The Directorate of Clinical Services at St. Francis Regional Referral Hospital Ifakara is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all medical departments to ensure the delivery of safe, high-quality, and patient-centered healthcare. It integrates diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services while promoting efficiency, professionalism, and continuous improvement in clinical care across the hospital.
Fr. Dr. Winfrid Gingo
Director of Clinical ServicesLeads and oversees all clinical departments, ensuring quality healthcare delivery, patient safety, and continuous improvement of medical services across the hospital.
Clinical Leadership Team
Supporting the Director of Clinical Services in coordinating patient care, nursing services, surgical services, and overall clinical operations across the hospital.
Dr. Witness Lubomba
Supports coordination of clinical departments, quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and healthcare service delivery.
Dr. Thadei Liganga
Oversees surgical services, operating theatre coordination, surgical quality standards, and development of specialized surgical care.
Fransisca Bizoza
Provides leadership and supervision for nursing services, ensuring high standards of patient care, nursing practice, and professional development.
Clinical Departments & Units
The Directorate of Clinical Services oversees a wide range of specialized departments and units dedicated to delivering quality, safe, and patient-centered healthcare services.
Laboratory Department
The laboratory department at St. Francis Regional Referral Hospital Ifakara provides essential diagnostic testing, including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, and blood bank services. It also oversees mortuary services for proper handling and preservation of deceased bodies and includes dermatology services for the diagnosis and treatment of skin conditions.
Psychiatric Department
Responsible for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health disorders including depression, schizophrenia, anxiety, and substance abuse. Provides counseling, medication, inpatient and outpatient care, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention while promoting awareness and reducing stigma.
Medical Record Department
Manages collection, storage, and security of patient records. Ensures accurate documentation, supports healthcare providers with accessible data, maintains confidentiality, and contributes to planning, reporting, and decision-making through proper data management.
Physiotherapy Department
Helps patients restore movement and function through exercises, therapy, and rehabilitation. Manages conditions such as fractures, stroke, paralysis, and chronic pain while improving mobility, balance, and quality of life.
Orthopedic Department
Handles diagnosis and treatment of bone, joint, and muscle conditions such as fractures, arthritis, and trauma. Provides surgical and non-surgical care, rehabilitation, and injury prevention education.
Anesthesia Department
Provides anesthesia and pain management during medical procedures. Monitors patients during surgery, supports emergency care, and ensures safe recovery through proper post-operative pain control.
Pharmacy Department
Responsible for procurement, storage, and dispensing of medicines. Ensures safe medication use, supports clinical teams, manages inventory, and promotes rational drug use and patient education.
Ophthalmology Department
Provides eye care services including diagnosis and treatment of cataracts, glaucoma, and vision problems. Offers surgeries, screenings, and preventive care to reduce blindness.
Urology Department
Manages diseases of the urinary system and male reproductive system including kidney stones, infections, and prostate conditions through medical and surgical treatments.
Obstetrics & Gynaecology Department
Provides maternal and reproductive healthcare including antenatal, delivery, and postnatal services. Manages gynecological conditions, performs surgeries, and promotes safe motherhood.
Dental Department
Offers diagnosis and treatment of oral health issues including tooth extraction, cleaning, and gum disease management while promoting oral hygiene education.
Diagnostics and Imaging Department
Provides imaging services such as X-ray and ultrasound for disease diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring of patient conditions.
General Surgery Department
Performs surgical procedures for conditions affecting the abdomen and soft tissues including emergencies and elective surgeries with full pre and post-operative care.
Internal Medicine Department
Manages non-surgical adult diseases including chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension while providing comprehensive inpatient and outpatient care.
Pediatrics Department
Provides healthcare for infants and children including treatment of infections, nutrition support, immunization, and monitoring growth and development.
ENT Department
Treats conditions affecting ear, nose, and throat including infections, hearing loss, and sinus problems through medical and surgical care.
OPD & Emergency Department
Provides outpatient services for routine care and emergency services for critical cases, ensuring immediate treatment, stabilization, and referral where necessary.
Other Services
Includes Laundry, Incinerator, and Kitchen services, ensuring hygiene, waste management, and nutritional support for patients and staff.
Accepted Insurance
We partner with leading insurance providers to ensure accessible healthcare services.
