Rwanda International Institute of Ophthalmology RIIO School of Ophthalmology located at Tee Off Tower, 2nd floor KG 9 Ave.
Joined April 2020
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It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Dr. Vincent Magubo, a cherished member of the RIIO community. As we mourn his passing, we extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and everyone affected by this loss.
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We kicked off the 2026 School Eye Health Screening Program in Bugesera District. Following a stakeholders’ workshop with health & education leaders, screenings began on 11 May at New Explorers Girls Academy. In collaboration with the Ministry of Health and supported by Direct Aid
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RIIO School of Ophthalmology retweeted
Public Notice: Temporary Closure of the RDB Building and Relocation Arrangements
Itangazo: Ifungwa ry’agateganyo ry’inyubako ya RDB
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The Management, Faculty, Staff and Residents of RIIO and RIIO iHospital stand in solidarity with all Rwandans to mark the 32nd commemoration of the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi. Today, we remember and honour over a million lives lost.
"Kwibuka twiyubaka: Remember-Unite-Renew"
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Today, the Women’s Team of the Military Health Service of the RDF received their official team kit, generously sponsored by RIIO iHospital. We are honored to be part of this meaningful partnership.
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Grateful for the opportunity to have had visiting specialist from Stanford, Dr. Blake, at RIIO. His practical, step-by-step teaching on uveitis greatly boosted our residents’ skills and confidence in patient care.
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Big congratulations to Prof. Ciku on being recognized in the Top 10 of the 2026 Power List by The Ophthalmologist! 🎉
This remarkable achievement is a true reflection of your dedication, leadership, and outstanding contributions to eye care and research in Africa!
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Our Prof Ciku Mathenge attended the Euretina AI meeting in London this week
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Our residents participated this week in a practical skills course dedicated to ophthalmic emergencies. The program was highly informative and enhanced their applied knowledge and clinical competencies.
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RIIO joined eye care professionals from Rwanda and around the world at the Cataract Symposium at Kabgayi Eye Unit, which created a valuable space to exchange knowledge, learn from senior experts, and strengthen our shared commitment to improving eye care in Rwanda
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This week, we conducted a school screening at Kigali International Community School (KICS), assessing both students and teachers. Those who required medication, eyewear, or further treatment were provided with guidance on how to access the appropriate care.
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We were honored to host Dr. Daniel Neely training our young ophthalmologists and senior residents. Thanks to Dr. Simon Courtman, Dr. Erica Moore, Xiao Ying Liu, Orbis International, Hilary Twiggs, and Hunter Cherwek. One step closer to strabismus proficiency!
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We made full use of Dr. Frisbee's dual fellowships in paediatrics and glaucoma to strengthen and enrich our residents' surgical training
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This January, we welcomed Dr. Ryan Frisbee, Global Fellow from Utah’s Moran Eye Center. With dual expertise in Paediatric Ophthalmology and Glaucoma, he’s a shining example of the international collaboration driving our mission forward
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We’re excited to welcome Dr. Theophile Tuyisabe to the RIIO faculty! A distinguished Rwandan ophthalmologist with expertise in oculoplastic, corneal & pediatric care, and a national leader in eye health #RIIO
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20 Nov 2025
We are delighted to welcome Dr Charlotte Marous Oculoplastic Surgeon to RIIO. She has spent the week teaching both residents and faculty a some new tricks in delaing with defects and tumours around the eyes #RIIO
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11 Nov 2025
Over the last 3 days, 130 sight-restoring surgeries have taken place at Shyira Hospital! #RIIO #Ophthalmology #Rwanda
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