“My baby was born prematurely and admitted to the new NICU — the care she received there was excellent and the incubators are modern. Grateful this level of care is available to us here in Kibra without needing to go to a private hospital.”

“I do dialysis twice a week at Mbagathi’s renal unit and the medical team is attentive and professional. Having an affordable, accessible option for chronic kidney disease care close to home has been life-changing for me.”

“Waiting times in general outpatient can be long, which is common at busy public hospitals serving such a large catchment population. That said, the medical care itself once I was seen was thorough and the staff were respectful.”

“Doing my internship at Mbagathi has given me real exposure to a high-volume public hospital setting. The recent renovations have noticeably improved the working environment for both staff and patients since the upgrades in 2023-2024.”

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Does Mbagathi Hospital accept SHA (Social Health Authority)?

Yes. As a public Level 5 county referral hospital, it is expected to be SHA-contracted under the current national framework, but we recommend confirming current SHA status directly with the hospital on 020 2724712 or checking sha.go.ke before your visit, as coverage details can change.

Where is Mbagathi Hospital located?

Mbagathi County Referral Hospital is on Mbagathi Road, off Mbagathi Way, in the Kenyatta Golf Course Location, Kibra Sub-County, Nairobi. P.O. Box 40205-00200, Nairobi, Kenya. It is near the Shell Petrol Station on Mbagathi Road.

Is Mbagathi Hospital open 24 hours?

Yes. According to the Ministry of Health's official facility registry, Mbagathi Hospital is open 24 hours, open on weekends, and open late at night, with emergency and ward services available around the clock.

What is Mbagathi Hospital known for?

Mbagathi is known for its 2024 recognition as Nairobi County's Best Level 5 (Public) Hospital, its new NICU with 48 incubators, its renal dialysis unit, and its modern Diabetes Care Unit established in partnership with Novo Nordisk.

What was Mbagathi Hospital originally called?

Mbagathi was originally known as South Hill Hospital for Infectious Diseases (also called the Infectious Diseases Hospital, IDH) when it was commissioned in 1956, serving as an isolation facility for the King George VI Hospital (now Kenyatta National Hospital). It became an autonomous district hospital in 1995.

How do I contact Mbagathi Hospital?

Call 020 2724712, 020 2728530, or 0721 311 088. Email customercare@mbagathihospital.or.ke, or visit mbagathihospital.or.ke for more information.