Dr. Martha Franklin Mkony

Designation: Neonatology and Paediatrics

ABOUT DOCTOR

Meet Dr. Martha Franklin Mkony

Dr. Martha Franklin Mkony is a dedicated pediatrician and neonatologist with over 12 years of experience in clinical care, education, research, and health policy development. She currently serves as a Medical Specialist II in the Neonatal Unit at Muhimbili National Hospital, where she manages critical newborn cases and leads neonatal capacity-building initiatives. She also serves as an Honorary Lecturer at Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), training both undergraduate and postgraduate students. Dr. Mkony is passionate about strengthening neonatal care systems across Tanzania and Africa through mentorship, research, and national guideline development.

Education

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    MPhil in Neonatology – University of Cape Town (Ongoing)

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    Certified Neonatologist – University of Cape Town, South Africa (2020–2021)

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    Master of Medicine in Paediatrics and Child Health – MUHAS, Tanzania (2010–2013)

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    Doctor of Medicine (MD) – MUHAS, Tanzania (2002–2007)

Employement

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    Medical Specialist II – Neonatal Unit, Muhimbili National Hospital (Since 2013)

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    Honorary Lecturer – Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, MUHAS (Since 2019)

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    Medical Officer I – Muhimbili National Hospital (2008–2013)

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    Intern Doctor – Bugando Medical Centre (2007–2008)

Memberships

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    Secretary General African Neonatal Association (ANA)

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    Co-Chair Stop Infant Blindness in Africa (SIBA)

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    Member Paediatric Association of Tanzania

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    Member Medical Association of Tanzania

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    Former Executive Member MEWATA (2010–2017)

Specialisations

Dr. Martha Mkony’s expertise lies in neonatal and paediatric care with a focus on quality improvement, neonatal intensive care, and evidence-based clinical practice. Her areas of specialisation include:

  • Neonatal Intensive Care: Expertise in managing preterm and critically ill newborns using modern techniques including CPAP, invasive ventilation, and advanced neonatal protocols.
  • Neonatal Health Systems Strengthening: Leading national and regional initiatives to improve neonatal care through guideline development, hospital mentorship, and training.
  • Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP): Co-leading the ROP screening and treatment initiative across NICUs in Africa to prevent infant blindness.
  • Clinical Education and Mentorship: Over a decade of experience in supervising medical students and postgraduate residents in paediatrics and neonatology.
  • Health Policy and Research: Contributed to the development of national neonatal guidelines and research protocols to improve child health outcomes in Tanzania.

OUR TESTIMONIALS

Our happy clients
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"She’s not just a doctor—she’s a mentor, educator, and advocate for every child under her care."

"Her calm approach and clear communication helped us through a very difficult NICU journey."

"Dr. Mkony’s care for our newborn was not only clinically sound but also emotionally reassuring. We were always in good hands."

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She focuses on neonatal intensive care, preterm birth complications, neonatal infections, and neonatal system strengthening.

Appointments can be arranged through Muhimbili National Hospital’s paediatric department.

Yes, Dr. Mkony is actively involved in clinical teaching at MUHAS and in mentoring postgraduate students in neonatology.

Yes, she holds leadership roles in the African Neonatal Association and SIBA initiative for neonatal eye care across Africa.

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