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Mental Health

The Mental Health service at Ruhengeri Level Two Teaching Hospital (RL2TH) provides comprehensive care for patients experiencing psychological, emotional, and psychiatric conditions. The department focuses on the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up of disorders such as depression, anxiety, psychosis, epilepsy-related mental health issues, substance use disorders, and stress-related conditions. It offers both outpatient and inpatient services, along with counseling, psychosocial support, and health education for patients and their families. Through a patient-centered and compassionate approach, the Mental Health team works to promote emotional well-being, reduce stigma, support recovery, and improve the quality of life of individuals within the community.

Overview

The Mental Health Department provides comprehensive and compassionate care for patients with a wide range of mental health conditions. The department is dedicated to promoting psychological well-being through prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation services.

Our multidisciplinary team includes psychiatrists, psychologists, mental health nurses, and other specialized professionals who work together to deliver patient-centered care in a safe and supportive environment.

The department manages various mental health conditions, including but not limited to:

  • Mood disorders (depression, bipolar disorder)
  • Anxiety and stress-related disorders
  • Psychotic disorders
  • Substance use and addiction disorders
  • Neurodevelopmental and behavioral disorders
  • Emergency psychiatric conditions

Services provided include psychiatric consultation, psychological assessment, counseling and psychotherapy, medication management, and psychosocial support. The department also promotes mental health awareness, patient education, and community outreach programs.

Working Hours

Outpatient Services: Every day from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Inpatient and Emergency Mental Health Services: Available 24 hours a day.

Department Leadership and Specialists

Jean Jules NSHIMIYIMANA

 Mental Health Service Team Leader
jules.nshimiyimana@rrh.gov.rw
+250785773257

Dr Francois BIZIMUNGU

 Mental Health Service 
francois.bizimungu@rrh.gov.rw
+250739443843