Honourable Dr. Chitalu Chilufya, MP. Congratulates the Zambia Medical Association

The Hon Dr. Chitalu Chilufya, MP recognises the dedicated service provision by members of ZMA. Dr. Chilufya a member of the ZMA and the guest of honour at the ZMA AGM and Scientific Meeting currently taking place addressed the house on the strides made in health care service delivery despite COVID -19 which would not have been possible without the leadership of ZMA.

The AGM is hosting medical doctors and supporting stakeholders under the theme, ‘Embracing the New Normal by Advancing Health as a National Security Agenda.’

The theme guides on the need to continue delivering medical care of highest standard. ZMA must be saluted for being pioneers and key allies in achieving Universal Health Coverage.” Remarked Dr Chilufya. He further spoke to the members of ZMA to celebrate each others success in healthcare and strides made by ZMA members. He instructed PS Dr. Malama to make it a habit to honour and celebrate outstanding members. Honorable Dr. Chitalu also adressed the need to sustain medical education in the profession through continued medical education.

ZMA president Dr. Samson Chisele acknowledged the hardwork of the profession and membership. “We are grateful to you the members keeping the nation secure in health.” Dr. Chisele highlighted the positive strides the ZMA has made in championing medical education, physician wellbeing and welfare. PS Dr. Malama MOH, applauded ZMA for hosting the scientific conference and leading by example by abiding to the COVID 19 preventive measures. “The profession, as medical doctors, I have witnessed first hand all the preventive measures being upheld and I applaud ZMA! Well Done!” Dr. Malama.