ELDORET
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
- 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.
Source: uasingishu.go.ke
- 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.
Source: wikipedia
- 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
LIST OF MEDICAL INSTITUTIONS
| Sr. No | INSTITUTION | PROGRAMMES | TYPE |
| 1 | Moi University School of Medicine | · MBChB · Bachelors and Masters Courses · PhD | Public |
| 2 | MTRH College of Medicine – Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital | · Diploma in Nursing, Clinical Medicine, and Health Records | Public |
| 3 | Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) – Eldoret Campus | · Diploma Courses | Public |
| 4 | Med Prime Training College – Eldoret Branch | · Diploma and Certificate Courses | Private |
| 5 | University of Eastern Africa, Baraton – Eldoret Extension Centre | · Nursing · Public Health · Medical Laboratory Sciences · Diploma Courses | Private |
LIST OF HOSPITALS
| PUBLIC HOSPITALS | |
| Sr. No | HOSPITAL |
| 1 | Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH)—1,300 Beds |
| 2 | Uasin Gishu Memorial Hospital |
| PRIVATE HOSPITALS | |
| Sr. No | HOSPITAL |
| 1 | Lifecare Mult Specialty Hospital |
| 2 | Mediheal Hospital and Fertility Centre |
| 3 | Eldoret Hospital – 150 Beds |
| 4 | Elgon View Hospital |
| 5 | TopHill Hospital |
| 6 | Reale Hospital |
| 7 | Racecourse Hospital – 70 Beds |
| 8 | St. Luke’s Orthopaedic & Trauma Hospital – 90 Beds |
| 9 | Cedar Hospital |
| 10 | AAR Healthcare Eldoret Outpatient Centre |
LIST OF DIAGNOSTIC CENTRES
- Eldoret Radiology Specialists (Radio Care Centre)
- Transcare clinic and diagnostic center
- Rapha Dialysis, Diagnostic Centre and Pharmacy
- Nairobi Annex Laboratories
- Cerba Lancet Kenya – Eldoret Branch
- Med-Lab Diagnostic Center – Eldoret Laboratory
CONCLUSION
Kenya’s healthcare system is evolving, with both successes and areas requiring improvement. For healthcare providers, policymakers, and consultants, Kenya represents a dynamic and complex healthcare market. As the country continues its journey toward improved health outcomes, there are ample opportunities for collaboration, investment, and growth in the healthcare sector.