Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Summary of other major trainings
Other experiences and professional memberships
CURRENT RESEARCH APPLICATIONS AND RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS
Professional Referees
Timeline
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Dr Juma Fauz KAVUMA

Summary

I am a dedicated Ugandan medical doctor passionate about improving healthcare workers’ and patients’ wellbeing through integrity-driven leadership. I lead by example, motivating teams and ensuring timely delivery of results. With extensive youth leadership experience, I excel in project planning and community engagement in health initiatives. As a seasoned Board Member, I bring expertise in strategic planning, governance, and stakeholder relations. My strong problem-solving and communication skills support effective decision-making and organizational success.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Board Member UMA SACCO

Committee on finance and investment
01.2024 - Current
  • Led regular board meetings with well-structured agendas, ensuring effective governance and collaborative decision-making among board members.
  • Provided strategic leadership by setting organizational goals, aligning stakeholders, and fostering clear communication between management, employees, and shareholders.

Director of Medical Services

C-Care IHK
04.2023 - Current
  • Developed comprehensive annual budget forecasts by analyzing current expenditures and projecting future departmental needs; collaborated with external organizations on research initiatives to enhance medical service delivery.
  • Led and supported departmental staff in operational functions; established evaluation criteria, and analyzed multi-source data to assess and improve patient care outcomes and service effectiveness.

Project ManagerProvision of Global Medical Service

McDermott/Sinopec under the Case Hospital, United Healthcare Global JV
04.2022 - 03.2023
  • Performed software testing, system maintenance, and repairs to ensure operational reliability, while contributing innovative solutions to enhance team efficiency and outcomes.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service through strong interpersonal skills, managed essential tasks and errands, and collaborated effectively in team environments to support overall productivity.

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Head of Medical

Case Med Insurance
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Delivered comprehensive training to new employees on company policies and procedures, facilitated educational seminars on current healthcare trends, and supported staff recruitment, orientation, evaluation, and disciplinary processes.
  • Promoted a cohesive work environment by resolving staff and patient conflicts, while establishing and implementing effective emergency response protocols.

Business Development Manager

Case Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2023
  • Managed end-to-end client account responsibilities, including contract negotiation, project planning, budgeting, invoicing, and payment processing, while training sales staff on effective client communication strategies.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams marketing, operations, and finance, to align business objectives, and leveraged customer feedback to drive continuous improvement in products and services.

Member of the Case Management Committee

Ministry of Health COVID- 19 taskforce/VHF pandemics
03.2020 - 02.2022
  • Performed daily operations with precision and efficiency, while conducting in-depth research, data analysis, and system testing to support strategic decision-making, and resolve technical issues.
  • Executed routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical and industrial systems, contributing to a productive team environment, and enhanced workplace efficiency.

Clinical Operations Manager

AAR Healthcare
03.2021 - 03.2021
  • Developed comprehensive training materials for clinical trial staff, and conducted routine audits to ensure data accuracy and compliance across clinical sites.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Data Management, Biostatistics, and Medical Writing,to ensure the timely delivery of key documents (e.g., CRFs, SOPs) and the successful execution of research projects.

Healthcare and Clinical Coordinator

Case Medcare
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Conducted regular audits of medical records to ensure accuracy and compliance, maintained comprehensive documentation of patient outcomes, and collaborated across departments to coordinate and enhance patient care services.
  • Supervised clinical staff in alignment with regulatory standards, contributed to treatment plan development with healthcare professionals, and supported budget preparation and expense monitoring for care delivery.

Training and Research Coordinator

Case Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Supported research initiatives by summarizing relevant literature, assisting with grant applications—including proposal writing and budget development and developing tracking systems to monitor participant recruitment and data collection progress.
  • Coordinated conferences and workshops for industry professionals, and collaborated with cross-functional research teams to optimize resource sharing, align project efforts, and uphold quality standards across studies.

Medical Officer

Kawempe Specialized National Referral Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Developed and implemented personalized treatment plans based on patient diagnoses, facilitated specialist referrals, and maintained accurate medical records, including test results, treatments, and allergies.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive patient care, stayed current with medical advancements through continuing education, and provided mentorship to junior medical staff.

Medical Doctor

CASE Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2019
  • Conducted comprehensive physical exams and diagnostic tests, documented findings in electronic medical records, and provided patient education on conditions, medications, and home care management.
  • Collaborated with specialists on complex cases, guided emergency critical care, advised staff on safety protocols, and actively participated in medical conferences to stay current with industry advancements.

Research Assistant

Makerere School of Public Health Monitoring Evaluation and Technical Support (METS)
11.2017 - 11.2017
  • Compiled comprehensive summaries of existing research and ensured data integrity through rigorous quality assurance checks, supporting the foundation for ongoing investigations.
  • Analyzed experimental and survey results to draw actionable conclusions, contributed insights on emerging research opportunities, and presented findings at professional conferences under faculty supervision.

Intern Doctor

Mulago National Referral Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2017
  • Participated in medical lectures and conferences to enhance knowledge, assessed patient needs for supplementary services, and assisted with minor surgical procedures, such as suturing and lesion removal.
  • Performed laboratory tests, including urinalysis, CBCs, and EKGs, while ensuring strict compliance with healthcare regulations and legal standards.

Education

Level 2 - Accounting

ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accoutant
01-2023

M.B. A - Business Administration

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY, EDINBURGH BUSINESS SCHOOL
01-2022

MB.Ch.B - Medicine And Surgery

GULU UNIVERSITY MEDICAL SCHOOL
Uganda
01-2015

Skills

  • Strategic leadership
  • Effective strategic planning
  • General management expertise
  • Human capital advocacy
  • Relationship building
  • Networking proficiency
  • Partnership development
  • Complex environment navigation
  • Programme quality assurance
  • Value for money focus
  • Capacity building
  • Team skill development
  • Adaptability and resilience
  • Multilingual communication

Summary of other major trainings

Pediatrics HIV/AIDS training and trainer of trainers (Baylor's College of Medicine)

Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses, UNICEF

Tuberculosis training by the Makerere School of Public Health, Monitoring, Evaluation, and Technical Support (METS)

Training in ACLS at Mulago National Referral and Teaching Hospital

Cultural transformation for organizations

Award in health insurance

Other experiences and professional memberships

2019 to date

Chair for the committee on Finance and Investment on the UMA SACCO   Board

2017 – 2019

Chair, Publicity and Mobilization UMA and Executive member of the National executive committee of   Uganda medical association

2017 to date

Member Lion’s club, Kampala New Century

2016 to date

Member of Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council

2016 to date

Member of the Uganda Medical Association

2016 to 2017

President, Intern Health workers

2014 to 2015

Ex. Official at the Federation of African Medical Students Association   (FAMSA)

2012 to 2014

Secretary General of the Federation of African Medical Students Association   (FAMSA)

CURRENT RESEARCH APPLICATIONS AND RESEARCH PUBLICATIONS

1. On-line survey on Shortages of medical supplies and utilities while attending to patients from the 27thNovember 2017 to 27th January 2018 in Uganda. Dr Fauz Kavuma (MB.Ch.B)-Co-PI, Dr Simon Afrika Akasiima (MB.Ch.B, MSc.M&E)-Co-PI and Dr Judy Orikiiriza (MB.Ch.B, M.MED(Paed), PhDc)- PI (on-going)

2. Factors and impact associated with seeking healthcare abroad among Ugandans” Dr Fauz Kavuma (MB.Ch.B)-Co-PI, Dr Simon Afrika Akasiima (MB.Ch.B, MSc.M&E)-Co-PI and Dr Judy Orikiiriza (MB.Ch.B, M.MED(Paed), PhDc)-PI (Seeking for funding)

3. Mortality in Health facilities in Uganda from January 2017-December 2017. Dr Fauz Kavuma (MB.Ch.B)-Co-PI, Dr Simon Afrika Akasiima (MB.Ch.B, MSc.M&E)-Co-PI and Dr Judy Orikiiriza (MB.Ch.B, M.MED(Paed), PhDc)-PI (seeking for funding)

4. An Abstract presented at the ICASA 2019, Kigali, “Disseminated Kaposi’s sarcoma in an HIV-

infected pregnant woman”: a management dilemma: A case report from Case Hospital in Uganda and implications of care.

Professional Referees

1. Dr Erem Geoffrey (MB ChB, MMed Rad, PhD)

Consultant Radiologist

Head of Department, Radiology Makerere University College of Health Sciences

Mob: +256772 676 316

dreremgeoffrey@gmail.com

2. Dr Okello James (MB ChB, MMed Psych, PhD)

Senior Lecturer Gulu University School of medicine

Department of Psychiatry

Mob: +256774782166

drokellojames@gmail.com

3. Ayot Pamela

Human Resources Business Partner

C-Care IHK

Mob: +256772342189

payot@c-care.ug

Timeline

Board Member UMA SACCO

Committee on finance and investment
01.2024 - Current

Director of Medical Services

C-Care IHK
04.2023 - Current

Project ManagerProvision of Global Medical Service

McDermott/Sinopec under the Case Hospital, United Healthcare Global JV
04.2022 - 03.2023

Head of Medical

Case Med Insurance
03.2021 - 03.2023

Business Development Manager

Case Hospital
03.2021 - 03.2023

Clinical Operations Manager

AAR Healthcare
03.2021 - 03.2021

Member of the Case Management Committee

Ministry of Health COVID- 19 taskforce/VHF pandemics
03.2020 - 02.2022

Healthcare and Clinical Coordinator

Case Medcare
09.2019 - 02.2021

Training and Research Coordinator

Case Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020

Medical Officer

Kawempe Specialized National Referral Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020

Medical Doctor

CASE Hospital
03.2018 - 09.2019

Research Assistant

Makerere School of Public Health Monitoring Evaluation and Technical Support (METS)
11.2017 - 11.2017

Intern Doctor

Mulago National Referral Hospital
06.2016 - 06.2017

Level 2 - Accounting

ACCA (Association of Chartered Certified Accoutant

M.B. A - Business Administration

HERIOT-WATT UNIVERSITY, EDINBURGH BUSINESS SCHOOL

MB.Ch.B - Medicine And Surgery

GULU UNIVERSITY MEDICAL SCHOOL
Dr Juma Fauz KAVUMA