Gulu Hospital
Gulu Hospital is a public hospital located in Gulu, a city in the Northern Region of Uganda. It is one of the regional referral hospitals in the country and serves as a teaching hospital for the Gulu University Medical School.
History[edit | edit source]
Gulu Hospital was established in the early 20th century to provide medical services to the population of Gulu District and the surrounding areas. Over the years, it has grown to become a key healthcare facility in the region, offering a wide range of medical services.
Facilities and Services[edit | edit source]
The hospital has several departments, including:
- Emergency department
- Outpatient department
- Inpatient department
- Maternity ward
- Pediatrics department
- Surgery department
- Internal medicine department
- Radiology department
- Laboratory services
Teaching and Research[edit | edit source]
Gulu Hospital is affiliated with Gulu University and serves as a teaching hospital for medical students. It also engages in various research activities, particularly in areas related to tropical diseases and public health.
Challenges[edit | edit source]
Like many public hospitals in Uganda, Gulu Hospital faces several challenges, including:
- Limited funding
- Shortage of medical staff
- Inadequate medical supplies and equipment
- High patient load
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