TMJ launches state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment (MRI)

Jakaya Kikwete Cardica Institute (JKCI) Executive Director, Prof. Mohamed Janabi, officially launching TMJ’s state-of-the-art MRI at the hospital Super Specialized PolyClinic in Temeke district. Centre is the Temeke District Commissioner, Jokate Mwegelo, and Temeke Member of Parliament, Dorothy Kilave.

TMJ Radiographer, Gorakh Borade, describing something (on the operations of the machine) to the chief guest, Prof. Mohamed Janabi, at the official launch of TMJ’s state-of-the-art MRI at the hospital Super Specialized PolyClinic in Temeke district. On the left MRI Engineer, Altaf Karim and TMJ Radiologist, Dr. Tawfeeq Sangey.

TMJ Hospital yesterday launched state-of-the-art magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) –as part of its strategic and long-term resolve to complement government efforts aimed at improving provision of health services in the country.

The equipment, which is used in radiology to generate images of body organs, was launched at TMJ’s Super Specialised Poliyclinic in Temeke District.

in his official address on his behalf by Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute
(JKCI) Executive Director, Prof Mohamed Janabi, Deputy Minister for
Health, Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Dr Godwin
Mollel, said although the government had made great strides in the
construction of hospitals, health centres and dispensaries and in the
provision of health services not every part of the country had so far
been reached.

“There are still many Tanzanians who need better health services,
especially those living in rural areas. The government alone cannot
cover them all…we need cooperation with private health providers.”

The minister called on private health providers to invest more in modern
health infrastructure and health technologies to facilitate the
implementation of national health strategies which aimed at making
health services accessible to all Tanzanians, even those living in
rural areas.

The deputy minister explained that private health providers’
investment in modern health technologies was crucial as they would
help the sixth phase government solve many health problems which faced
many Tanzanians.

“Today we are witnessing the launch of this modern MRI, which uses
high-tech...I urge other health stakeholders to invest in similar
medical equipment to help Tanzanians, especially the poor,” note the minister Mollel.

He said the government would continue cooperating with private health
providers and provide them with needed assistance to ensure Tanzanians
accessed better health services.

“I have been told private health providers are facing several
challenges related to tax and others…all these are noted and we will
address them so that those facing these challenges may get a breathing
space,” added Dr Mollel.

For his part, TMJ Hospital Managing Director, Dr Tayabali Jafferji,
said the launch of MRI was part of TMJ Hospital’s long time strategy
to support the sixth phase government efforts, which aimed at providing
better health services in the country.

“The government cannot do everything alone…we as health stakeholders
must contribute to the health sector so that the government may
achieve its objectives, especially the provision of better health
services,” said TMJ chief

He commended the government’s plan to provide Universal Health Coverage to all citizens, describing it as “an inflection point in the healthcare journey of our nation which will enable healthcare access to millions of under-served families across the country.

“We look forward to working with the government for this programme, helping to ensure that the highest quality care reaches the citizens on a sustained basis, marks a pivotal shift towards preventive healthcare and reaffirms what we at TMJ have always been saying - keeping a nation’s citizens healthy, helps the country realize their full potential.”

Speaking, TMJ Chief Executive Officer, Parul Chahhya said: “As a nation, let us be committed to the health and well-being of our people. ‘Health for All’ demands that we ensure universal health insurance coverage, put in place comprehensive programs for preventive health, and continue building world-class infrastructure. We should also implement technology-enabled access and build strong health care skills.

“Above all, we need to focus on empowering the individual to take charge of his own health, and be responsible for his well-being. The right combination of all of the above is the perfect prescription for a healthy Tanzania.”