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Zambia Flying Doctor Service

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) is a grant-aided service delivery statutory board under the Ministry of Health (MoH) that was created under an Act of Parliament No 37 of 1967 with amendment No 18 of 1972 and repealed by act No 25 of 1975 Chapter 298 of the Laws of Zambia. It was founded by Dr. James Lawless in 1965. The FDS Act provides for the establishment, management and development of the Zambia Flying Doctor Service

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To provide cost effective, quality and efficient aero-medical services in remote, rural and hard to reach areas and other parts of the country in order to combat human diseases and save lives

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03 April 2026

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ZFDS EVACUATES SOLWEZI PATIENT TO LUSAKA FOR SPECIALISED CARE ⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) successfully conducted an emergency medical evacuation of a patient from Solwezi to Lusaka yesterday evening, 2nd April 2026, for specialised medical treatment.
The evacuation was carried out following authorisation from the Ministry of Health’s (MoH) Permanent Secretary for Technical Services, Dr. Kennedy Lishimpi.
Dr. Joshua Chisanga, Acting Senior Medical Superintendent at Solwezi General Hospital, requested the evacuation, citing the need for specialised medical management at Maina Soko Military Hospital in Lusaka.
ZFDS paramedics reported that the patient was stable at the time of transfer, with vital signs within acceptable ranges, although supplemental oxygen was required during transport.
The aircraft departed from ZFDS Headquarters in Ndola at 16:25 hours and landed in Solwezi at 17:21 hours.
After loading the patient, the aircraft proceeded to Lusaka, arriving at Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (KKIA), Zambia Air Force Base, at 19:40 hours, where a ground ambulance team was on standby to complete the transfer to the hospital.
The flight crew comprised Pilot Chanda Mumpangwe and Co-pilot Elvis Kite, with paramedics Suzan Banda and Salifyanji Nachamba providing in-flight medical care.
ZFDS remains committed to delivering timely and efficient emergency medical evacuation services, ensuring patients across the country have access to specialised care when needed.
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03 April 2026

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ZFDS PERFORMS SIX LIFE-CHANGING SURGERIES DURING FINAL DAY OF SERENJE OUTREACH ⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) successfully conducted six critical surgical procedures on the final day of its outreach programme in Serenje District, reaffirming its commitment to delivering specialist healthcare services to underserved communities.
On Day 7 of the medical mission, the surgical team completed a full operating theatre list, attending to a wide range of conditions affecting both children and adults. The procedures included secondary suturing for a severe surgical site infection in a 9-year-old girl, surgical debridement for a diabetic foot in a 63-year-old man, and excision of a submandibular lipoma in a 52-year-old patient.
In addition, the team managed a mid-shaft femur fracture in a 3-year-old child using skin traction, treated burn injuries in a 5-year-old patient through sloughectomy under sedation, and performed a complex thrombectomy and haemorrhoidectomy on a 36-year-old man with prolapsed and thrombosed haemorrhoids.
All six procedures were successfully completed without intraoperative complications, with patients reported to be stable and recovering well under close medical supervision.
These surgical interventions formed part of a broader effort that also included ward rounds and pre-operative assessments, ensuring continuity of care for patients requiring further treatment.
ZFDS medical personnel worked closely with local health staff to uphold high standards of care, ensure efficient patient management, and maintain strict infection prevention and control protocols throughout the outreach.
The successful surgeries highlight the critical role of outreach programmes in bridging the healthcare gap in rural districts, where access to specialised surgical services remains limited.
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02 April 2026

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MENTORSHIP IN ACTION: ZFDS IMPROVING SURGICAL CARE IN CHAMA ⭐️

The Zambia Flying Doctor Service (ZFDS) surgical outreach at Chama District Hospital went beyond delivering care, it focused on empowering local healthcare providers with life-saving skills.
Dr. Kapend Frank, Medical Officer In-Charge, expressed gratitude for the collaboration, highlighting the impact of the seven-day surgical camp. Working side by side with the ZFDS team, the theatre staff actively participated in a wide range of procedures, including splenectomies, urologic surgeries, exploratory laparotomies (ex-laps), and local wide excisions , bringing the total number of cases performed to 28.
“This experience has been invaluable,” he shared. “We have not only managed complex cases but also gained hands-on skills and confidence. We are now better equipped to handle critical patients locally.”
The outreach created a strong platform for mentorship and skills transfer, led by renowned surgeon Dr. Joseph Musowoya. Through direct involvement in surgeries and guided practice, resident doctors enhanced their competence in managing conditions that would otherwise require referral to distant facilities.
As a result, the team at Chama District Hospital is now more confident in handling emergency and complex surgical cases. This will significantly reduce referrals, improve timely interventions, and ultimately save more lives within the district.
The success of this outreach stands as a testament to the power of collaboration, mentorship, and sustainable capacity building in strengthening Zambia’s healthcare system.
The Chama team expressed deep appreciation to the ZFDS team who reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring that skills transfer remains a key component in enhancing rural healthcare across all parts of the country.

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