Comprehensive Women’s Health and Pregnancy Care – Eastern Uganda

At Michoes Medical Centre in Kanyum, Kumi District, we provide complete women’s health services for the communities of Kumi, Soroti, Bukedea, Ngora, Katakwi, Amuria, Kaberamaido, Pallisa, Tororo, Mbale, and Jinja. Our women’s health unit is led by Dr. Susan Atai, an Obstetrics & Gynaecology Specialist with expertise in caesarean sections, obstetric fistula repair, and minimally invasive gynaecology. We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including public holidays.

Call to Action: For any women’s health concern or pregnancy care, call +256701364362 or WhatsApp +256779784473. Walk-ins welcome 24/7.

Prenatal Care (Antenatal Care) – Starting Your Pregnancy Journey Well

Dr. Susan Atai recommends starting antenatal care as soon as you suspect pregnancy. Early care prevents complications. We offer:

• First visit (before 12 weeks): Confirmation of pregnancy, blood tests (HIV, syphilis, blood group, haemoglobin), urine tests, ultrasound dating scan, and folic acid prescription.
• Follow-up visits every 4 weeks until 28 weeks, then every 2 weeks until 36 weeks, then weekly until delivery.
• Intermittent preventive treatment for malaria (IPTp) using sulfadoxine-pyrimethamine starting at 13 weeks – free under Uganda guidelines.
• Tetanus toxoid vaccinations to protect your baby.
• Blood pressure monitoring to detect pre-eclampsia early.
• Growth monitoring and position checks.

Call to Action: Book your first antenatal visit today. Call +256701364362. We are near Kumi Main Market, just off Kumi-Soroti Highway.

Postnatal Care – For Mother and Baby After Delivery

Dr. Susan Atai and our team provide postnatal care within 48 hours of delivery, at 6 weeks, and as needed. Services include:

• Uterine involution check
• Perineal or caesarean wound examination
• Family planning counselling and provision
• Breastfeeding support
• Newborn examination and vaccinations (BCG, Polio, Hepatitis B at birth)
• Screening for postpartum depression

Call to Action: After delivery, come for your 6-week postnatal checkup. Call +256701364362 to schedule.

Family Planning Services – Choose What Works for You

We offer all modern family planning methods with no judgment. Our trained providers explain benefits and side effects. Options include:

• Combined oral contraceptives (pills) – daily
• Progestin-only pills – suitable while breastfeeding
• Injectable contraceptives (Depo-Provera) – every 12 weeks
• Implants (Jadelle, Implanon) – 3 to 5 years
• Intrauterine devices (Copper T, hormonal IUDs) – 5 to 10 years
• Emergency contraception – within 72 hours of unprotected sex
• Male and female condoms – free of charge
• Natural family planning education

Call to Action: Walk in for family planning any day. No appointment needed. Call +256701364362 for confidential advice.

Cervical Cancer Screening – Pap Smears and HPV Testing

Cervical cancer is preventable. Dr. Susan Atai performs Pap smears and visual inspection with acetic acid (VIA). We follow Uganda Ministry of Health guidelines:

• First Pap smear at age 21 or within 3 years of first sexual intercourse
• Every 3 years for women 21-29
• Every 5 years for women 30-65 with Pap + HPV co-testing
• Same-day results for VIA. Pap results in 7 days.
• Treatment for precancerous lesions using cryotherapy or loop electrosurgical excision procedure (LEEP)

Call to Action: Book your cervical cancer screening today. Call +256701364362. Screening saves lives.

Obstetric Emergencies – 24/7 Maternity Emergency Care

Dr. Susan Atai and our emergency team handle all obstetric emergencies 24/7:

• Severe bleeding in pregnancy or after delivery
• Severe headaches with visual changes (possible pre-eclampsia/eclampsia)
• Decreased fetal movement after 28 weeks
• Premature rupture of membranes (water breaking before 37 weeks)
• Preterm labour (contractions before 37 weeks)
• Hypertensive disorders of pregnancy
• Obstetric fistula repair – Dr. Atai is skilled in this procedure

Call to Action: For any pregnancy emergency, call +256701364362 immediately or come directly to Michoes Medical Centre emergency department. Open 24 hours.

Caesarean Section and Safe Delivery

Dr. Susan Atai leads our maternity unit. We provide:

• Normal vaginal delivery with skilled birth attendant
• Assisted vaginal delivery (vacuum or forceps when needed)
• Emergency and elective caesarean section
• Obstetric fistula repair
• Minimally invasive gynaecology procedures

Call to Action: For delivery planning or to discuss caesarean section, call +256701364362. Our facility is clean, safe, and respectful.

Menopause Management – Support Through the Transition

Dr. Susan Atai provides compassionate care for perimenopause and menopause. Symptoms we manage include:

• Hot flashes and night sweats
• Vaginal dryness and painful intercourse
• Mood changes, anxiety, depression
• Sleep disturbances
• Weight gain and metabolic changes

We offer lifestyle counseling, hormone replacement therapy when appropriate, non-hormonal medications, and vaginal oestrogen creams. We also screen for osteoporosis and cardiovascular risk.

Call to Action: If menopause symptoms affect your quality of life, call +256701364362 for an appointment with Dr. Susan Atai.

Gynaecological Conditions We Treat

Dr. Susan Atai diagnoses and treats:

• Uterine fibroids – medical management or myomectomy
• Ovarian cysts – monitoring or surgical removal
• Endometriosis – pain management and hormonal therapy
• Pelvic organ prolapse – pessaries or surgical repair
• Chronic pelvic pain – multidisciplinary approach
• Abnormal uterine bleeding – evaluation and treatment
• Sexually transmitted infections – testing and treatment with partner notification
• Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) – lifestyle, medications, and fertility support

Call to Action: Do not suffer in silence. Call +256701364362 to see Dr. Susan Atai for any gynaecological concern.

On-Site Laboratory for Women’s Health

Okello John Bosco leads our laboratory team. We provide same-day results for:

• Pregnancy tests (urine and blood)
• Complete blood count (anaemia screening)
• Blood glucose (gestational diabetes screening)
• Urinalysis (urinary tract infections, protein in pregnancy)
• Group B streptococcus screening (35-37 weeks)
• HIV rapid testing with immediate counselling
• Syphilis screening
• Hepatitis B screening
• Thyroid function tests

Call to Action: Walk in for any lab test. No appointment needed. Results within hours.

Frequently Asked Questions About Women’s Health in Kumi, Soroti, and Bukedea

How do I know if I am pregnant?

Missed period, nausea, breast tenderness, fatigue, and frequent urination. A urine pregnancy test at our lab confirms pregnancy. Walk in anytime.

When should I start antenatal care?

As soon as you suspect pregnancy, ideally before 12 weeks. Early care prevents anaemia, malaria, and other complications.

Do you deliver babies at Michoes Medical Centre?

Yes. Dr. Susan Atai and our team perform normal deliveries and caesarean sections. Our facility is equipped and open 24/7.

How much does a caesarean section cost?

Call +256701364362 for current pricing. We offer transparent pricing and payment plans for eligible patients.

Do you treat obstetric fistula?

Yes. Dr. Susan Atai is skilled in obstetric fistula repair. Call for an assessment.

Is family planning free?

Condoms are free. Other methods have modest fees. We explain costs before providing any service.

Can I get a Pap smear if I have never seen a doctor?

Yes. Dr. Susan Atai and our nurses are gentle and respectful. We explain every step.

Do you see teenage girls for reproductive health?

Yes. We provide confidential care for all ages. Parental consent not required for STI testing or pregnancy care under Uganda law for minors.

Contact Michoes Medical Centre for Women’s Health and Pregnancy Care

Address: Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda. P.O. Box 22, Kanyum, Kumi. Near Kumi Main Market. Accessible from Kumi-Soroti Highway.

Phone (24/7): +256701364362

WhatsApp: +256779784473

Hours: Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, including public holidays.

Call to Action: For prenatal care, family planning, cervical cancer screening, or any women’s health concern, call +256701364362 or walk into Michoes Medical Centre in Kanyum. Dr. Susan Atai and our team are here for you – day or night.