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Bringing Doctors to the People: Tambul DDA Invests in Mobile Health

Tambul-Nebilyer DDA CEO Mr Philip Talpa (second from left) handing over the keys of the new Suzuki Jimny 5-door to WHPHA, received by Dr Maddison Dat over the weekend at Alkena, Tambul-Nebilyer District.
Tambul-Nebilyer DDA CEO Mr Philip Talpa (second from left) handing over the keys of the new Suzuki Jimny 5-door to WHPHA, received by Dr Maddison Dat over the weekend at Alkena, Tambul-Nebilyer District.

In a move toward supporting the WHPHA strengthening rural healthcare delivery, the TambulNebilyer District Development Authority (DDA) has donated a brand-new Suzuki Jimny 5-door vehicle to the WHPHA. The vehicle was presented on Saturday 25th October at Alkena Community Health Post and is donated for use by the District’s incoming medical officer. 

The handover event featured DDA CEO Philip Talpa, District Health Manager – Sr Doris Terry, Deputy Director District Curative Health Services Dr. Maddison Dat, biomedical engineers, the Fleet Manager and driver, and local residents from the Alkena area.

“This Suzuki is for the incoming doctor who will be based at Tambul District Hospital,” announced CEO Talpa. “It will assist him/her in reaching all 12 health facilities across the district. Therefore, on behalf of our MP Win Daki and Governor Wai Rapa, I am proud to officially hand this vehicle over to the Western Highlands Provincial Health Authority (WHPHA).”

Dr Dat, on behalf of Jane Holden, the acting CEO for WHPHA, praised the DDA’s commitment, noting that such support is vital for effective healthcare delivery.

“Health services rely heavily on government support,” Dr. Dat stated. “This investment is not only in a vehicle; it is an investment in the health and well-being of our people. We acknowledge MP Win Daki and Governor Wai Rapa for their leadership and hope this marks the beginning of ongoing collaboration.”

He also urged the other three district authorities to follow their example, highlighting the importance of equipping medical officers with the necessary tools to serve communities directly rather than forcing patients to travel long distances to central hospitals.

Sr. Terry, the District Health Services Manager for Tambul-Nebilyer, echoed the same sentiments, noting that the donation symbolizes teamwork and a genuine concern for the people of TambulNebilyer.

“This is more than just a car; it is a message that our leaders care,” she said. “It shows that when we work together, we can bring healthcare closer to home.”