and supporting a strong and responsive health system.
For further information, please contact the Australian Embassy, Palau on 488-4628 or koror.embassy@dfat.gov.au