Fort Portal Hospital

Fort Portal Regional Referral Hospital, commonly referred to as Fort Portal Hospital, is a hospital in the city of Fort Portal, Kabarole District, in the Western Region of Uganda. It is a public hospital, funded by the government of Uganda and serves as a referral facility for the districts of Kabarole, Kyegegwa, Kyenjojo, Bundibugyo, Ntoroko, and Kamwenge, among others. The hospital is also a teaching site for medical students from various universities.

Location

Fort Portal Hospital is located in the city of Fort Portal, approximately 300 kilometers west of Kampala, Uganda's capital and largest city. The hospital's coordinates are approximately 0°39'28.0"N, 30°16'32.0"E.

Overview

Fort Portal Hospital was established to provide comprehensive medical services to the population of the Rwenzori region in western Uganda. As a regional referral hospital, it offers specialized healthcare services including surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and dentistry, among others. The hospital also plays a crucial role in public health education and disease prevention in the region.

Services

The hospital provides a range of services, including but not limited to:

• Emergency Services
• General Medicine
• Surgery
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Dentistry
• Radiology
• Laboratory Services
• Pharmacy
• HIV/AIDS Care and Treatment
• Outpatient Services

Education and Training

Fort Portal Hospital is affiliated with several universities and medical schools, offering clinical rotations and practical training for medical, nursing, and allied health students. This collaboration helps to ensure a steady supply of healthcare professionals trained to address the region's health challenges.

Challenges

Like many public hospitals in Uganda, Fort Portal Hospital faces several challenges, including limited resources, understaffing, and high patient loads. Despite these challenges, the hospital staff is committed to providing the best care possible to their patients.

Future Plans

The Ugandan government and various stakeholders are continuously working to improve the infrastructure and services offered at Fort Portal Hospital. Plans for expansion and modernization include the construction of new wards, acquisition of modern medical equipment, and increasing the hospital's capacity to train healthcare professionals.

See Also

• Healthcare in Uganda
• List of hospitals in Uganda

External Links

• [Official Ministry of Health Website](http://www.health.go.ug)