There is nothing more stressful than needing medical care with no clue on where to start. It’s always wise to have a contact list of nearby hospitals, ambulance services, and fire response units.
But how do you come to that list? As Bizna group we are bringing you a ranking of the best 10 hospitals in Kenya that also accept NHIF cards. Please note the ranking is not in order of strength as different hospitals on this list have different competitive advantages and services they are the best at compared to the rest.
Healthcare in Kenya is one of the backbones of the well-being of each person. Without good health facilities, people can end up succumbing to various illnesses. The private sector is not left behind to ensure that His Excellency the President of Kenya has fulfilled one of the Big Four agendas- affordable healthcare.
People flood in private hospitals from Monday to Monday hoping to get the best healthcare services. As you choose to receive your treatment from a private health facility, consider its services to customer that brings out its reputation to the public.
1. Aga Khan University Hospital
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi is a tertiary care-providing, teaching, and referral medical facility situated in sub-Saharan Africa. The private, not-for-profit hospital has been serving patients in East Africa and beyond for over sixty years.
Dedicated to providing access to quality healthcare to all those who need it, AKUH offers an advanced technology setup for the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a variety of diseases across multiple specialities.
It is the first hospital in East Africa and one of the total six hospitals in Africa to have the most coveted JCI accreditation, one of the highest marks of excellence for hospitals.
The Aga Khan Univerity Hospital maintains a high standard of patient care services and provides extensive medical education to young doctors in East Africa.
The hospital is known for its committed medical and administrative staff, who work together closely to provide a compassionate and caring environment to patients and their families.
The hospital is equipped with the latest facilities and cutting-edge technologies which sets AKUH Nairobi apart as a leading medical institution and teaching hospital in the country and beyond.
Aga Khan Hospital location and contacts
Location: along Limuru road, 3RD Parklands Avenue
Address: P.O BOX 30270-00100 Nairobi
Tel no: 020 3740000, 020 374 2531, 0711092000, 0722204146
Fax: 020 3741749,
Email: [email protected]
2. Nairobi Hospital
The Nairobi Hospital is a popular health facility in Kenya due to its personalized patient care. With over 60 years of operation, the facility has helped many Kenyans and other patients from different countries. The doctors, nurses, and all the staff work tirelessly to enhance your physical fitness whenever you visit the facility. The health facility also accepts to treat patients with NHIF cards.
Nairobi Hospital location and contacts
Location: Along Argwings Kodhek Road
Address: P.O BOX 30026-00100
Tel no: 020 2845000, 020 2714400, 0722 204 114/5/6/7, 0733639303
Fax: 020 2728003, 020 2713662,
Email address: [email protected], [email protected]
3. Karen Hospital
Karen Hospital location and contacts
Location: Parklands along Shiva chi road
Address: P.O BOX 14497-00800
Tel No: 020 3742763-7
Fax: 020 3746177
Email address: [email protected]
4. MP Shah Hospital
MP Shah hospital is one of the leading cancer health facilities in Kenya. The health facility is located in the Parklands area in Nairobi. It has a bed capacity of 210. The hospital has other branches like the Village Market Medical Clinic, the Dinshaw Byramjee Dispensary, and Dental Unit along Ronald Ngala Street.
It operates as a non-religious, non-racial, and non-political charitable institution which allows it to serve everyone equally. The health facility has some of the most advanced Hj-Tech medical equipment in Kenya.
MP Shah Hospital location and contacts
Location: Shiva chi road parklands
Address: P.O BOX 14497-00800
Tel No: 020 3742763-7
Fax: 020 3746177
Email address: [email protected]
5. Mater Hospital
The Mater hospital is the best heart healthcare facility in Kenya. It is managed by the Sisters of Mercy Wing of the Catholic Church. With a Christian foundation, the staffs and the board of directors are committed to providing quality health services to each one who pays a visit.
The health facility hosts the annual Mater Heart Run in Kenya to help those with heart diseases and improve the quality of healthcare in Kenya. The hospital also provides other services like maternity, pediatric, and outpatient among others.
Mater Hospital location and contacts
Location: Located in South B, along Dunga Road
Address: P.O BOX 30325-00200
Tel No: 0722 828629, 020 558179, 0734 418971 020531197/9, 020 536572/7, 0724 531199, Email: [email protected]
6. Avenue Hospital
Avenue Hospital location and contacts
Location: Located along St. Parklands avenue
Address: P.O Box 35534-00200
Tel No: 3741521, 3749108, 0722 854221 020 3742907, 3744554, 3745570, 374230
7. Gertrude Garden Children’s Hospital
Gertrude Children’s hospital is the most advanced pediatric health facility in Eastern and Central Africa. The hospital treats children from Kenya and neighboring countries. Within one year, the facility attends to 300,000 outpatients and admits 9,000 patients.
The health facility is licensed by the ministry of health to attend to children and teens up to 21 years. It has 90 qualified doctors, 250 nurses, and over 200 independent specialist consultants who helps patients access healthcare in Kenya.
Gertrude Garden Children’s Hospital location and contacts
Location: Along Muthaiga Road
Address: P.O BOX 42325 00100
Tel No: 020 720 6000, 020 244530/1, 0722 898949, 0733639444
Email: [email protected]
8. The Nairobi Women’s Hospital
The Nairobi Women’s Hospital is a private health facility in Kenya with more than 17 years of experience. The hospital handles patients of all genders and ages. In a year, the health facility attends 120,000 inpatients and 300,000 outpatient customers. It has attended to many women who are sexually abused with professionalism and compassion.
The health facility has several branches in Nakuru, Meru, Mombasa, Ongata-Rongai, Kitengela, Hurlingham, Adams, and Naivasha. Their services are 24/7 available.
The Nairobi Women’s Hospital location and contacts
Location: Hurlingham Medicare Plaza, Argwings Kodhek Road
Address: P.O Box 10552 00100
Tel no: 020 2736845, 2724802, 2726821, 0722760146, 0733 618353, 271 2886, 272 6821, 2716651
Email: [email protected]
9. Parklands Ambulatory Surgical Centre
Parklands Ambulatory Surgical Centre location and contacts
Location: 3rd Parklands Avenue
Address: P.O Box 61777 00200
Tel no: 020 375 0287, 3748767
10. Coptic Hospital
Coptic Hospital location and contacts
Location: Ngong Road off Kindaruma Lane
Address: P.O Box 21570 00505
Tel no: 020 2725856, 2724737, 2720831, 0735 558862, 272 4737
Fax: 020 2725771
Email: [email protected]