Eldoret, located in western Kenya, serves as the capital of Uasin Gishu County. As of 2024, its population is estimated at approximately 464,570 residents, making it the fifth most populous urban area in Kenya. Eldoret is recognized as the second-largest medical destination in Kenya after Nairobi. It hosts several key healthcare institutions, including Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, which serves as a primary referral facility for the western region. The town is also home to the Moi University School of Medicine, contributing to medical education and research.
HEALTHCARE INSIGHTS
1. Expansion of Maternal Health Services: The Mama Rachel Ruto Maternity Hospital, inaugurated in 2024, has made a substantial impact by recording over 25 births shortly after its opening.
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2. Advancements in Paediatric Oncology: In January 2024, construction commenced on the Shoe4Africa Juli Anne Perry Children’s Cancer Hospital, a 152-bed facility dedicated to pediatric oncology.
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3. Enhancements in Diagnostic Capabilities: AMPATH Kenya, in collaboration with Moi University, has secured a four-year grant to enhance patient-centred primary care through the integration of portable point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) technology. This initiative focuses on training healthcare providers and working with local leadership across six counties in western Kenya, including Uasin Gishu, to improve diagnostic accuracy and patient outcomes.
Source:ampathkenya.org
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