Canon Dr. Ken Chapman, D.D.S., has dedicated over 45 years to excellent compassionate dental care in Uganda, Mengo Hospital as a staff member of Life Ministry Uganda.
For over four decades, Dr. Ken Chapman has been a cornerstone of establishing modern dental care, mentoring dental professionals in our community, and serving tirelessly in the care of his dental clients. Dr. Ken is known for his humility, compassion, and unyielding dedication to the extent of explaining to the patients in the common language that the patients understand.
He has not only treated and impacted countless hearts but has also warmed them through his compassionate care.
At the beginning of his stay in Uganda at Mengo Hospital, Dr. Ken introduced mentorship learning/practice, first with dental assistants and officers and later with the pioneer dental students of Makerere University in the early 80s. Many dental professionals and other cadres testify to having acquired practice skills from him that they only read about while in school. He has seen dental practice develop from basic care to advanced services providing better and more lasting patient outcomes.
His contributions to dental practice yet remain what thousands of Ugandans remain most proud about and express their gratitude through his patients and their families.
Beyond dental practice, Dr. Ken is a mentor and minister of the word of God to many young doctors, instilling in them the values of integrity, Christlike character, and continuous learning.
His commitment for all these decades ensures that his legacy will persist through the many lives he has influenced. Dr. Ken’s work has deeply impacted our community by his gentle approach as much as his professional expertise. His dedication extends beyond the clinic, with active involvement in the lives of many people and charitable medico-dental missions.
Mentors need mentors and Dr. Ken says he has been mentored by many people in Uganda, including those from Mengo Hospital, Life Ministry Uganda, the Church of Uganda, Uganda Christian University, the Namirembe Friday Revival Fellowship, Blessed Dental Network, and many others.
