Makerere University Hospital

A Place for Comprehensive Healthcare Services

Located on Makerere Hill, Bativa Road, off of Gaddafi Road, in Kampala Central Division, Makerere University Hospital is a private community hospital in the Central Region of Uganda. The hospital serves both outpatients and inpatients and has a total capacity of 32 beds. It caters to Makerere University staff and students as well as the community around.

The hospital has various departments including Clinical Medicine, Imaging, Laboratory, Optometry, Nursing, Medical Records, Ambulance & Evacuation, and Dental School & Hospital. These departments are staffed with experienced medical professionals who offer comprehensive healthcare services to patients.

In addition to providing healthcare services, the hospital also has an ambulance and evacuation department, which provides emergency medical transportation services to patients. The dental school and hospital department provide dental services such as teeth cleaning, fillings, and extractions. The Imaging department offers a range of imaging services such as X-ray, ultrasound, and CT scans.

Makerere University Hospital has a rich history that dates back to 1972 when the university acquired the premises formerly known as Nile Nursing Home. The university Sick Bay relocated to the new premises. On 16 February 1978, President Idi Amin visited the Sick Bay and he crowned it the Hospital status; thus the name Makerere University Hospital.

The hospital has a serene environment and well-maintained facilities that make it a comfortable place for patients to receive treatment.

The medical professionals at the hospital are committed to providing quality healthcare services to patients. If you are looking for a place to receive comprehensive healthcare services, Makerere University Hospital is the place to go.