Wrapping it up - Final Report

The full report including issues and possible solutions can be accessed through this link. click here for full report in PDF format. The main jist of the report is found in the following:

Conclusion

• There is an immediate need for initial and ongoing sonography training of those who are currently performing the exams in the district hospitals. This could be easily coordinated through KHI and should be seen as an opportunity for Kigali Health Institute.

• There is a need to increase the level of training for the graduating Rwandan physicians. I am ignorant concerning the methods for change or ramifications for affecting this change but nevertheless see it as a very real and practical issue.

• There is a need to codify and ratify the professional description of a sonographer within the Rwandan medical delivery system.

• The medical staff will be accepting of individuals who are qualified and certified sonographers

• There are currently Rwandans who are capable of obtaining the training and appropriate certifications to practice sonography in Rwanda but not within the country.

• There is currently not a single acceptable clinical mentoring location within Rwanda.

• The question of will, national pride and long term resources must be considered prior to implementing a Rwandan Sonography program. Alternative partnerships and non-standard methods of training may need to be considered if there is a desire for sonographers during the next 5 years.