Complete medical & surgical care

From orthopaedics to family medicine, outpatient clinics to advanced surgery – Michoes Medical Centre provides comprehensive care under one calming roof.

Request an appointment | 24/7 emergency: +256701364362


A full spectrum of care

Our clinical services are designed for adults, children, and families – with compassion and advanced technology.

Orthopaedics & trauma

Fracture care, joint replacement, sports injuries, and physio-integrated recovery.

Internal medicine

Cardiology, diabetes care, hypertension, respiratory and infectious disease management.

Maternal & child health

Antenatal, postnatal, paediatric outpatient, immunisation and nutrition counselling.

ENT, dental & eye

Outpatient specialty clinics with modern diagnostic equipment.


Departments & specialised services

General & orthopaedic surgery

Two laminar flow theatres – Emergency and elective procedures from hernia repair to complex fracture fixation.

Surgical specialties include:

  • Arthroplasty (hip/knee replacement)
  • Trauma and external fixation
  • Paediatric surgery
  • Day-case unit
  • Anaesthesiology available 24/7

Inpatient medicine

Medical wards & isolation rooms – Comfortable 4-bed and private rooms with monitoring and daily consultant review.

Ward features include:

  • Oxygen concentrators at each bed
  • Negative pressure isolation rooms
  • Palliative care team
  • Nutritional support services

Outpatient clinics

Specialist consultation wing – Orthopaedic, medical, paediatric, ENT, dental, and antenatal clinics.

Clinic hours:

  • Monday to Friday: 8am – 7pm
  • Saturday: 9am – 2pm
  • Outreach clinic in Soroti West: Every Thursday
  • Tele-consultations available

Imaging & laboratory

Digital X-ray, ultrasound, and basic CT scanning – Plus full haematology and chemistry laboratory.

Diagnostic services include:

  • X-ray (extremities, chest, spine)
  • Obstetric ultrasound
  • Cardiac enzymes, HbA1c, and cultures
  • 24-hour emergency laboratory technician
  • Results available in under 2 hours for emergencies

Physiotherapy & rehabilitation

Recovery gym and electrotherapy – Post-operative rehab, stroke recovery, gait training, and sports massage.

Rehabilitation programs include:

  • Outpatient physiotherapy
  • Hydrotherapy (by referral)
  • Occupational therapy
  • Home exercise plans

Pharmacy & emergency services

24-hour pharmacy and resuscitation bay – Fully stocked dispensary, emergency cart, and crash team on site.

Emergency services include:

  • Triage and stabilisation
  • Ambulance access
  • Trauma bay
  • Resuscitation protocols
  • Poison information

Additional clinical services

Family medicine

Comprehensive primary care for all ages – from newborns to elderly. Chronic disease management, routine check-ups, and preventive care.

Reproductive health & family planning

Contraceptive counselling and services (implants, injectables, IUDs, oral contraceptives). Cervical cancer screening (VIA/VIAC). STI diagnosis and treatment.

Dental clinic

Extractions, fillings, routine cleanings, and oral health education.

Eye clinic

Vision screening, treatment of common eye infections, and referral for cataract surgery.

ENT clinic

Management of ear infections, tonsillitis, sinusitis, and hearing assessments.

Mental health support

Basic counselling for anxiety, depression, and stress. Referral pathway for specialised psychiatric care.

Nutrition & dietetics

Individualised dietary counselling for diabetes, hypertension, malnutrition, maternal nutrition, and infant feeding.

Immunisation services

Childhood vaccines (EPI schedule), travel vaccines (yellow fever, etc.), and adult boosters.

Minor surgical procedures

Suturing, wound debridement, incision and drainage of abscesses, and removal of skin lesions.

Medical check-up packages

  • Basic wellness check: Blood pressure, blood sugar, weight assessment
  • Comprehensive adult check-up: Full blood count, kidney/liver function, lipid profile, urine analysis, chest X-ray, abdominal ultrasound
  • Executive health check: All of the above plus cardiology consultation and stress management advice
  • Pre-employment medicals
  • School entrance medicals

Specialised chronic disease clinics

ClinicServices
Diabetes clinicBlood glucose monitoring, medication titration, dietary advice, foot care education
Hypertension & heart healthBP monitoring, ECG, lifestyle counselling, medication management
HIV care & treatmentCounselling, ART initiation and refills, viral load monitoring, support groups
TB clinicScreening, diagnosis (GeneXpert referral), DOTs therapy, contact tracing
Asthma & COPDInhaler technique training, peak flow monitoring, exacerbation management
Epilepsy clinicSeizure management, medication adjustment, patient and family education

Maternity & childbirth services

  • Antenatal care (ANC): Monthly visits, ultrasound scans, lab tests, health education
  • Delivery services: Skilled birth attendants, emergency obstetric care, newborn resuscitation
  • Postnatal care: Mother-baby check-ups, breastfeeding support, family planning
  • Caesarean section: Emergency and planned C-sections available
  • Newborn care: Vaccinations, weighing, jaundice screening

Paediatric services

  • Well-child visits: Growth monitoring, developmental screening, immunisations
  • Sick child clinic: Malaria, pneumonia, diarrhoea, malnutrition treatment
  • Newborn care: Routine checks, breastfeeding support, danger sign education
  • Nutrition program: Management of acute malnutrition (MUAC screening, therapeutic feeding)

Surgical services (comprehensive list)

Procedure typeExamples
General surgeryHernia repair, appendectomy, gallbladder surgery, bowel obstruction
Orthopaedic surgeryFracture fixation (plates, nails, external fixators), joint replacement, wound debridement
Paediatric surgeryCircumcision, hernia in children, undescended testis
Obstetric & gynaecological surgeryCaesarean section, repair of uterine rupture, ovarian cyst removal, D&C
UrologyProstate surgery (open), urethral catheterisation, circumcision
ENT minor proceduresEar syringing, foreign body removal, tonsillectomy (by referral)

Emergency & critical care

  • 24/7 emergency reception – No appointment needed
  • Triage system – Priority based on clinical need
  • Resuscitation bay – Fully equipped for cardiac and respiratory emergencies
  • Trauma care – Road traffic accident victims, falls, burns, penetrating injuries
  • Medical emergencies – Stroke, heart attack, severe malaria, diabetic emergencies, seizures
  • Paediatric emergencies – Severe dehydration, respiratory distress, convulsions
  • Maternal emergencies – Postpartum haemorrhage, eclampsia, obstructed labour
  • Ambulance services – Available for referrals and patient transport

Support services

Medical social work

  • Patient counselling
  • Financial assistance guidance
  • Referral to community support programs
  • Patient sponsorship applications

Health records & registration

  • Confidential medical records
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Referral letters

Patient transport assistance

  • Ambulance for emergencies
  • Coordination with community transport for non-emergency cases

Pastoral & spiritual care

  • Visits for hospitalised patients (upon request)
  • Quiet space for reflection

Telehealth & remote services

  • Phone consultations – Follow-up and medication refills (for established patients)
  • WhatsApp medical advice – Basic guidance (non-emergency)
  • Lab result delivery – Results sent via SMS or email upon request
  • Appointment reminders – SMS reminders for booked appointments

Outreach & community services

  • Weekly outreach clinic – Soroti West (every Thursday)
  • Health education talks – Schools, churches, and community gatherings (by arrangement)
  • Immunisation outreach – Partnering with district health team
  • School health screenings – Vision, dental, general health checks

Have questions about a service?

Our care coordinators can help you find the right specialist or prepare for a procedure.

Talk to a coordinator – Visit our reception desk or call us.


Contact Information

Michoes Medical Centre
Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda

Emergency (24/7): +256701364362

Email: info@michoes.app | services@michoes.app

Hours:

  • Outpatient clinics: Monday–Friday 8am–7pm | Saturday 9am–2pm
  • Emergency department: 24 hours, 7 days a week
  • Pharmacy: 24 hours

Michoes Medical Centre – Your trusted hospital in Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda


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