The Department of Internal Medicine recognized outstanding students. Dr. Grace Kansiimire-physician, lecturer, and Head of the Department of Internal Medicine—led an inspiring awarding ceremony to acknowledge these students and provide research grants. These grants aim to support data collection and analysis for final-year research projects, empowering students to deepen their investigations and contribute meaningful findings to the medical field.
Dr. Kansiimire warmly welcomed attendees, expressing gratitude for their presence and congratulating the victors on their achievements. She commended their dedication and perseverance in their research endeavors and urged them to uphold integrity and accountability in managing the grants received. Her words resonated with the students, emphasizing the critical role of hard work and responsibility in shaping the future of medical research.
Among the distinguished awardees was Dr. Byamukama Adolf, a third-year student of Internal Medicine. He received an award from the Internal Medicine Department Committee (IDC) for his study titled Prevalence and Factors Associated with Modality Adequacy in Patients with Chronic Diseases. Currently conducting his research, Dr. Byamukama has already presented preliminary findings to the Uganda Kidney Foundation, marking significant progress in his study.
Dr. Bongomin Frederick, a third-year resident of Internal Medicine at MUST, was another honoree. He received a department-awarded grant to facilitate the completion of his final-year project, with the funds specifically supporting data collection and analysis. This grant also enabled him to present his preliminary research findings at the Uganda Kidney Conference, a major milestone in his academic journey.
A particularly remarkable recognition went to Dr. Viola Nahurira, a second-year resident of Internal Medicine at MUST. Not only was she granted an award for her research, but she also received a prestigious observership opportunity at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) in Boston. This three-week program is designed to foster mentorship, collaboration, and exposure to a resource-rich medical environment, ultimately enhancing her expertise and professional growth.
Prof. Dr. Ngonzi Joseph, in his closing remarks, expressed heartfelt gratitude to all attendees and extended his congratulations to the awardees. He encouraged them to continue pursuing research with passion, emphasizing its importance in advancing medical knowledge and fostering professional excellence.
The ceremony concluded with a memorable Kodak moment, capturing the joy and pride of the award winners as they celebrated their well-earned recognition. Their achievements serve as a testament to the dedication and relentless pursuit of excellence within the Department of Internal Medicine at MUST, inspiring future cohorts to strive for greatness in research and clinical practice.
We congratulate the best students and wish them the best in their careers, focusing on the tagline of MUST that states, “Succeed We MUST.”
