What does Uganda’s public healthcare system really look like, and how does it serve millions of people every day?
In this episode of The Ugandan Podcast, host Brandy Valentine Azeirwe sits down with Dr. Elizabeth Nagawa, an ophthalmologist at Kiruddu National Referral Hospital, to unpack the realities of healthcare delivery in Uganda.
From understanding how referral hospitals work to the critical role Kiruddu plays as a lifeline for patients who cannot afford care, this conversation dives deep into the structure of Uganda’s health system, the challenges healthcare workers face, and the impact of limited resources on patient outcomes.
Dr. Nagawa also shares powerful insights into eye health, highlighting preventable blindness, the rise of non-communicable diseases like diabetes and hypertension, and the importance of early screening. She explains how simple interventions like glasses or timely surgery can change lives, and why awareness and sensitization remain key.
The episode also explores how technology, including AI and digital health tools, can improve diagnosis, reduce delays in care, and bring services closer to communities across Uganda.Whether you’re a medical professional, student, policymaker, or simply curious about healthcare in Uganda, this episode offers a human-centered look at service, resilience, and the mission to restore sight and save lives.
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