Accra:Uasin Gishu The construction of the Uasin Gishu County Diagnostic Centre has reached 35 percent completion, marking a significant step in the county’s efforts to expand modern diagnostic services and enhance healthcare accessibility for residents.
According to Kenya News Agency, Clinical Services Chief Officer Ambrose Tarus visited the construction site on Thursday to assess the progress and inspect the ongoing work. He expressed satisfaction with the pace of construction and emphasized the importance of maintaining the momentum. Tarus urged the contractor to adhere to the agreed timelines to ensure the facility’s completion as scheduled and to the required standards.
Tarus described the Diagnostic Centre as a strategic investment in the county’s health infrastructure. He stated that once completed, the facility will enhance the county’s diagnostic capacity, support faster access to essential investigations, and complement the services already available in public health facilities. He also mentioned that the County Government will closely monitor the project to ensure it stays on track and meets the standards expected by the community.
Accompanied by Director of Medical Services Dr. Evans Kiprotich, Deputy Director of Clinical Services Crispus Massam, and Monitoring and Evaluation Officer Gerry Luvai, Tarus noted that the project is part of a broader commitment to modernize health infrastructure, equip facilities, and improve access to specialized care. Once operational, the centre is expected to strengthen the county’s referral and diagnostic network, helping to reduce delays currently faced by patients seeking essential medical investigations.
The progress of the diagnostic centre reflects the county government’s ongoing efforts to deliver tangible improvements in healthcare for the people of Uasin Gishu.
