Dr. Kizito Omona, Uganda Martyrs University, Uganda
Dr. Kizito Omona, a dedicated professional from Uganda, is an accomplished lecturer at Uganda Martyrs University’s Faculty of Health Sciences. With a wealth of experience spanning various roles in healthcare, including medical coordination, community health projects, and reproductive health services, he has made significant contributions to healthcare delivery in his country. Dr. Omona holds a PhD in Management with a focus on Healthcare Management, along with multiple master’s degrees and certifications in project planning, monitoring, and evaluation. His research interests encompass child-based strategies for addressing violence in primary schools, for which he successfully secured a research grant. Dr. Omona’s commitment to healthcare, research, and community engagement shines through his diverse skill set and proactive approach, making him a valuable asset in his field. 🌟👨⚕️
🌐 Professional Profiles :
Scopus
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Google Scholar
🎓 Education:
- PhD in Management – Healthcare Management, Universidad Central De Nicaragua (UCN), 2015-2019
- Master of Science in Health Services Management (MSc. HSM), Uganda Martyrs University (UMU), 2012-2014
- Master of Science in Monitoring & Evaluation (MSc. M & E), Uganda Martyrs University (UMU), 2017-2020
👨💼 Previous Employment:
- Lecturer at Uganda Martyrs University, Faculty of Health Sciences, since December 2016
- Medical Coordinator and Medical Officer at Calvary Chapel Midigo & Midigo Health Centre IV, June 2013 – November 2016
- Medical Officer at Marie Stopes Uganda (MSU), May 2012 – May 2013
- Medical Officer at Jinja Regional Referral Hospital, February 2010 – February 2012
📚 Other Training & Skills:
- Inter-University Research Training, AfriChild Centre
- HIV/AIDS and Tuberculosis (TB) diagnosis and treatment guidelines, Baylor Uganda
- Governance, Leadership & Management (GLM) in Health, Ministry of Health (MOH) Uganda
- Life Saving Commodities (LSC) in Reproductive Health (RH), Association of Obstetrics and Gynecology of Uganda (AOGU) & Ministry of Health
- Diagnosis and treatment of malaria, Ministry of Health (MOH) Uganda
- Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH), SNV and Uganda Sanitation
- Computer skills and applications
🏆 Research Grant Award:
- Funder: AfriChild Centre, Makerere University
- Title of project: Exploring Child-based Strategies in Addressing Child-to-Child Violence in Primary Schools in Kitgum District, Northern Uganda
- Amount Awarded: USD 6487
- Role: Principal Investigator
- Period: 1st March 2022 – 30th Sept 2022
📚 Publication Impact and Citations :
Scopus Metrics:
- 📝 Publications: 10 documents indexed in Scopus.
- 📊 Citations: A total of 16 citations for his publications, reflecting the widespread impact and recognition of Dr. Kizito Omona’s research within the academic community.
Google Scholar Metrics:
- All Time:
- Citations: 129 📖
- h-index: 6 📊
- i10-index: 5 🔍
- Since 2018:
- Citations: 129 📖
- h-index: 6 📊
- i10-index: 5 🔍
👨🏫 A prolific researcher with significant impact and contributions in the field, as evidenced by citation metrics. 🌐🔬
Publications Top Notes :
1. Quality of life of adult individuals with intestinal stomas in Uganda: a cross-sectional study
published in African Health Sciences. [Cited by 21 in 2021]
2. Factors influencing utilization of intra-uterine device among postpartum mothers at Gombe Hospital, Butambala district, Uganda
published in Cogent Medicine. [Cited by 15 in 2020]
3. Determinants of caesarean section rates in private-not-for-profit healthcare facilities: St. Joseph’s Hospital, Kitovu
published in Cogent Medicine. [Cited by 12 in 2021]
4. Factors associated with uptake of community client-led ART delivery model at Mulago adult HIV clinic, Mulago National Referral Hospital
published in Cogent Medicine. [Cited by 11 in 2021]
5. Socio-Cultural Factors Associated with Incomplete Routine Immunization of Children, Amach Sub-County, Uganda
published in Cogent Medicine. [Cited by 10 in 2020]