The Pediatrics Department
The Pediatrics Department at Kirehe District Hospital provides comprehensive medical care for infants, children, and adolescents across the district. The department manages common childhood illnesses such as pneumonia, malaria, diarrhea, and malnutrition, while also caring for newborns requiring specialized attention. Pediatric staff include doctors, nurses, and nutritionists trained in child health and emergency care. Services include outpatient consultations, inpatient care, growth monitoring, immunization support, and management of severe acute malnutrition. The unit works closely with maternity, neonatology, and community health programs to ensure early detection and timely treatment. Despite resource constraints, the department remains a vital center for child health in Kirehe.
Head of Department
NIYIGENA Divine
Head of Service
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