Dr Joyce Sakala

Dr Joyce Sakala Consultant Obstetrician gynecologist.

Expert in women's health: puberty, menopause, fibroids, ovarian cysts, abnormal bleeding, pregnancy, childbirth plus many more

March is endometriosis awareness month.What have you heard and what do you know about endometriosis?
20/03/2026

March is endometriosis awareness month.

What have you heard and what do you know about endometriosis?

Last weekend, I was privileged to attend the Zimbabwe Women Doctors Association 2026 Awards gala, held at Hyatt Regency ...
20/03/2026

Last weekend, I was privileged to attend the Zimbabwe Women Doctors Association 2026 Awards gala, held at Hyatt Regency Harare Meikles, as Guest of Honour and Keynote Speaker in my capacity as MWIA Regional Vice President for Near East and Africa. It was an evening full of inspiration as a number of women were awarded for exhibiting excellence and exceptional leadership in their various roles. I am grateful to the Zimbabwe Women Doctors Association President, Dr Virginia Masunda; and the Vice President and founder, Dr Maita Chatora Mvere, and the entire executive and membership for the invitation and wonderful hospitality.


When duty calls.Guess the location 😄
14/03/2026

When duty calls.

Guess the location 😄

14/03/2026

Not all heroes wear capes, some wear coats and scrubs.
Happy National Doctors Day to us 🎉🎊🥰❤️😇

I have no rights to the background music

Happy international women's day 🎉🎊🥳💖
08/03/2026

Happy international women's day 🎉🎊🥳💖

24/02/2026

Ladies, it's your body, your baby, and your choice! 😊

Throughout pregnancy and in labor, your obstetrician is there to guide you, not decide for you.

If complications arise, like the need to induce labor; or emergencies like fetal distress, they'll explain the situation and options - like induced delivery or C-section.

It's okay to feel overwhelmed, but don't freeze! ❤️ You got this😇🙏

📍Ask ALL the questions
📍Seek explanations
📍Get a second opinion if needed
📍Make a decision that feels right for YOU and your little one ☺️
Ultimately, you are the one who will live with the scars and outcomes of the whole process.
Don't let uncertainty hold you back.

Be informed, be empowered, and own your decisions 💕


20/02/2026

Doc, should I deliver from a government or private facility?

This is mostly up to you if you have a pregnancy without any complications. However, you need to check the following, among other things to ensure it's a facility that is well staffed and equipped to handle deliveries 🌟:

📍 Location & Accessibility; Is the hospital close to your home? Are there easy transport options available? Can you easily get a bus or Yango?

📍 Is it open 24/7 for maternity care?

📍 Do they have experienced midwives? Very important because these would usually be your first point of contact and initial assessment for labor

📍Are you comfortable with the expertise and attitude of their obstetrician?

📍Do they have private rooms or shared and what is your preference?

📍 Do they have good neonatal services. This is very crucial especially when you foresee that you need neonatal services

📍Do they have an operating theater 24/7. This should be checked even if you're planning to have vaginal birth because sometimes emergencies occur that cannot wait even more than 30 minutes before intervention for survival of the baby or yourself

📍If you want certain services like epidural for pain management, ask at your facility as it is only available at UTH and few private facilities in Zambia

📍Does your insurance cover the hospital? If you need cash, what are the costs for delivery, room, emergency caesarian section etc?

📍Visitation Policies. Will they allow your partner/family to accompany you and are you comfortable with their rules?
Any COVID-19 restrictions?

📍Please check the reviews & reputation of facilities you're considering and change when you're not happy until you find what you need. Remember this is about your health and you should not compromise

📍Depending on your condition, your obgyn may recommend that you transfer to certain facilities where there is the care that you need. Please heed or seek second opinion if not comfortable.

📍At the end of the day, the safety and safe delivery of your baby is Paramount


What's a birthday without cake!It's a happy birthday to me 😘 💕 🥰😍
19/02/2026

What's a birthday without cake!
It's a happy birthday to me 😘 💕 🥰😍

15/02/2026

Happy New week 🎊✨

After all is said and done,it's important to be loved and build relationships. However, self love is more cardinal. That...
14/02/2026

After all is said and done,it's important to be loved and build relationships. However, self love is more cardinal. That means knowing your value and what matters to you! & guarding your health jealously, including your mental health.
Health is wealth🙏
Happy Valentine's 2026🌹❤️

14/02/2026

So, what's the main reason why most women only buy socks as gifts for their partners
Asking for the other gender 🫣

14/02/2026

It is okay to spoil yourself on valentines day without claiming it's from a man. Happy Valentine's day to you 💕

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