Our Specialists


Meet Our Specialists

Compassionate experts dedicated to your health. Each physician brings years of training and a personal commitment to Michoes Medical Centre.


Orthopaedics

Dr. Michael Emusugut

Senior Orthopedic Consultant

Founder of Michoes Medical Centre and pioneer in trauma care in Eastern Uganda. Trained at Makerere University and the University of Cape Town.

Expertise: Joint replacement, complex fracture management, and orthopaedic trauma. Committed to training the next generation of surgeons and advancing orthopaedic care across Kumi District and beyond.


General Surgery

Dr. Nicholas Iyamitai

Head of Surgery

Head of the surgical department at Michoes. Expertise in emergency laparotomies, soft tissue reconstruction, and surgical mentorship.

Expertise: Emergency laparotomies, trauma surgery, and soft tissue reconstruction. Leads clinical governance and quality assurance initiatives at Michoes. Dedicated to surgical excellence and mentoring junior clinicians.


Paediatrics

Dr. Adoa Pious

Pediatrician

Director of maternal and child health. Established the neonatal unit and runs paediatric outreach clinics in Kumi and Soroti.

Focus: Neonatal and child health, immunisation programs, and nutritional support. Provides compassionate care for mothers and children, with emphasis on disease prevention and healthy development.


Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Dr. Susan Atai

Obstetrics & Gynaecology Specialist

Leads the maternity unit. Skilled in caesarean sections, obstetric fistula repair, and minimally invasive gynaecology.

Expertise: Safe motherhood, high-risk pregnancy management, and compassionate maternal care. Advocates for women’s health and dignity throughout the pregnancy journey. Committed to reducing maternal complications.


Pharmacy

Jonathan A.

Lead Pharmacist

Head of pharmacy services at Michoes. Ensures safe dispensing, drug interaction screening, and pharmaceutical counselling for all patients.

Focus: Safe medication management, drug interaction screening, and patient education. Ensures all medications are appropriate, affordable, and properly dispensed. Advocates for rational drug use across the hospital.


Laboratory Services

Okello John Bosco

Senior Laboratory Technician

Head of laboratory services at Michoes. Manages haematology, chemistry, and microbiology testing with quality assurance protocols.

Focus: Accurate laboratory diagnostics, quality assurance, and rapid emergency testing. Specialises in haematology, chemistry, and microbiology. Committed to reliable results that guide clinical decisions.


Additional Specialists & Clinical Staff

Michoes Medical Centre also has a dedicated team of:

  • Medical Officers – Managing inpatient and outpatient care
  • Clinical Officers – Supporting clinics and emergency department
  • Registered Nurses – Providing bedside care across all wards
  • Midwives – Running antenatal, delivery, and postnatal services
  • Physiotherapists – Leading rehabilitation and recovery programs
  • Dental Officer – Providing routine and emergency dental care
  • ENT Clinical Officer – Managing ear, nose, and throat conditions
  • Nutritionist – Offering dietary counselling and therapeutic feeding
  • Social Worker – Supporting patients with financial and psychosocial needs
  • Administrative & Support Staff – Ensuring smooth hospital operations

Visiting Consultants

We regularly host visiting specialists from regional and national referral hospitals, including:

  • Cardiology – Monthly outreach clinic
  • Radiology – For complex imaging interpretation
  • Urology – By appointment and referral
  • Ophthalmology – Cataract assessment and referral pathway

Contact us for upcoming visiting consultant schedules.


Become Part of Our Team

Michoes Medical Centre welcomes specialist applications and visiting consultants. We support continuous learning and community impact.

View openings: Contact our human resources department at hr@michoes.app or visit our reception in Kanyum, Kumi District.


Contact Us

Michoes Medical Centre
Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda

Emergency (24/7): +256701364362

General inquiries: info@michoes.app

Specialist appointments: appointments@michoes.app

Clinic hours: Monday–Friday 8am–7pm | Saturday 9am–2pm


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


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