National Ambulance Dispatch Centre
JOOTRH joined the nation in launching the National Ambulance Dispatch Centre and the Ambulance Evacuation Services Benefit Package under the Taifa Care programme
Level 6A National Teaching & Referral Hospital
Transforming into a 2,000-bed "Medicity" with a Ksh 4.9B ultra-modern facelift. World-class specialised care for Western Kenya and beyond.
Open Heart Surgery is Now a Reality at JOOTRH
Our world-class cardiothoracic team and advanced theatres bring life-saving open heart surgery within reach of the region.
24/7 Emergency & Trauma Services
Experienced staff and state-of-the-art facilities handle all but the most serious, life-threatening situations — around the clock.
Clinic on Wheels — Cancer Screening in the Community
Same-day biopsy and community cancer screening programmes are saving lives across Kisumu and Western Kenya.
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Established
A Century of Compassionate Care, Reimagined for the Future
Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has served the people of Western Kenya for more than a century. Now elevated to a Level 6A National Teaching and Referral Hospital, we are transforming into a 2,000-bed medical city delivering world-class, patient-centred care to a catchment of over 5 million people.
- Level 6A National Teaching & Referral Hospital
- 24/7 Accident & Emergency services
- Ksh 4.9B transformation into a 2,000-bed Medicity
- Teaching, research & specialised care for 5M+ people
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National Ambulance Dispatch Centre
JOOTRH joined the nation in launching the National Ambulance Dispatch Centre and the Ambulance Evacuation Services Benefit Package under the Taifa Care programme - free, 24-hour ambulance evacuation services across all 47 counties. Dial 922 toll-free from any network to request an ambulance.
24/7
Centralised dispatch
Free
Funded via ECCIF
47
Counties covered
Dispatch Centre Active
596 ambulances · 200+ providers
Specialised Care Under One Roof
General Surgery
The General Surgery Department at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) provides comp…
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It Falls within the discipline of general surgery. There are currently no specialized cardiothoracic surgeons.
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Comprises bone and joint trauma that need surgical interventions i.e Application of Screws, e.t.c.
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A medical emergency can happen at any time, and when it does, fast and effective care can mean the difference…
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This is the medical specialty dealing with the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of internal diseases. It i…
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Nephrology at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) focuses on the prevention, diagno…
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ONCOLOGY AND PALLIATIVE CARE For years, cancer patients in the Lake Region have faced difficult and painful jo…
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Labour Ward An author, Debasish Mridha, once quoted; “Babies are the buds of imagination that are ready to bl…
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Our specialised departments bring together expert clinicians, modern equipment and evidence-based care.
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Emergency & Trauma Services
24/7 Accident & Emergency and trauma care with experienced staff handling life-threatening…
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Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Advanced critical care with 24/7 intensivist coverage for the most complex patients.
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Theatre Services
State-of-the-art operating theatres for general, orthopaedic, cardiothoracic and neuro sur…
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Laboratory Department
ISO-aligned laboratory with haematology, biochemistry, microbiology, serology and histolog…
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Radiology & Imaging Department
Advanced imaging with CT scan, MRI, digital X-ray, ultrasound, mammogram and OPG.
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Oncology & Palliative Care
Comprehensive cancer care — medical, surgical and gynae-oncology plus palliative care.
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Cardiology & Cardiothoracic Care
Heart care including cardiology diagnostics and open heart surgery — now a reality at JOOT…
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Pharmacy & Therapeutics
Full-service hospital pharmacy with inpatient, outpatient and oncology pharmacy services.
ExploreA National Referral Hospital You Can Trust
We combine a century of experience with modern technology to deliver safe, compassionate, world-class care — every day, 24/7.
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Accredited Level 6A Hospital
Nationally accredited teaching and referral status — the highest tier in Kenya's health system.
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Centres of Excellence
Oncology, cardiothoracic surgery, interventional radiology, renal, neurosurgery and transplant services.
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Patient Safety First
WHO safety standards, infection control, ISO-aligned quality systems and a dedicated patient experience team.
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Affordable & Inclusive
Accepts SHA, NHIF and all major insurance providers, plus flexible billing options for all.
Specialist Clinics
24/7 Emergency
Maternity Services
Mental Health
Oncology & Radiology
Cardiology & Surgery
Pharmacy
Laboratory Services
Ongoing Projects
Tracking our infrastructure and development initiatives across the region
Ongoing
New Maternity Wing Construction
Main Campus
State-of-the-art maternity wing to improve maternal and neonatal care services.
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Ongoing
Digital Health Records System
Hospital-Wide
Transitioning from paper-based to electronic health records across all departments.
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Ongoing
Emergency Department Expansion
Emergency Wing
Expanding the emergency department capacity to handle increased patient volumes.
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Hospital News
Aug 21, 2026
JOOTRH Joins Nation in Launching National Ambulance Dispatch Centre & Ambulance Evacuation Services
JOOTRH joined the nation in launching the National Ambulance Dispatch Centre and the Ambulance Evacu…
Hospital News
Jul 23, 2026
JOOTRH Flags Off Clinic on Wheels to Expand Community Cancer Screening
JOOTRH has launched a mobile "Clinic on Wheels" to take cancer screening services directly to commun…
Medical News
Jul 14, 2026
Open Heart Surgery Becomes a Reality at JOOTRH
In a historic milestone, JOOTRH has successfully performed open heart surgery, ending the era of ref…
Medical News
Jul 14, 2026
Same-Day Biopsy is Saving Lives in Kisumu
Rapid same-day biopsy services at JOOTRH are dramatically reducing diagnostic delays for cancer pati…
Hospital News
Jul 13, 2026
Ksh 4.9B Ultra-Modern Facelift to Transform JOOTRH into a 2,000-Bed "Medicity"
The national government has committed Ksh 4.9 billion to transform JOOTRH into a modern 2,000-bed me…
Health Education
Jul 10, 2026
Healing Beyond the Burn — Rebuilding Lives at JOOTRH
Our burns and plastic surgery team shares the journey of patients recovering from severe burns.
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Our Partners & Collaborators
County Government of Kisumu
PEPFAR
CDC Kenya
CIHEB Kenya
Ministry of Health Kenya
Amref Health Africa
Masinde Muriro University
Kisii University
KMTC
Rongo University
Maseno University
Uzima University
We Accept Insurance Providers
SHA - Social Health Authority
National Health Insurance Fund
AAR Insurance
Jubilee Insurance
Britam Insurance
CIC Group
Kenya Alliance Insurance
Madison Insurance
Liaison Insurance Group
GA Insurance
Old Mutual
Defence Forces Medical Insurance
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