“I had heart surgery at the new Cardiothoracic Center and could not believe I received this level of care right here in Bomet without travelling abroad. The surgical team and nurses were exceptional and prayed with us before the procedure. God bless Tenwek.”

“I delivered both my children at Tenwek’s maternity ward. The care was professional and compassionate both times, and the cost was fair compared to hospitals in Nairobi. Truly grateful for what this hospital does for our community.”

“Kaboson Health Centre is very useful for us in Chepalungu, saving a long trip to the main hospital for routine care. It’s still being built back up to its original bed capacity, so more serious cases get referred to Tenwek main. Staff are kind and attentive.”

“Training as an OB/GYN resident at Tenwek has given me unmatched surgical exposure. The consultants, both Kenyan and international, are deeply invested in mentoring the next generation. This hospital’s teaching mission is genuinely making a difference across the region.”

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Does Tenwek Hospital accept SHA (Social Health Authority)?

Yes. As a Level 5 government-recognised teaching and referral hospital, it is the type of facility typically eligible for SHA contracting, but we recommend confirming directly with Tenwek's Customer Experience line on 0700 499 699 or checking sha.go.ke before your visit.

Where is Tenwek Hospital located?

Tenwek Hospital is located about 5 miles east of Bomet Town, in Bomet County, in Kenya's South Rift region. P.O. Box 39-20400, Bomet, Kenya. It is roughly 150 miles (about 4 hours by road) from Nairobi.

How do I contact Tenwek Hospital?

Call 0700 499 699, 0740 346 537, or 0728 091 900. Email customer.experience@tenwekhosp.org. For ambulance services, contact the Coverage team directly on 0727 033 725. Visit tenwekhosp.org for more information.

Does Tenwek Hospital offer heart surgery?

Yes. Tenwek opened a new Cardiothoracic Center (CTC) in October 2024 — a multi-story, world-class facility and the largest dedicated cardiothoracic surgical unit in sub-Saharan Africa, with capacity to handle up to 2,000 heart cases per year.

Does Tenwek Hospital train doctors and nurses?

Yes. Tenwek Hospital College of Health Sciences trains Registered Community Nurses, Clinical Officers, Critical Care Nurses, and Perfusionists. The hospital also hosts residency programmes in Family Practice, General Surgery, Orthopaedic Surgery, and OB/GYN, plus Cardiac Surgery fellowships and a School of Chaplaincy.

Does Tenwek Hospital have satellite clinics?

Yes. Tenwek runs three satellite facilities — the Tenwek Hospital Annex in Bomet town, Kaboson Health Centre in Chepalungu, and Ngiito Dispensary in South West Narok  each providing outpatient care with direct referral pathways to the main hospital for complex cases.