Overview
Bugando Medical Centre (BMC) is a prominent tertiary referral, teaching, and research hospital located in Mwanza, Tanzania. Established by the Catholic Church and officially opened in December 1971, BMC serves as a consultant and teaching hospital for the Lake and Western zones of the United Republic of Tanzania.
Key Features:
- Capacity: BMC has over 950 inpatient beds and employs more than 1,300 staff members.
- Service Area: The hospital serves a catchment area of approximately 14 million people across eight regions: Mwanza, Mara, Kagera, Shinyanga, Tabora, Kigoma, Geita, and Simiyu.
- Clinical Services: BMC offers a wide range of specialized services, including ophthalmology, ENT, urology, various surgical specialties, cardiology, oncology, and more.
- Educational Affiliation: The hospital is affiliated with the Catholic University of Health and Allied Sciences (CUHAS), providing training in medicine, pharmacy, nursing, and other health-related fields.
- Research and Consultancy: BMC engages in research activities and offers consultancy services, aiming to improve healthcare delivery in the region.