How is Telemedicine having an impact on health care in Uganda?

Spotlight is for new tales of people making a difference through transformation, innovation, and social effect on the African continent, particularly in Uganda.

In Uganda, a group of health professionals responded to the need for early patient diagnosis and treatment by launching telephone consultations. 

Through 24/7 doctor teleconsultations, pharmacy delivery, lab sample pick-ups, and tests, the programme has evolved from delivering phone consultations to providing customized, inexpensive, and high-quality health care.

Furthermore, their AI-powered application has been reported to pin 90% of the illnesses that patients have.

Dr. Davis Musinguzi is the brains behind the idea that is revolutionizing Ugandan medicine.