Updated for: May 27, 2026 The human outbreak continues to expand in eastern DR Congo and Uganda. The Gorilla Doctors team remains safe and healthy. To the best of our knowledge, no suspected or confirmed cases of Ebola disease caused by the Bundibugyo virus have been...
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Gorilla Doctors Celebrates 40 Years of Conservation Medicine on Earth Day
From a single veterinarian in Rwanda to an international force for gorilla health, the organization marks four decades of work that has helped nearly double mountain gorilla populations Today, on Earth Day, Gorilla Doctors marks its 40th anniversary (1986–2026). What...
Vital Signs: The Health Story of Pablo Group
Today is an exciting day in the world of mountain gorilla conservation: A Gorilla Story: Told by David Attenborough, premieres on Netflix — bringing the remarkable history of the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund and the iconic Pablo group to a global audience. In honor of...
Getting to Know Dr. Sonya: Part 3
Here we are, Part 3 in our series! In Part 1, we explored Dr. Sonya’s childhood inspirations and education. In Part 2, we learned about the career path that led her to becoming Gorilla Doctors' next executive director. This week, we look to the future and briefly...
Getting to Know Dr. Sonya: Part 2
Last week we sat down with Dr. Sonya to learn about her early influences and educational background. This week we dive into her career trajectory after she completed her PhD. REMINDER! Gorilla Doctors LIVE: Meet + Greet with Dr. Sonya Thursday, April 9 9:00 –...
Getting to Know Dr. Sonya: Part 1
Last week our board chair, Dr. Jan Ramer, introduced you to Dr. Sonya Kahlenberg, our new executive director. In part one of this three-part Q&A series, discover Dr. Sonya’s childhood inspirations, educational background, and early formative experiences. 1) What...
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