Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital: Department of General Surgery

Elevating Surgical Excellence with Compassion and Expertise

Welcome to the Department of General Surgery at Mbeya Zonal Referral Hospital, where our dedicated team of specialists and super specialists is committed to providing top-tier surgical care. Our mission is to deliver exceptional medical services that transform lives and inspire hope.

Speciality and Subspecialties

We offer a range of specialized surgical services to meet the diverse needs of our patients:

General Surgery: Our core specialty, focusing on comprehensive surgical care.
Pediatric Surgery: Specialized care for our youngest patients, ensuring they receive the best treatment tailored to their unique needs.
Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery: Advanced surgical interventions for heart, chest, and vascular conditions.

Our expert team includes:

5 General Surgery Specialists: Skilled in diagnosing and treating a wide range of surgical conditions using both medication and surgical interventions.
2 Super Specialists: Experts in pediatric, cardiothoracic, and vascular surgery, dedicated to providing specialized care through comprehensive examination and treatment.

Dedicated Registrars

Our team also includes 5 registrars who play a crucial role in patient care by conducting daily ward rounds and preparing patients for surgery.

Outpatient Services

We are committed to providing accessible and efficient outpatient services every weekday:

Monday to Friday: Clinics for insured patients and fast-track (IPPM) services.
Tuesday and Thursday: Clinics for cash patients.

Our facilities include 6 SOPD rooms:

4 Doctor’s consultation rooms
2 Dressing rooms

We consult an average of 50 to 120 outpatients daily, ensuring timely and expert care for all.

Inpatient Services

Our inpatient services are designed to provide comfort and comprehensive care:

4 Wards with 65 Beds: Including dedicated wards for female patients and pediatric patients.
Private Rooms: VIP rooms for grade-one patients, offering privacy and superior care.

Operative Services

Our state-of-the-art surgical facilities are equipped to perform a variety of major and minor procedures:

Major Procedures:

Posterior/Anterior Surgical Anorectal Platy (PSARP vs ASARP)
Varicose Veins Stripping + High Ligation
Diaphragmatic Hernia Repair
Laparoscopic Orchidopexy + Hernia Repair
Laparotomies for conditions like peritonitis, intestinal obstruction, and intra-abdominal tumors
Minor Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (skin grafting, contracture release, breast conservative surgery)

Minor Procedures:

Incision and Drainage
Biopsy (incision and excision)
Dressing of all cases, especially burn wounds
Examination Under Anesthesia (EUA) + Hemorrhoidectomy/Fistulectomy/Fissurectomy

Our Vision

At the Department of General Surgery, we are not just providing medical services; we are dedicated to changing lives. Our team of specialists and super specialists work tirelessly to ensure that every patient receives the highest quality care, delivered with compassion and expertise. We invite you to join us in our journey to elevate surgical care and inspire hope in every patient we serve.