Frequently Asked
Questions

You can book by calling us on +256 772 428 453, walking in during working hours, or sending us a message through the Contact page. We will confirm your appointment as soon as possible.

Yes, we accept walk-in patients 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. No appointment needed — our team is always ready to receive you.

Please bring a valid ID, any previous medical records or test results relevant to your visit, and your insurance card if applicable. Arriving a few minutes early helps with registration.

Yes. You can book on behalf of a family member, including children and elderly relatives. Please provide their details when booking.

We offer general outpatient services, inpatient/admission services, antenatal care and maternity, immunization and vaccination, ultrasound/imaging, digitalised dental services, eye specialists, laboratory services, HN/DM clinic, minor & major surgical operations, 24/7 ambulance, general medication, obstetric and gynaecological programs, family planning, palliative care, physiotherapy, and orthopedics.

Yes. We perform both minor and major surgical operations. Our theatre is equipped with modern facilities and staffed by experienced surgeons and anaesthetists.

Yes. We offer digitalised dental services including consultations, extractions, fillings, and other dental procedures.

Yes. Our eye specialists provide consultations, vision assessments, and treatment for various eye conditions.

Yes. Our physiotherapy department provides rehabilitation services for patients recovering from injuries, surgery, or managing chronic conditions.

Yes. Our emergency unit operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Our team is always ready to respond to any medical emergency.

Yes. We operate a 24/7 ambulance service. Call +256 772 428 453 to request emergency transport.

Go to emergency immediately for: chest pain, difficulty breathing, severe bleeding, loss of consciousness, stroke symptoms, serious accidents, high fever in infants, or any condition you believe is life-threatening.

Yes. We provide comprehensive antenatal care including regular check-ups, ultrasound scans, nutritional guidance, and birth planning throughout your pregnancy.

Yes. We have a maternity unit with experienced midwives and obstetricians available around the clock for safe deliveries.

Yes. We provide immunization and vaccination services for infants and children following the national immunization schedule.

Yes. We offer a full range of family planning services including counselling, contraception, and reproductive health consultations.

Our on-site laboratory provides a wide range of tests including blood tests, urinalysis, malaria tests, HIV tests, blood sugar, cholesterol, liver and kidney function tests, and more.

Yes. We have ultrasound scanning and imaging services available for obstetric, abdominal, and other diagnostic purposes.

Most routine lab results are available within the same day. Some specialised tests may take longer. Our team will advise you on the expected turnaround time.

We are located in Bweyogerere Ward, Kira Town Council — approximately 7 miles from Kampala City Centre and about 200m off the Kampala–Jinja highway from Bweyogerere trading centre.

We are open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can visit or call us at any time.

Phone: +256 772 428 453 or +256 708 685 381. Email: gwatiro@gmail.com. P.O. Box 2933, Kampala.

Ggwaatiro Hospital was founded in 1981. It started as a small dispensary in Kirinya, became a nursing home in Bweyogerere, and was officially recognised as a hospital by the Ministry of Health in 2012.

The hospital has a dedicated team of medical and support staff committed to providing quality healthcare to our patients.

Yes. We work with several insurance providers. Please contact us directly on +256 772 428 453 to confirm whether your specific insurance plan is accepted.

Yes. The hospital is located along the Kampala–Jinja highway in Bweyogerere, which is well served by taxis and boda bodas from Kampala and surrounding areas.