About Us – Michoes Medical Centre, Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda

About Michoes Medical Centre – Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda

Michoes Medical Centre is the only 24/7 private medical centre in Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda. We provide advanced, compassionate, and patient-first healthcare in a serene, welcoming environment. Our mission is to serve communities across Kumi, Soroti, Bukedea, Ngora, Katakwi, Amuria, Kaberamaido, Pallisa, Tororo, Mbale, Jinja, and all of Eastern Uganda.

Our Story

Founded by Dr. Michael Emusugut, Senior Orthopedic Consultant, Michoes Medical Centre was built to fill a critical gap: quality healthcare available 24/7 close to home. Dr. Emusugut trained at Makerere University and the University of Cape Town, and brought his expertise back to Eastern Uganda. Today, Michoes is a trusted name in trauma care, maternal health, surgery, paediatrics, and chronic disease management.

Our Mission

Provide advanced, compassionate, and patient-first healthcare in a serene, welcoming environment to communities across Eastern Uganda.

Our Core Values

Dignity – We treat every patient with respect. Excellence – We deliver evidence-based care. Access – We are open 24/7 and serve all. Stewardship – We use resources wisely for community benefit.

Why Choose Michoes

Only 24/7 private medical centre in Kanyum, Kumi District. On-site laboratory with same-day results. Teleconsultation for remote patients. Walk-in triage daily 8am-4pm. Emergency department always open. Our team includes specialists in orthopaedics, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics, pharmacy, and laboratory medicine.

Meet Our Doctors

Dr. Michael Emusugut – Senior Orthopedic Consultant and Founder. Dr. Nicholas Iyamitai – Head of Surgery. Dr. Adoa Pious – Pediatrician and Director of Maternal and Child Health. Dr. Susan Atai – Obstetrics & Gynaecology Specialist. Jonathan A. – Lead Pharmacist. Okello John Bosco – Senior Laboratory Technician.

Our Facilities

24/7 emergency department. Modern operating theatre. Inpatient ward. Maternity unit. On-site laboratory. Pharmacy. Digital X-ray. Ultrasound. Telemedicine studio.

Community Commitment

We run paediatric outreach clinics in Kumi and Soroti. We provide health education in Ateso and English. We offer sliding scale fees and payment plans. No patient is turned away in an emergency for inability to pay.

Contact Us

Phone: +256701364362. WhatsApp: +256779784473. Open 24/7. Located in Kanyum, near Kumi Main Market on Kumi-Soroti Highway.

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