Academic rank:
Academic Leadership Position:
Dean School of Medicine and Pharmacy- CMHS
Email:
f.rutagarama@ur.ac.rw, dean.somp@ur.ac.rw
Telephone:
+250788595939
Twitter:
@Florentruta
School/centre:
Published Papers :
| • Kalckreuth VV, Rwandarwacu VP, Cobuccio L, Dusengumuremyi G, Rutagarama F and Kulinkina AV. ePOCT+ Rwanda: A Clinical Decision Support Algorithm For Managing Sick Children Below 15 Years of Age in Primary Healthcare Settings. Rwanda J Med Health Sci. 2025;8(1): 148-162. https://dx.doi. March 2025 • Chen M, Stafford D and Rutagarama F. Development and modification of a pediatric endocrinology curriculum for pediatric residents. Hormone Research in Pediatrics, Vol 97, PP51-52, Sept 2024 • Rutagarama F, Cyiza FR, Umuhoza C, Tuyisenge L, Mfuranziza CG, Hagenimana P, Smith MM, Feldman HA and Hansen AR. An implementation Science Study of a Heat-Producing wrap to complement KMC in Rwanda. Annals of Global Health, July 2024. • Dukuze N, Uwibambe E, Sesonga P, Niyongere J, Uwibambe E, Rutagarama F and Mutesa L. Genetic and phenotypic presentation of Usher Syndrome – A case report. Rwanda Medical Journal, January 2024 • Chen C, Niyonsenga SP, Rwagasore E, Lyden E, Dudzinski J, Wilson C, Delair S, Rutagarama F. Using E-modules for acquisition of complex diabetes skillsin diabetescare providers in Rwanda. Plos Global Public Health, 8 January, 2024 . • Tuyishimire B, Irere H, Dukuze N, Iradukunda B, Muhizi C, Ndatinya A, Karangwa OR, Rutagarama F, Nsanzabaganwa C, Mutesa L. The diagnosis of Beckwith- Wiedemann syndrome in a child and psychosocial implications to parents – A case report. Rwanda Medical Journal 80 (1): 5-8, Mar 2023. • Tuyishimire B, Irere H, Rutagarama F, Ndatinya A, Karangwa OR, Gasana A, Nsanzabaganwa C and Mutesa L. Management challenges of Disorders of Sex Development. Rwanda Medical Journal, Vol. 79, no. 3, pp. 9-13, 2022. • Tuyishimire B, Karangwa O, Rutagarama F, Ndatinya A, Nsanzabaganwa C, Mutesa L. Turner Syndrome in childhood – A case report. Rwanda Medical Journal 79(2): 7-10, Jun 2022. • Rutagarama F, Muganga R, Konrad K, Laigong P and Mutesa L. Vitamin D Levels in Mother-Baby Pairs: A cross-Sectional Study in a Rwandan Tertiary Hospital. Journal of Tropical Pediatrics, July 2021. • Cartledge PT, Ruzibuka FS, Rutagarama F, Rutare S and Rogo T. Antibiotic prescribing in three neonatology units in Kigali, Rwanda. African Health Sciences, December 2020. • Chen M, Niyonsenga SP, Rwagasore E, Rutagarama F, Dudzinski J, Wilson C, Lyden E and Delair S. Interactive Online Education is Comparable to In-Person Training to Teach Insulin Adjustment Skills in a Low-resource Setting: A Pilot Study with Non-Communicable Disease Providers in Rwanda. Journal of the Endocrine Society, April 2019. • Nsanzabaganwa C, Ndatinya A, Rutagarama F and Mutesa L. Gaucher’s disease in Rwandan patients, diagnostic and therapeutic challenges: A case series. Rwanda Medical Journal, August 2019. • Melinda C, Niyonsenga SP, Rwagasore E, Dudzinski J, Wilson C, Lyden E, Delair SF and Rutagarama F. Interactive online education is comparable to in-person training to teach Insulin in a low-resource setting: A pilot study with non-communicable disease providers in Rwanda. Journal of Endocrine Society 3 (Supplement 1), April 2019. • Gishoma C, Murengezi A, Hobabagabo A, Callendar-Carter S, Ndayisaba G, Niyonsenga SP, Gishoma D, Rutagarama F, Jenae L and Wong R. Home disposal of used Insulin syringes and needles by the patients with diabetes. Journal of Management and Strategy, March 2019. • Amanda R, Rutagarama F, Majaliwa ES, Ogle GD, Ameyaw E, Dipesalema J, Mbogo J and Chanoine JP. Insights from the WHO and national lists of Essential medicines: Focus on Pediatric Diabetes Care in Africa. Hormon Research in Pediatrics, July 2018. • Seruyange E, Mambo MC, Ndahindwa V, Nyamusore J, Hannoun C, Gahutu JB, Katare S, Sibomana H, Rutagarama F and Norder H. Seroprevalence of Zika Virus and Rubella Virus IgG among blood donors in Rwanda and Sweden. Journal of Medical Virology, November 2017. • Seruyange E, Gahutu JB, Katare S, LiljestrÖm P, BergstrÖm T, Twagirumugabe T, Muvunyi MC, Rutagarama F and Norder H. Chikungunya and West Nile viruses among blood donors in Rwanda: Seroprevalence and distribution of mosquito vectors. Journal of Medical Virology, January 2018. • Kayirangwa A, Rutagarama F, Stafford D, McCall N. Assessment of growth among children with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus: A Cross-Sectional study of factors contributing to stunting. Journal of Diabetes and metabolism 09(04), Jan 2018. |
Brief profile:
"Dr. Rutagarama Florent is a Pediatrician and Pediatric Endocrinologist with extensive expertise in medical education, clinical practice, and research. As the Dean of the School of Medicine and Pharmacy at the College of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Rwanda, he oversees a diverse academic portfolio that includes 23 departments and over 60 active programs.
With a distinguished career, Dr. Rutagarama has held key leadership positions, including Director of Clinical Education at Rwanda Military Teaching Hospital, as well as leadership roles within the pediatric and endocrinology departments. His achievements include attaining the rank of Associate Professor in Pediatrics and serving as Chief Consultant, underscoring his commitment to advancing medical education and clinical practices in Rwanda.
A prolific researcher, Dr. Rutagarama has authored numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to the fields of Non-Communicable Diseases, bone metabolism, disorders of sex development, and neonatology. His research continues to play a pivotal role in enhancing the understanding and treatment of pediatric endocrine disorders, both in Rwanda and internationally.
Dr. Rutagarama is also highly engaged in medical professional organizations. He is member of the Education, Registration and Licensing Committee (ERLC) of the Rwanda Medical and Dental Council (RMDC), serves as a board member of the Rwanda Pediatric Association (RPA), and is an active member of the National Immunization Technical Advisory Group (NITAG). His leadership in these roles further demonstrates his ongoing dedication to improving healthcare systems and outcomes across the region."
Research Area:
Pediatrics