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St. Joseph’s Hospital Kitgum is located within Kitgum Municipality, 3KM North East of the main town (mission area). It is along Dr. Grau Road, Nyikinyiki Cell, Pongdwongo Ward, Kitgum Municipality. Its Postal Address is 31 Kitgum.

The Service population

The hospital serves the population of Kitgum, Lamwo, Pader, and Agago Districts with a significant number of users coming from South Sudan and parts of Karamoja Region (Kabong, Kotido and Abim Districts).

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Eye Clinic (Mon – Fri)8.00am – 5.00pmAntenatal (Mon – Fri)8.00am – 5.00pm Private OPD(Mon-Fri) 8:00am – 5:00pm

24HR Ambulance Services

Your Health Is Our Priority

The Institution is a private, not for profit Hospital which belongs to Gulu Archdiosece Lincenced by The Uganda Medical and Dental Practitioners Council and accredited by Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau ( UCMB); The Radiology and Imaging Department is licenced by Uganda Atomic Energy.

The Hospital staff contributes towards holistic healing of the patients with total dedication, respect, empathy and harmony. There are a number of services ranging from general OPD services (Private Out Patient, Antenatal and HIV/AIDS Treatment and Care Support), orthopedic, minor and major surgeries, Eye Health Care and Dental Services. The hospital is a both a training institution (Certificate in Enrolled Nursing and Midwifery), an Intern Centre (Doctors, Nurses, Midwifes and Pharmacists). The Hospital has departments of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Orthopedic and Eye Health headed by Doctors of Special Grade (Specialists).

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say

Atim Jemma

Peasant Farmer

For 5 years, I lived in darkness. But thanks to the cataract surgery by St Joseph’s Hospital Kitgum. I can see the world gain. The first meal I saw with my own eyes brought tears of joy. It feels like I’m seeing life for the first time. Restored sight through the March 2024 Eye Surgical Camp. Read More>>

Mildred Okello

For 6 yrs, I lived in darkness. Thanks to the cataract surgery by St Joseph’s Hospital Kitgum, I can see again. And now, I’m going back home with good vision. I can finally look after my grandchildren. Restored sight through the March 2024 Eye Surgical Camp. Read More>>

Okot Deo

I was so excited to regain my sight after cataract surgery by the SJHK team. When I could finally see, I realized my clothes were dirty and stained. Now I can clean up, dress well, and care for my animals again. I feel younger and alive. Restored sight through the March 2024 Eye Surgical Camp. Read More>>

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Installation of the new Eye Health Complex

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025

Installation of the new Eye Health Complex

In March 2023, St. Joseph’s Hospital Kitgum proudly hosted a landmark event to celebrate the installation of a new Eye Health Complex, a vital step toward improving access to specialized eye care services in Northern Uganda. The ceremony was graced by His Grace Bishop John Baptist Odama, the CBM Country Director.....

Free Plastic Surgical Camp

June 18, 2025June 18, 2025

Free Plastic Surgical Camp

The Hospital, in partnership with the Njokuti Foundation, will hold a Free Plastic Surgical Camp from 7th-11th July 2025 for children under 18 years. The camp will offer consultations and corrective surgeries for keloids, cleft palate, cleft lip, hypertrophic scars, and burn contractures. Screening is ongoing until 5th July 2025.....

Commissioning of the New Theatre

June 13, 2025June 14, 2025

Commissioning of the New Theatre

On 23 November 24, The Ambassador of Japan to the Republic of Uganda, Mr. SASAYAMA Takuya attended the commissioning ceremony of “The Project for the Construction of an Operation Theatre at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Kitgum District” and to hand over the newly constructed operation theatre...

Private Inpatient Ward Launch

July 30, 2021July 30, 2021

Private Inpatient Ward Launch

The private ward was officially launched and commissioned on 30/07/2021 by the District Government Officials and the Board of Governors. The ward is intended to provide high level and quality care to our customers......

Dental Services

November 09, 2020November 9, 2020

Dental Services

The Hospital has introduced a dental care service. The department is open from 8:00 am -5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) with plans to fully function during weekends. The services offered include........

Training school

May 23, 2019August 4, 2020

Training school

The training institution is located within the parent Hospital (St Joseph’s Hospital-Kitgum) which is about 2.5 kilometers north East away from Kitgum municipality , along Kitgum mission road.

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