Construction of Multipurpose Oncology Building in Dar es Salaam

TLDR

• The Ocean Road Cancer Institute (ORCI) is set to begin major cancer surgery in October 2023.
• This initiative will eliminate the need for patients to be referred to other hospitals for specialized cancer operations.
• The development aims to strengthen ORCI's capacity to provide comprehensive cancer treatment under one roof.
• Seven specialist surgeons have returned to Tanzania after completing their studies, with four others still in training.
• The new services will improve continuity of care and reduce patient referrals, making treatment more accessible.