Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB): Makerere University (1985)
Master of Medicine (MMed) in Internal Medicine: Makerere University (1991)
Master of Public Health (MPH) in Epidemiology: University of California, Berkeley (1995)
Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences: University of Antwerp, Belgium (2007)
Prof. Kamya’s career spans over three decades, focusing on infectious diseases such as HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, and sexually transmitted infections. He has been instrumental in integrating research into clinical practice and medical education in Uganda.
He is a founding member of several key institutions:
Makerere University Joint AIDS Program (MJAP)
Infectious Diseases Institute (IDI)
Infectious Diseases Research Collaboration (IDRC)
At Mulago National Referral Hospital, he has played a pivotal role in AIDS care and has mentored numerous medical students and residents in infectious disease research. Additionally, he chairs the Uganda Ministry of Health’s Adult Antiretroviral Therapy (ART) Management Committee and serves as editor of the national ART clinical guidelines.
Prof. Kamya has authored over 970 research papers, accumulating more than 25,000 citations. His work has been published in esteemed journals such as The Lancet, New England Journal of Medicine, and Clinical Infectious Diseases.
In recognition of his global health contributions, he received the Elise and Walter A. Haas International Award from the University of California, Berkeley.
Beyond academia, Prof. Kamya has significantly influenced Uganda’s health policy and medical training. His leadership in developing national ART guidelines and his mentorship of emerging medical professionals underscore his commitment to advancing healthcare in Uganda.
Prof. Luboga’s multifaceted career exemplifies a commitment to excellence in medicine, education, leadership, and community service in Uganda.
