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THE UGANDA MEDICAL AND
DENTAL PRACTITIONERS’ COUNCIL

Word from the

REGISTRAR’S DESK

It is my dis�nct honour, as Registrar of the Uganda Medical and Dental Prac��oners
Council (UMDPC), to contribute this foreword to the 20th Edi�on of the Uganda Health-
care Directory.

For two decades, this Directory has stood as a vital reference point in Uganda’s health
sector. It has connected pa�ents with providers, guided ins�tu�ons, and offered a
dependable map of the ever-evolving healthcare landscape. Its longevity is a testament
to both the dedica�on of its publishers and the trust placed in it by the Ugandan public
and healthcare community.

At UMDPC, our mandate is to safeguard the highest standards of medical and dental
prac�ce. To be�er serve prac��oners and streamline opera�ons, we are leveraging
digital transforma�on through pla�orms like the Health Professionals Portal, which
simplifies licensing, registra�on, and interac�ons between prac��oners and regulatory
bodies. In doing so, we recognize the value of pla�orms such as this Directory, which
work in tandem with our objec�ve to promote transparency, accessibility, and informed
choice. In an era where healthcare demands are growing and technology is reshaping
how services are delivered, the Directory’s adaptability, from print to digital formats,
shows remarkable foresight.

This 20th edi�on is more than a milestone; it is a call to ac�on. It reminds us that collabo-
ra�on between regulators, prac��oners, and informa�on pla�orms is central to advanc-
ing quality, accountability, and pa�ent-centered care in Uganda.

I commend the editorial team for their commitment, and I congratulate all healthcare
providers, partners, and adver�sers who con�nue to make this publica�on a success.
May this edi�on inspire renewed dedica�on to the values of integrity, service, and inno-
va�on as we collec�vely work towards a healthier Uganda.

Dr. Charles Tusiime
Registrar, Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council

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