Reporting by JAMES MUTUA
M.P. Shah Hospital on Thursday opened its new, cutting-edge Maternity Wing, making a key milestone for
the hospital and its commitment to provide exceptional healthcare
services to expectant mothers and their newborns.
The new wing which was opened by Health Cabinet Secretary Hon. Susan Nakhumicha, is an ambitious project that signifies the hospital’s dedication to enhance the healthcare experience for
patients in Kenya and beyond. It has been designed with the most modern and advanced facilities, making it one of the finest maternity care centres in the country. With this state-of-the-art
facility, M.P. Shah Hospital aims to set new standards in maternal care, ensuring the well-being of both mothers and their infants.
The CS applauded the hospital for its contribution towards reduced maternal mortality and improved outcomes of the newborn, and its focus towards a Center of Excellence for Maternal and Child Health.
The Ministry of Health is working collaboratively with counties and communities, to improve maternal health coverage and equity.
Added Nakhumicha.
At the same time, Dr. Toseef Din, CEO of M.P. Shah Hospital expressed her gratitude to those who contributed towards the successful completion of the
project. She highlighted the hospital’s commitment in raising the bar for maternal healthcare and its dedication to provide exceptional quality services to the community.
The new maternity wing feature
spacious and comfortable private rooms which are designed to provide serene and relaxing environment for mothers during their stay, an advanced neonatal care unit as well as a modern labour and delivery
suites that cater to the individual needs of expectant mothers, with a focus on safety and comfort.
It has a team of highly skilled and experienced obstetricians, gynaecologists, neonatologists, and nursing staff, to ensure the highest quality of care for the patients and has a family-centered approach to care and encourage the active participation of family members in the birthing process.
The opening of the Maternity Wing reflects M.P. Shah Hospital’s continued investment in providing exceptional healthcare facilities and services to the community. With this addition, the hospital reinforces its position as a leading healthcare institution, focused on
delivering excellence in patient care.