Fatshimetrie, October 13, 2024 – At the recent conference on obstetrics and gynecology held in Kinshasa, a call for clarification of the universal health coverage (UHC) validation protocol was launched. Health professionals stressed the importance of making UHC validation and reimbursement criteria more transparent in order to harmonize practices between health facilities and improve continuity of care.
Dr. Patrick Kayindo, Secretary General of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University Clinics of Kinshasa, highlighted the need to increase the capacities and resources of health facilities, particularly in terms of equipment and qualified personnel. He also stressed the importance of continuing training for medical, administrative and ambulance staff to ensure a high level of competence in the implementation of UHC.
Dr. Damien Mbanzulu, president of the conference, highlighted the challenges related to gynecological and obstetric pathologies, including cervical cancer. He stressed the importance of finding innovative solutions to improve the management of these pathologies.
The participants in this conference discussed the need to strengthen collaboration between hospitals and other health structures within the framework of UHC. The second day was an opportunity to deepen the reflection on the challenges of the practice of gynecology and obstetrics in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with an emphasis on universal health coverage.
The theme of these scientific days, “Universal health coverage in the practice of gynecology and obstetrics in the DRC”, allowed participants, coming from various medical and institutional backgrounds, to discuss the challenges and opportunities related to the implementation of UHC in the field of gynecology and obstetrics.
This meeting was also an opportunity to address major issues such as cervical and breast cancer, by seeking innovative solutions to improve the management of these pathologies. Participants stressed the importance of thinking deeply and relying on local realities to find sustainable and beneficial solutions for the population.
In conclusion, the second day of gynecology-obstetrics of the university clinics of Kinshasa highlighted the need for increased collaboration, increased transparency and a continuous search for innovative solutions in the field of maternal health in the Democratic Republic of Congo. These discussions and recommendations offer valuable avenues for reflection to improve the quality of care and contribute to better health for Congolese women.