Uganda 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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]]> Discussing Healthcare in Uganda with Dr Chirag Kotecha of UMC Victoria Hospital /discussing-healthcare-in-uganda-with-dr-chirag-kotecha-of-umc-victoria-hospital.htm Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:32:39 +0000 /discussing-healthcare-in-uganda-with-dr-chirag-kotecha-of-umc-victoria-hospital.htm Dr Chirag Kotecha shares his assessment of the healthcare sector in Uganda, and gives an overview of the institutions he runs: UMC Victoria Hospital in Kampala, Avane Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic and Europa Pharmaceuticals. He also shares his vision for the future and discusses current projects.

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]]> Providing Quality Healthcare at an Affordable Price Still Remains a Challenge in Uganda /providing-quality-healthcare-at-an-affordable-price-still-remains-a-challenge-in-uganda.htm Wed, 08 Sep 2021 06:30:43 +0000 /providing-quality-healthcare-at-an-affordable-price-still-remains-a-challenge-in-uganda.htm Dr Chirag Kotecha, Director at UMC Victoria Hospital, Avane Cosmetic Dermatology Clinic and Europa Pharmaceuticals, discusses the challenges to be faced by the healthcare sector in Uganda.

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]]> Ramesh Babu Presents Kiboko Group, One of the Biggest FMCG Distribution Companies in Uganda /kiboko-group-to-double-the-turnover-by-2023.htm Sat, 10 Apr 2021 07:37:00 +0000 /kiboko-group-to-double-the-turnover-by-2023.htm Ramesh Babu presents Kiboko Group of Companies, one of the biggest FMCG distribution companies in Uganda. Under the Group are also Kiboko Enterprises, a giant import and distribution house, as well as Abacus, which focuses on the pharmaceutical business side. Mr Babu also shares some success stories and talks about the philosophy of Kiboko Group of Companies.

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]]> Kiboko Group of Companies: Pharmaceuticals and FMCG Distribution in Uganda and East Africa /kiboko-group-of-companies-pharmaceuticals-and-fmcg-distribution-in-uganda-and-east-africa.htm Wed, 07 Apr 2021 10:23:19 +0000 /kiboko-group-of-companies-pharmaceuticals-and-fmcg-distribution-in-uganda-and-east-africa.htm Ramesh Babu, Managing Director at Kiboko Group of Companies, gives a brief history of the Group and talks about Kiboko’s main activities, mentioning key areas such as pharmaceutical distribution and FMCG distribution in Uganda and East Africa.

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]]> Discussing the Future of Rene Industries with Operations Director Khushboo Vadodaria /discussing-the-future-of-rene-industries-with-operations-director-khushboo-vadodaria.htm Fri, 12 Mar 2021 07:37:30 +0000 /discussing-the-future-of-rene-industries-with-operations-director-khushboo-vadodaria.htm Khushboo Vadodaria, Operations Director at Rene Industries Limited, shares her vision for the future of the leading pharmaceutical company in Uganda and East Africa.

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]]> Rene Industries: A Leading Family Business in the Pharmaceutical Sector in Uganda /rene-industries-a-leading-family-business-in-the-pharmaceutical-sector-in-uganda.htm Fri, 05 Mar 2021 08:21:16 +0000 /rene-industries-a-leading-family-business-in-the-pharmaceutical-sector-in-uganda.htm Khushboo Vadodaria, Operations Director at Rene Industries Limited, a leading manufacturer of pharmaceuticals in Uganda, explains what makes a family business different from other companies.

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]]> Pharmaceutical Industry in Uganda: Discussing Challenges to be Faced by Rene Industries /pharmaceutical-industry-in-uganda-discussing-challenges-to-be-faced-by-rene-industries.htm Wed, 03 Mar 2021 07:37:22 +0000 /pharmaceutical-industry-in-uganda-discussing-challenges-to-be-faced-by-rene-industries.htm Khushboo Vadodaria, Operations Director at Rene Industries Limited, discusses the challenges to be faced by the pharmaceutical company in Uganda.

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