CATHERINE MUROMBEDZI
HEALTH CORRESPONDENT

Dr Viveki Solanki has taken the private-public partnership (PPP) to new heights with the launch of the RGM Airport Clinic at the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport (RGM) in Harare, Zimbabwe.

This cutting-edge facility sets a new standard for airport healthcare in Africa, providing quality medical care to travelers, airport staff, and the local community. It is based on the ground floor, departure gate 4.
The RGM Clinic embodies the 2030 vision for world-class-health services.

“The RGM Airport Clinic is designed to be a point of care for travelers in need of first-class healthcare services, ” Dr Solanki explained.
“Patients can now receive prompt treatment en route to their destinations or when visiting Zimbabwe. For a patient awaiting a flight, the correct environment is now a reality,” said Dr Solanki.
“Frail patients in wheelchairs, patients in need vaccines, those who need to have their heart checked, have sugar levels assessed, blood pressure checks, patients in need of a dressing, those who may suddenly need a vitamin drip, and patients in need of various health services can be assisted by our trained staff. Should the case need hospitalisation and investigations, the clinic is not able to handle that, it will refer. This world-class service is not only for locals, but everyone in need is welcome to use the clinic. Doctors will be available online,” said Dr Solanki.

The RGM Airport Clinic boasts a fleet of ambulances and modern medical equipment, ensuring effective treatment for various medical needs.
Two ambulances are stationed at the RGM Clinic ready to ferry patients to their hospitals.
This innovative facility enhances the overall travel experience and supports public health in Zimbabwe taking away the pressure of care giving on families.

Dr Solanki’s initiative is a significant milestone in world-class health delivery, positioning Zimbabwe as a hub for medical tourism.
The COVID-19 pandemic has already seen patients flocking from neighbouring countries to access affordable COVID-19 vaccines.

In addition to RGM Airport Clinic, Dr Solanki and his team operate the Trauma Centre in Borrowdale and the Dialysis Clinic in Mount Pleasant. Their efforts have enabled many patients to receive treatment at home for various ailments, reducing the need for international travel.
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