Quality and Safety – Our Commitment to You

Infection prevention and control

  • Hand hygiene stations throughout the facility
  • Sterilisation of all surgical instruments
  • Proper disposal of sharps and medical waste
  • Isolation rooms for infectious patients
  • Regular staff training on IPC

Patient safety

  • Two patient identifiers before any procedure or medication
  • Medication safety checks (right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, right time)
  • Fall prevention strategies (bed rails, non-slip floors, call bells)
  • Emergency protocols for cardiac arrest, fire, and other crises

Clinical governance

  • Regular morbidity and mortality meetings
  • Peer review of challenging cases
  • Adherence to national treatment guidelines
  • Continuous medical education for staff

Patient feedback

We take complaints and compliments seriously. You can provide feedback by:

  • Speaking to any staff member
  • Writing in our suggestion box (at reception)
  • Calling our patient relations officer
  • Emailing feedback@michoes.app

We investigate every complaint and respond within 7 days.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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    Do I need an appointment?For outpatient clinics, appointments are recommended but not required. Walk-ins are welcome. For specialist clinics (orthopaedics, paediatrics, obstetrics), appointments help us plan. How do I make an appointment?Call us, email appointments@michoes.app, or visit our reception in person. What if I have an emergency?Come directly to our emergency department – open 24/7.…

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    Location Kanyum, Kumi District, Eastern Uganda Directions from Kumi town: Take the main road toward Soroti. After approximately 10 kilometres, turn at the sign for Michoes Medical Centre. We are on the left. Landmark: Look for the blue-and-white sign with our logo. Hours Parking Free on-site parking available. Security guard on duty. Accessibility Language support…

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