Health & Pharma - MarcoPolis Your local business media with a global reach Sun, 15 Dec 2024 14:11:27 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 Rene at 25: From a Small Pharmacy to a Regional Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in EAC /rene-at-25-from-a-small-pharmacy-to-a-regional-leader-in-pharmaceutical-manufacturing-in-eac.htm Thu, 12 Dec 2024 20:19:02 +0000 /?p=190407 Background Rene Industries began as a wholesale pharmacy specializing in importing and distributing pharmaceutical medicines. The company later expanded through backward integration into domestic manufacturing of essential medicines. Construction of a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility commenced in 1996, with the first commercial production rolling out in 1998. Rene Industries was founded in 1999 by Mr. Rishi ...

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]]> Expanding Specialized Care in Uganda: An Interview with Dr. Chirag Kotecha of UMC Victoria Hospital /expanding-specialized-care-in-uganda-an-interview-with-dr-chirag-kotecha-of-umc-victoria-hospital.htm Tue, 15 Oct 2024 08:44:11 +0000 /?p=190139 In this interview, we are honored to speak with Dr. Chirag Kotecha, a distinguished leader in Uganda’s healthcare landscape and a driving force behind the remarkable transformation at UMC Victoria Hospital. Over recent years, this institution has undergone significant advancements, expanding its spectrum of medical services and making cutting-edge treatments more accessible to a wider ...

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]]> How UMC Victoria Hospital is Shaping Uganda’s Healthcare Future: A Conversation with Dr. Chirag Kotecha /how-umc-victoria-hospital-is-shaping-ugandas-healthcare-future-a-conversation-with-dr-chirag-kotecha.htm Mon, 14 Oct 2024 22:16:37 +0000 /?p=190136 Today, we have the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Chirag Kotecha, a prominent figure in Uganda’s healthcare industry and a key leader at UMC Victoria Hospital. Over the last few years, the hospital has seen remarkable advancements, expanding its range of medical services and improving the accessibility of cutting-edge treatments. From installing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to establishing specialized departments like ophthalmology, fertility treatments, and minimally invasive surgeries, UMC Victoria Hospital continues to shape the future of healthcare in the region.

In this interview, Dr. Kotecha will share insights into how these developments have helped reduce the need for medical tourism, attracted international talent, and met the growing demand for specialized care both within Uganda and neighboring countries. We’ll also explore the hospital's expansion plans, the integration of new medical technologies, and the efforts to recruit and train healthcare professionals. Join us as we discuss these transformative efforts with Dr. Kotecha and learn more about the challenges and successes he has faced in leading one of Uganda's premier medical institutions.

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]]> From Humble Beginnings to Premier Care: Dr. Toseef Din Shares the Evolution of M.P. Shah Hospital /from-humble-beginnings-to-premier-care-dr-toseef-din-shares-the-evolution-of-m-p-shah-hospital.htm Tue, 30 Jul 2024 08:00:59 +0000 /?p=189772 Dr. Toseef Din, CEO of M.P. Shah Hospital, provides an overview of the hospital. Located in Nairobi, M.P. Shah Hospital is a modern 217-bed facility renowned for its highly skilled specialists and professional medical staff, making it one of the best private hospitals in Kenya. “The M.P. Shah Hospital began in the late 1920s as ...

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]]> Revolutionizing Healthcare: Dr. Toseef Din Presents M.P. Shah Hospital, Kenya’s Premier Patient-Centric Facility /revolutionizing-healthcare-dr-toseef-din-presents-m-p-shah-hospital-kenyas-premier-patient-centric-facility.htm Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:46:12 +0000 /?p=189768 In this exclusive interview, Dr. Toseef Din presents M.P. Shah Hospital, Kenya's premier patient-centric healthcare facility. Established in the late 1920s, M.P. Shah Hospital has grown exponentially, evolving into a Level 6 hospital. With a robust focus on patient-centered care and continual investment in state-of-the-art technology, infrastructure, and human resources, M.P. Shah Hospital has emerged as a beacon of excellence in the region. Dr. Din's strategic vision and commitment to transformative healthcare solutions have not only propelled the hospital's expansion to triple its bed capacity and workforce, but also solidified its reputation as a leader in specialized medical services, including oncology, cardiovascular care, and maternal health. Join us as Dr. Din shares insights into M.P. Shah Hospital's journey, challenges, achievements, and ambitious plans.

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]]> Transforming Healthcare Financing in Africa: Checkups Cova’s Innovative Approach /transforming-healthcare-financing-in-africa-checkups-covas-innovative-approach.htm Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:25:37 +0000 /?p=189738 Renee Ngamau, Co-Founder and President, and Dr. Moka Lantum, Co-Founder and CEO, introduce Checkups Cova, a groundbreaking health financing and benefits management platform poised to revolutionize healthcare financing and accessibility in Kenya and Africa. “We looked at the challenge of financing healthcare and how to resolve it for families, employers, enterprises, and institutions. The answer ...

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]]> Addressing Kenya’s Healthcare Crisis: Innovative Solutions for Financing and Accessibility by Checkups Cova /addressing-kenyas-healthcare-crisis-innovative-solutions-for-financing-and-accessibility-by-checkups-cova.htm Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:12:31 +0000 /?p=189731 In this insightful interview, we explore the pressing issues facing the healthcare sector in Kenya and Africa with Renee Ngamau, Co-Founder and President, and Dr. Moka Lantum, Co-Founder and CEO of Checkups Cova. With their extensive expertise, they discuss the state of healthcare, the financial burdens faced by citizens, and the innovative solutions Checkups Cova is implementing to make healthcare more accessible and affordable. Their pioneering approach aims to transform the healthcare landscape by embedding financial solutions into healthcare benefits, ensuring that even the most vulnerable populations can receive the care they need. Join us as we delve into their mission to revolutionize healthcare financing and accessibility in Africa.

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]]> Why is African Healthcare the Best Sector to Invest In? A Discussion with Sven Hermans of Ponea /why-is-african-healthcare-the-best-sector-to-invest-in-a-discussion-with-sven-hermans-of-ponea.htm Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:42:41 +0000 /why-is-african-healthcare-the-best-sector-to-invest-in-a-discussion-with-sven-hermans-of-ponea.htm Sven Hermans, Board Member at Ponea Health, explains why Africa is the future of healthcare and discusses investment opportunities in the African healthcare sector.

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]]> Ponea Health is Looking for Investors to Improve Access to Healthcare for Underserved Populations /ponea-health-is-looking-for-investors-to-improve-access-to-healthcare-for-underserved-populations.htm Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:10:40 +0000 /ponea-health-is-looking-for-investors-to-improve-access-to-healthcare-for-underserved-populations.htm Sven Hermans, Board Member at Ponea Health, talks investment opportunities in Ponea, the revolutionary online healthcare marketplace that offers convenience, discretion and lower cost of healthcare to africans living in urban areas.

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]]> Investment Opportunity in the African Healthcare Sector: Sven Hermans Presents Ponea’s Marketplace /investment-opportunity-in-the-african-healthcare-sector-sven-hermans-presents-ponea-s-marketplace.htm Mon, 30 Jan 2023 07:20:23 +0000 /investment-opportunity-in-the-african-healthcare-sector-sven-hermans-presents-ponea-s-marketplace.htm Sven Hermans gives an overview of Ponea’s marketplace, a platform dedicated to creating better, more timely and affordable access to healthcare in Kenya, as well as the whole African continent. He also talks about investment opportunities in the African healthcare sector, as Ponea is now looking for impact investors, corporate investors and venture capitalists to push its mission and vision forward.

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