Tororo General Hospital
Tororo General Hospital is a government-funded healthcare facility located in the town of Tororo, in the Eastern Region of Uganda. The hospital is a part of the Uganda National Health System and is overseen by the Ministry of Health.
Location[edit | edit source]
The hospital is situated in the central business district of Tororo, a town in the Tororo District, approximately 230 kilometers (143 miles) by road, east of Kampala, the capital and largest city of Uganda.
Overview[edit | edit source]
Tororo General Hospital is a public hospital, funded by the government of Uganda. It is one of the 129 government-owned hospitals in Uganda. The hospital provides general medical services, surgery, maternity care, and pediatric care. It also offers HIV/AIDS treatment and counseling services.
Services[edit | edit source]
The hospital provides a range of healthcare services including:
- General Medicine: This includes the diagnosis and treatment of general health conditions.
- Surgery: The hospital has a well-equipped surgical department that handles both minor and major surgeries.
- Maternity Care: The hospital provides prenatal and postnatal care services to expectant mothers.
- Pediatric Care: The hospital has a dedicated pediatric ward for the care of children.
- HIV/AIDS Treatment: The hospital provides antiretroviral therapy for people living with HIV/AIDS.
Challenges[edit | edit source]
Like many other public hospitals in Uganda, Tororo General Hospital faces several challenges including inadequate funding, shortage of medical supplies, and a high patient-to-doctor ratio.
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