Cancer is a leading cause of death worldwide. The Kenya government has been working to improve access to a wide range of cancer services.
Kenya has also made significant progress in developing cancer control services in different parts of the country. This is to ensure that cancer patients from rural areas can easily access cancer treatment without travelling to Nairobi.
Within Eldoret, residents are lucky to have several cancer treatment centres.
Here are some of the cancer treatment hospitals within Eldoret town;
Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH)
The Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) is situated in convenient proximity to Western Kenya and East Uganda. It is the second largest and most advanced hospital in Kenya, treating all types of cancer, both in children and adults.
The Chandaria Cancer and Chronic Diseases Center (CCCDC) in MTRH has modern facilities for cancer treatment. It has advanced cancer treatment equipment, from targeted chemotherapy, and immunotherapy to new surgical techniques. Further, the entire staff is committed to providing quality services to the well-being of their patients and taking care of their every need.
MTRH is the only public hospital in Eldoret offering cancer treatment services.
Eldoret Oncology
This is an independent Oncology centre offering complete oncology care by delivering cutting-edge technology and treatment options through innovative research. It offers comprehensive cancer care to enable more cancer patients to receive quality care while staying close to the critical support of family and friends.
Services offered at the Eldoret Oncology hospital are centred towards the individual unique needs of each patient and guarantee enhanced patient follow-up after treatment, awareness and personalized care.
The hospital is located at No. 6 Doctors Drive off Nandi Road, Opposite MTRH MRI.
The MediHeal Group of Hospitals
The Mediheal group of hospitals is the leading largest healthcare service provider in East Africa with a high focus on quality. In Eldoret, the hospital is located along Nandi Road.
The hospital was established in 2002 by Dr Swarup Rajan Mishra, a renowned gynaecologist and fertility expert. Since then, it has improved technology and equipment for cancer treatments. They have specialists and qualified doctors who offer quality services and cancer treatment services.
Driven by a strong interdisciplinary collaboration, the teams of accomplished medical experts deliver personalized and exemplary patient care with respect for human beings
Eldoret hospital
The Eldoret Comprehensive Cancer Centre is located in the New Theatre Building at the Eldoret Hospital. It is located within Eldoret town along Uganda Road and Makasembo Roads.
Eldoret Hospital has modern equipment including a wide range of electrons, 3D conformal external beam radiation and Intensity-modulated radiotherapy (IMRT). This enables them to provide quality services to its patients. It offers its services daily for 24 hours.
Alexandria cancer centre
Alexandria Cancer Centre and Palliative Care Hospital is located along Lumumba Avenue, Opposite Moi University School of Dentistry. It is a modern world-class hospital started in the year 2016 after operating as a clinic in 2015.
The hospital is committed to delivering the best cancer services to its patients. They offer both outpatient and inpatient services in their facility. It is among the best hospital within the region that provides comprehensive cancer treatment.
Many cancer treatments are accessible. A patient’s treatment possibilities will depend on other factors, such as the type and cancer stage, general health, and what a patient desires. The above hospitals will help you with cancer treatment inquiries.
MTRH remains the best
I would pick Eldoret Hospital all the time