Doctors and Senior specialists

Dr. Polycarpe Uwihirwe is a Consultant Neurologist, and he earned his medical degree from the University of Rwanda (Class of 2016) before completing a Master’s in Neurology, Psychiatry, and Neuropsychiatry at Alexandria University, Egypt.

In 2021 Dr. Uwihirwe expanded his clinical training in France, completing a fellowship in Neurovascular Diseases and stroke management at Strasbourg University.

As Additional courses, in 2022 he did management of emergencies psychiatry training at Hôpital Pierre Janet/ France.

Backed by a diverse clinical background, Dr. Uwihirwe served at CARAES Ndera Neuropsychiatric Teaching Hospital; taking care in both neurology and psychiatry services from 2020 to 2024. He worked as consultant neurologist at the Rwanda Military Hospital from 2024 to 2026, alongside doing consultations in private polyclinic in Kigali.

Beyond direct patient care, he is an expert in medical education, actively leading clinical teaching and supervising academic activities for the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Dr. Wellars Dusingizimana, MD, MMed 

Internal Medicine Consultant Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine Specialist | Global Health Practitioner | HEAL Initiative Alumnus

Dr. Wellars Dusingizimana is an Internal Medicine Consultant trained at the University of Rwanda, with a specialization in Preventive Cardiovascular Medicine from the University of South Wales. He is also a Global Health Practitioner and alumnus of the HEAL Initiative.

My career mission is rooted in justice and equitable healthcare.Dedicated to reduce the burden of Non-Communicable Diseases in my community through prevention and early action.

Dr. HAVUGIMANA Jean de Dieu

Dr. HAVUGIMANA Jean de Dieu is a Rwandan Obstetrician and Gynecologist with extensive experience in maternal and reproductive health, clinical care, medical training, and quality improvement. He holds a Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the University of Rwanda, completed between 2019 and 2022, and a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Rwanda, completed between 2010 and 2015.
Dr. Havugimana currently serves as an Obstetrician and Gynecologist at Rwinkwavu District Hospital, a position he has held since February 2023. He also practices at Narada Medical Private Clinic. His professional experience includes previous service as a General Practitioner at Ruhango Provincial Hospital and as a Medical Officer with the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Havugimana has contributed to strengthening healthcare providers' knowledge and skills through training, mentorship, and technical support. He has served as a facilitator and trainer in initiatives focused on maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health, maternal and perinatal death surveillance and response, comprehensive abortion care, and quality improvement. His training and facilitation work has involved collaborations with institutions and partners including the Rwanda Biomedical Centre (RBC), World Health Organization (WHO), Partners in Health (PIH), UNFPA, Ingobyi, and the Rwanda Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (RSOG).
His professional development also includes specialized training in postpartum hemorrhage management, comprehensive abortion care, abortion values clarification and action transformation, assisted vaginal birth, breast cancer screening, cervical cancer screening and management of precancerous lesions, and emergency triage and treatment.
Dr. Havugimana has also demonstrated an interest in medical research, including research on postpartum hemorrhage trends and outcomes among women attending CHUK and the prevalence of femur fractures following road traffic accidents.
He is passionate about teamwork, effective communication, continuous professional development, and improving the quality of maternal and reproductive healthcare. He is proficient in Kinyarwanda and English, with very good proficiency in French.

Dr. Emmanuel Mutabazi is a seasoned Consultant General Surgeon and Senior Lecturer of Surgery with over 10 years’ experience of clinical and academic experience. He has held key clinical and academic leadership roles at the University of Rwanda, Kibuye Referral Hospital, and CHUK. Known for his meticulous surgical skills, calm demeanor under pressure, and deep commitment to patient-centered care, he has a strong track record of mentoring young medical professionals and fostering collaborative working environments. At Rwinkwavu District Hospital, in partnership with Partners In Health, Dr. Mutabazi applies his extensive surgical expertise and leadership to advance healthcare outcomes and expand access to high-quality surgical care in underserved areas.