Bukwo General Hospital

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Bukwo General Hospital is a public hospital located in Bukwo, a district in the Eastern Region of Uganda. The hospital is administered by the Uganda Ministry of Health and serves as a primary healthcare facility for the Bukwo district and surrounding areas.

Location[edit | edit source]

Bukwo General Hospital is situated in the town of Bukwo, approximately 340 kilometers (210 miles) northeast of Kampala, the capital and largest city of Uganda. The hospital's geographical coordinates are 1°16'12.0"N, 34°44'24.0"E.

Overview[edit | edit source]

As a general hospital, Bukwo General Hospital provides a range of healthcare services including emergency, outpatient, inpatient, surgical, maternity, pediatric, and diagnostic services. The hospital is equipped with a laboratory for medical tests and a pharmacy for dispensing medications.

The hospital is funded by the Uganda Ministry of Health and also receives support from various non-governmental organizations (NGOs). It is staffed by a team of healthcare professionals including doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and laboratory technicians.

Services[edit | edit source]

Bukwo General Hospital offers a variety of healthcare services. These include:

  • Emergency Services: The hospital has an emergency department that provides immediate care for patients with serious illnesses or injuries.
  • Outpatient Services: The hospital offers outpatient services for patients who do not require hospital admission.
  • Inpatient Services: The hospital provides inpatient care for patients who require hospitalization.
  • Surgical Services: The hospital has a surgical department that performs various types of surgeries.
  • Maternity Services: The hospital offers maternity services including prenatal care, delivery, and postnatal care.
  • Pediatric Services: The hospital provides healthcare services for children.
  • Diagnostic Services: The hospital has a laboratory for conducting medical tests and a radiology department for imaging services.

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