Dr. Kitembo Salum Kibwana

Designation: Medical Specialist  – Surgical Gastroenterology and Hepatology

ABOUT DOCTOR

Meet Dr. Kitembo Salum Kibwana

Dr. Kitembo Salum Kibwana is a medical specialist in surgical gastroenterology and hepatology at Muhimbili National Hospital, with over a decade of experience in surgical care. He also serves as an Honorary Lecturer in the Department of Surgery at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS). His clinical focus lies in managing gastrointestinal and hepatobiliary diseases, with additional training in advanced endoscopic procedures.

Education

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    MSc Surgical Gastroenterology and Hepatology – MUHAS (2018)

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    MMed General Surgery – Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (2012)

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    Doctor of Medicine (MD) – University of Dar es Salaam (2005)

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    Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education – Mzumbe High School

Employement

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    Medical Specialist – Muhimbili National Hospital (2012–Present)

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    Resident – Department of General Surgery, KCMC (2008–2012)

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    Medical Officer II – General Surgery, MNH (2007–2008)

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    Intern Doctor – MNH (2006)

Memberships

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    Life Member World Association of Laparoscopic Surgeons

Languages

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    English

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    Swahili

Awards Certifications

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    Advanced Endoscopy (ERCP & EUS) -Cairo, 2019

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    Fellowship in Minimal Access Surgery -World Laparoscopy Hospital, India, 2014

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    Stapler Haemorrhoidopexy (PPH) -Nairobi Surgical Skills Centre, 2013

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    Laparoscopic Surgery Workshop -ALMC Arusha, 2011

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    Primary Trauma Care Instructor -MNH, 2013

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    Endourology Workshop -KCMC, 2011

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    Leadership Certificate (Chief Resident, KCMC) -2011–2012

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    Advanced Life Support -MNH and EASA, 2007

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    Certificate in Teaching Essential Surgical Skills -Canadian Network for International Surgery (CNIS), 2010

Specialisations

Dr. Kibwana specialises in

  • surgical gastroenterology and hepatology
  • expertise in ERCP
  • EUS
  • laparoscopic surgery
  • hepatobiliary procedures

Research Work

  • "Incidence of Surgical Site Infections and Microbial Pattern at KCMC" Annals of African Surgery, Vol. 10 Issue I, 2013
  • "Coalition for Global Clinical Surgical Education" Journal of Surgical Research, 2017
  • Additional studies on disease burden, paediatric convulsions, nutritional status, and dermatological conditions

OUR TESTIMONIALS

Our happy clients
say about us

"I am grateful for the way he handled my case and helped me recover fast."

"I felt reassured throughout the entire treatment process. Dr. Kibwana was kind and calm."

"The endoscopy was done professionally, and the care after the procedure was excellent."

"Dr. Kibwana gave me complete confidence before my surgery. He explained everything clearly and treated me with respect."

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He specialises in surgical gastroenterology and hepatology, including advanced endoscopy, hepatobiliary surgery, and laparoscopic techniques.

He practises at Muhimbili National Hospital and also lectures at MUHAS.

Yes, he is an Honorary Lecturer in the Department of Surgery at MUHAS.

Yes, he has authored peer-reviewed studies in surgical site infections and global surgical education.

English and Swahili.

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