Hospital Description
Country:
Kenya
Setting:
Rural
Number of Patient Beds:
170
Bed Occupancy Rate:
65%
Outpatients Seen Per/Day:
270
Departments/Specialties:
OPD
I/P
Theatre
Dental
Physio
Radiology
Laboratory
Comprehensive care center (CCC)
Elementary school (1-8)
Medical school
Typical Cases:
Tropical diseases
Corrective surgery
Prostate Cancers
URTI
Dental Carriers
HIV/AIDS management
maternal health care and family planning
Types of Health Care Students Accepted:
All accepted
Languages Spoken:
English
Additional Volunteer Opportunities:
Yes
Trip Logistics
Recommended Airport:
Jkia Nairobi or Kisumu Intl. Airport (KIS)
Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizen:
Yes, check with Embassy for cost
Transport from Airport Provided:
Taxi or on arrangement with the hospital for a fee
Transportation Costs:
Contact the hospital for current rates
Time from Airport to Hospital:
Jkia- 6 hours; Kisimu-1 hour
Type of Student Housing:
Guest House
Cost of Housing/night:
Full Board- $25
Meal Plan:
Cafeteria, hired cook
Cost of Meals/day:
$5
Recommended Months to Visit:
June - September- Please contact 3 months in advance
Additional Fees:
None
Comments from Site:
Students should communicate with the hospital to arrange tourism opportunities locally
Last Updated:
September 9, 2015