The journey from Nyagatare to Kigali for medical care etched countless stories for the residents, which became another chapter in their struggle for a health and better life.
Witnessing this first hand, Emmanuel Sagisengo, a son of this very soil and businessman, felt a responsibility ignite within him. He wouldn’t let his people be defined by miles traveled for healthcare.
Emmanuel Sagisengo, Founder and Managing Director of Yahshua Medical Clinics
On a momentous Sunday, May 4th, 2023, Sagisengo materialized his dream – Yahshua Medical Clinics was officially opened, a precursor to enhanced community well-being rising from a Rwf.500 million investment.
According to Sagisengo, Founder and Managing Director of Yahshua Medical Clinics, investing in the wellbeing of Nyagatare’s residents is more than just building a clinic. “This’ rewriting a narrative of healthcare.”
“No more will our community endure exhausting journeys for basic healthcare. The clinic will offer modern treatment, delivered with dignity and compassion, right here in their hometown. We envision a space where patients feel empowered, not burdened, a source of pride for Nyagatare, and a beacon of hope for a healthier future,” he notes
Inside the clinic, the activeness of diagnostic equipment now replaces the echo of distant ambulances, offering solace and expertise where once there was only longing.
The clinic offers general medical services including among others: laboratory tests, Dentistry, Pediatrics care treatment and Gynaecology services to patients among others.
Yahshua Medical Clinics boasts rapid results for basic blood tests by qualified medical lab techs, providing patients with answers in just 30 minutes, reducing unnecessary waiting time and anxiety.
Further, Sagisengo says that meeting the Ministry of Health’s rigorous standards is important, but the real validation comes from patients’ continued support.
“They see the difference Yahshua Medical Clinics makes compared to long delays in laboratory or check-ups known in the past,” he notes. This emphasizes their commitment and resonates with the desire for efficient healthcare.
President Kagame’s call for high-quality services in Rwanda, is the clinics’ guiding principle. At Yahshua Medical Clinics, management strives to embody that vision, offering accessible, patient-centered care that sets a new standard for Nyagatare and beyond.This links their efforts to a larger national agenda and adds a sense of purpose.
For Sagisengo, the journey is still long, having started with general clinic, they now work with different medical insurance companies, RSSB and in progress to also work with the Military Medical Insurance (MMI).
With a team of qualified professionals at the helm, Yahshua Medical Clinics ensures accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans for every patient.
Recognizing the immense challenges many mothers face in Nyagatare, Yahshua Medical Clinics is boldly embarking on an exciting expansion to offer comprehensive healthcare services.
Soon, management points out that mothers will have access to everything under one roof: prenatal care, maternity facilities equipped with modern technology, dedicated midwives, and even on-site CT scans and X-rays.
This expansion promises a complete spectrum of care at the clinic, ensuring mothers and newborns receive a seamless and dignified healthcare they deserve.
Thankfully, government programs and policies alongside responsible financial planning, made the expansion of the clinic a reality. Now, residents of Nyagatare and neighboring communities no longer face arduous journeys for healthcare.
While Yahshua Medical Clinics’ expansion faced an unexpected bump in the road – figuring out how to make sure everyone’s healthcare bills got paid. It wasn’t just about modern equipment or skilled doctors but also stable healthcare system.
There have been some bumps along the road, Sagisengo acknowledges. “But unlike most new ventures, Yahshua Medical Clinics’ biggest challenge wasn’t finding qualified staff or acquiring equipment. It was navigating the complex insurance procedures.
While navigating the intricacies of insurance procedures presented a significant hurdle, it didn’t dampen their resolve.
The journey travelled is a testament to the power of vision and dedication. Join them in rewriting the narrative of healthcare, one heartbeat at a time.
