Top ten best Private Hospitals in Nairobi County their and contacts

Nairobi is the capital city of Kenya. It also happens to be the most populated county per square metre, calling for the need to have a high number of private hospitals coming up so as to cater for the medical needs of the rising population.

In no particular order of preference the following hospitals fall among the top 10 private hospitals in Nairobi, Kenya.

1. AGA KHAN UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Established in 1958, the hospital’s vision stands to be the premier, tertiary, teaching and referral healthcare facility in Sub-Saharan Africa. It us currently the best Kenyan private hospital. Located at Parklands Avenue in Nairobi, the hospital is best known for its advanced methodologies in treating major diseases such as cancer and diabetes. Contact 020 366 2025.

2. THE MATER HOSPITAL
Opened in 1962, it is best known for treating heart diseases. Mater Misericordiae Hospital is located at Mukenia Road, South B estate, Nairobi and it is maintained with the ethos of the Sisters of Mercy Kenya, aiming to provide quality, timely and compassionate affordable medical services to patients and their families.

Apart from dealing with cardiology, it also deals with medical services such as pre and post natal, dentistry, Opthalmology and laboratory services.Mater Hospital was the first hospital in East and Central Africa region to be awarded ISO9001:2000 Quality Management System Certification in July 2002 after 18 months of rigorous effect. Contact 0206903000.

3. THE NAIROBI WOMEN’S HOSPITAL
It is best known for diagnosis, treatment and follow up of issues related to sexual abuse. However, they also have other segments outside sexual matters, just like any other advanced hospital. It is located at Hurlingham in Nairobi. Contact +254 709 667 000 or email info@nwch.co.ke.

4.THE NAIROBI HOSPITAL
Founded in 1954 it boasts of having a personalized patient care that sets it miles ahead of many other hospitals. Services include radiology, laboratory and pharmacy services. The hospital also stays open all around the clock so I highly recommend it. Contact +254 703082000 or email hosp@nbihosp.org.

5.MP SHAH HOSPITAL
Its official name is The Meghji Pethraj Shah Hospital, hence MP SHAH. Located at Parklands area, Nairobi, this hospital has over the years bannered the trust to be a major referral hospital in Kenya. It has a modern 210-bed facility with highly skilled specialists and professionals who are ready to attend to patients all round the clock. It is also known as the major cancer treatment hospital in Keny, equipped with modern technology. Contact +254 204 291 100 or email info@mpshahhosp.org.

6.GERTRUDE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL
Established in 1947, it is known as the best paediatric (referral) hospital in Eastern and Central Africa. It is located along Muthaiga Road, Nairobi and many clients claim that their services are prompt.It is a 100-bed facility that admits over 9000 patients annually.Contact (0) 20 3763474 or email info@gerties.org.

7.AIC KIJABE MISSION HOSPITAL
Started in 1903, it is a 24-hour, Christian- based organization that is committed to delivering quality health services to its clients. Services offered include radiology, physiotherapy, in and outpatient, pharmacy and laboratory. Contact 0709728200.

8.MEDIHEAL GROUP OF HOSPITALS
It is known for offering Indian health services in Kenya at cost-friendly rates. It is a full-fledged diagnostic, dialysis and daycare centre that provides quality services at affordable rates. It has branches in Nakuru and Eldoret. Contact +254 712935390 or email reception.upperhill@medihealgroup.com.

9. THE KAREN HOSPITAL
It is located along Lang’ata- Karen road. It is recognized as one of the most diversified private hospitals in Kenya, with modern technology and highly qualified practitioners. Contact 0702222222

10.AVENUE HOSPITAL
It is located at first park avenue and it is dedicated to providing high quality medical care at all times.Contact 0732 175000.