Clinical Support Services

Introduction
Welcome to the Directorate of Clinical Support Services at the Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute (MOI), where our commitment to delivering exceptional healthcare is led by Dr. Asha Abdullah, a highly experienced anesthesiologist. As one of the six directorates at MOI, our mission is to provide high-quality clinical support services to all patients attending MOI, whether they are inpatients or outpatients.

Department Structure
In pursuit of excellence, our directorate is organized into five dedicated sections:
1. Physician and Pharmacy: Ensuring comprehensive medical care and pharmaceutical services. Led by Dr. Reuben Mutaganywa
2. Diagnostic (Radiology and Laboratory): Offering state-of-the-art diagnostic services through radiology and laboratory facilities. Led by Dr. Mechris Mango
3. Anaesthesia, ICU, and HDU: Providing specialized anesthesiology services along with advanced care in Intensive Care Units (ICU) and High Dependency Units (HDU). Led by Dr. Albert Ulimali
4. Emergency and Theatre: Ensuring round-the-clock emergency services and expert support in the operating theatre. Led by Sr. Prisca Tarimo
5. Physiotherapy and Workshop: Delivering rehabilitation through physiotherapy services and offering orthotics and prosthetics expertise. Led by PT Marry Chandeu.

Our Dedicated Team
At the heart of our success is our team of 344 highly qualified professionals, including super specialists, specialists, doctors, specialized nurses, and personnel specializing in pharmaceuticals, laboratory, physiotherapy, radiology, orthotics, prosthetics, and support staff. Together, we form a cohesive unit dedicated to providing unparalleled healthcare support.

Comprehensive Services
Our directorate is proud to offer a wide range of services to meet the diverse healthcare needs of our patients:
Internal Medicine: Comprehensive care for a variety of medical conditions.
Pharmaceutical Services: Ensuring access to a wide range of medications and pharmaceutical support.
Radiological Services: Utilizing advanced imaging technology for accurate diagnosis.
Laboratory Services: Conducting precise and timely laboratory tests to aid in diagnosis and treatment.
 
Specialized Anaesthesiology Services: Expert care in anaesthesia tailored to individual patient needs.
Advanced ICU and HDU Services: Delivering specialized care in intensive and high-dependency units.
24/7 Emergency Services: Immediate and continuous support for Operating Theatre (OT) and Neonatal Services (N/S).
Theatre Services: Comprehensive services for OT and N/S, including Same Day Services (SDS).
Physiotherapy Services: Tailored rehabilitation and physical therapy services.
Orthotics and Prosthetic Services: Providing customized solutions for orthopaedic support.
At the Directorate of Clinical Support Services, we are committed to prioritizing your health and well-being. Our comprehensive and specialized services, coupled with a dedicated team, reflect our unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare to our community.