Our Lady of Lourdes Level 5 Mwea Teaching & Referral Hospital

In-Patient Department

Comprehensive inpatient care with compassion, comfort, and clinical excellence

Our Inpatient Care

Comprehensive Inpatient Services

The Inpatient Department at OLLMTRH provides round-the-clock medical care for patients who require admission for observation, treatment, or recovery. Our dedicated team of doctors, nurses, and support staff work together to ensure every patient receives excellent, affordable, and accessible healthcare in a comfortable and healing environment.

We are committed to offering quality inpatient services driven by the love of Christ for the needy, accomplished through commitment, devotion, talents, and measure of grace. Our staff carry out routine healthcare to patients admitted with minimal supervision, ensuring continuous monitoring and prompt response to patient needs.

Inpatient ward at OLLMTRH
What to Expect

The Patient Journey

From admission to discharge, we guide you through every step of your inpatient stay.

Admission

Registration & assessment

Patients are admitted through the OPD or after emergency triage. Our admissions team handles registration, insurance verification (SHA & private), and ward assignment.

Treatment

Diagnosis & care plan

Our medical team develops a personalised treatment plan, supported by our laboratory, radiology, and pharmacy services for comprehensive diagnostics and medication.

Monitoring

24/7 nursing care

Qualified nurses monitor patients around the clock, with routine check-ups and vital signs tracking to ensure recovery progress and timely intervention.

Review

Progress evaluation

Doctors conduct daily ward rounds to review each patient's progress, adjust treatment plans, and determine readiness for discharge or further care.

Medication

Pharmacy & dispensing

Our on-site pharmacy ensures patients receive prescribed medications promptly, with clear instructions on dosage and any side effects to watch for.

Discharge

Recovery & follow-up

On discharge, patients receive a summary of their treatment, prescribed medication, and a follow-up appointment schedule to ensure continued recovery at home.

Pastoral Care

Spiritual support

As a Catholic institution, we offer pastoral care and prayer support for patients and families who wish to receive it, nurturing spiritual healing alongside physical care.

SHA Compliant

Insurance accepted

We are SHA compliant and accept private insurance, making inpatient care affordable and accessible to all members of the community.

Our Wards

Inpatient Wards

Our inpatient department comprises several specialised wards, each designed for specific patient needs.

Maternity Ward

We respond to the needs of mothers and their babies in a friendly and professional environment, with routine immunization and postnatal care.

Male Ward

We are committed to offering excellent, affordable, and accessible healthcare to our male patients, with dedicated nursing staff.

Children Ward

We partner with parents as the primary caregivers, ensuring the best care for children in a safe and supportive environment.

ICU

Our modern Intensive Care Unit is equipped with advanced monitoring systems for critically ill patients requiring close observation.

General Ward

Comfortable general wards with special beds that enhance patient comfort and promote quick recovery under continuous nursing supervision.

Morgue & Hearse

Refrigerated chambers with capacity for 20 bodies, postmortem on request, and hearse services for the community at affordable rates.

Minor Theatre

A minor theatre within the department for minor surgical procedures and emergency interventions that require sterile conditions.

Physiotherapy

Supporting recovery through physiotherapy and rehabilitation services for patients regaining mobility after illness or surgery.

Visitor Information

Visiting Hours & Guidelines

We welcome visitors to support the recovery of their loved ones. To ensure a restful and healing environment for all patients, please observe the following visiting hours and guidelines.

  • General Wards: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM daily
  • Maternity Ward: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM daily
  • ICU: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM (immediate family only)
  • Children Ward: Parents may visit at any time; other visitors during general hours
  • Maximum of 2 visitors per patient at a time
  • Please maintain a quiet environment and follow infection control protocols

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