Celebrating 25 years in print
For 25 years, Hospital by the River has shared the extraordinary story of Dr Catherine Hamlin AC and her lifelong mission to restore health, dignity and hope to women in Ethiopia.
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Why readers love Hospital by the River
“Simple, evocative and sometimes dramatic."
- Sydney Morning Herald
“Reading this book was an emotional experience. At times I was in tears, sometimes I laughed, and I felt profound pity for the Hamlin patients.”
- Victoria P
“A compelling portrait of hope from darkest despair."
- Bookreporter
“Interesting and thought-provoking. I loved the insights into the work of Hamlin hospitals."
- Stephanie C
“I loved this book so much I bought multiple copies to give to friends and family.”
- Alex R
“This story had a huge influence on my decision to study nursing.”
- Hannah H
What readers are saying about Healing Lives and Catherine's Gift
“Drs Catherine and Reg Hamlin had a remarkable impact on women’s lives in Ethiopia. Their love and faith helped restore dignity to thousands of women.”
- Sarah W, on Catherine’s Gift
“What an eye-opening and inspiring book! I couldn’t put it down, even though I had already listened to the audiobook.”
- Jenny W, on Healing Lives
“Could not put this book down.”
- Kevin T, on Healing Lives
“Healing Lives is a great follow-up to The Hospital by the River. Learning about Mamitu and her incredible life with Catherine and Reg Hamlin was so moving."
- Kate C, on Healing Lives
Catherine Hamlin Fistula Foundation acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Elders past, present and emerging throughout Australia and the Gadigal people of the Eora Nation, the Traditional Owners of the land and waterways on which our Australian office is situated. We acknowledge the many ethnic groups in Ethiopia and their ancestral and cultural connection to the land where our work is undertaken.