Maternal and child healthcare at its best

Wetumwene ShikageDr Emvula describes his journey as a doctor as exciting. He says he has been dreaming of the day he could finally have a practice of his own. “Having spent most of my practice in the public sector, I learned different skills to act on. These include learning to manage the clinical and business side of running a private practice.”Passion It is not everyone who has a dream and brings it to life. Dr Emvula describes this achievement as a great milestone. “Seeing our first patient was memorable and it will always be a greatly held memory which I will cherish for the rest of my career.“I describe myself as very passionate about maternal and child healthcare, hence my specialised training in obstetrics and gynaecology. During my training I developed a passion for reproductive medicine and endoscopy surgery,” he says.Dr Emvula began this journey as he attended Oshuulagulwa Primary School and Ella du Plessis High School. His qualifications include a Master of Medicine (MMed): Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the University of Pretoria; Fellowship of the College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of South Africa: FCOG (SA) from the College of Medicine of South Africa; Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from the University of Pretoria.Just like any other career, Dr Emvula says he has had ups and downs which he can now look back on and be grateful for the moulding they have done to his profession and overall understanding of the medical field. “Starting a new practice during a pandemic has been the hardest, which not only encourages my team to work harder and promoting our services but educating the public around our expertise when many are just trying to survive daily,” he says.Short term goals The medical practice advocates in the pursuit of excellence in women’s healthcare. “Our aim is to create awareness of cervical cancer screening programmes and we are hoping to reach out to all women in Namibia. Cervical cancer is preventable, and no woman should die because of cervical cancer. We would also like to raise awareness on male factor infertility, which contributes about 40% of all infertility cases,” he says.Dr Emvula says one of his proudest moments was to safely deliver the first baby at OB-GYN Practice on 23 May 2021.A typical day for Dr Emvula starts at about 06:00 with a prayer, followed by ward rounds at private hospitals at around 06:30. He thereafter has a daily audit meeting at Katutura state hospital, and then delves into public sector work such as clinics and major operations. By mid-day, depending on how busy the day is, he starts work at the OB-GYN practice until it is time to go home. When he has free time, he enjoys cycling, watching soccer, spending time with family or travelling. 10 facts about Dr Emvula1. He is friendly2. Honest3. Passionate academic4. He is a cyclist.5. Manchester United fanatic.6. His favourite colour is white.7. He mostly listens to gospel music.8. Motivated and flexible9. Tenacious & efficient10. Genuine

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