Uganda just lost a massive medical legend who literally worked until he dropped. Kyabazinga William Gabula Nadiope went on X to mourn Dr. Ignatius James Batwala after the veteran gynecologist collapsed inside his garage in Ntinda, Kampala, following a trip to Muguluka Village in Iganga District. This Busoga Kingdom leader praised the deceased for spending decades fixing maternal health and mentoring new doctors at Mulago National Referral Hospital before eventually passing away at age 89.
Batwala ran his private practice called Fiona Clinic originally on Kampala Road before moving operations home to Ntinda because he refused to stop treating women even while getting older. He also served as Minister of Health within the Busoga administration, where he pushed for better regional care policies.
Crowds started gathering at the residence almost immediately to pay respects to a guy who many considered a dedicated physician and compassionate caregiver. The family has not released the final funeral plans yet.
Batwala ran his private practice called Fiona Clinic originally on Kampala Road before moving operations home to Ntinda because he refused to stop treating women even while getting older. He also served as Minister of Health within the Busoga administration, where he pushed for better regional care policies.
Crowds started gathering at the residence almost immediately to pay respects to a guy who many considered a dedicated physician and compassionate caregiver. The family has not released the final funeral plans yet.
