University Teaching Hospital of Kigali (CHUK) construction work is well underway at its new future site in Masaka, Kicukiro District. Commencing in January, this ambitious project is steadily progressing towards its completion, which is anticipated in the year 2025.
Once finished, the new University Teaching Hospital of Kigali is poised to revolutionize healthcare in Rwanda. Boasting an impressive 837 beds, the hospital will have a remarkable capacity to accommodate up to 2,000 patients every day, positioning it as the largest medical facility in the entire country.
The decision to relocate CHUK from its current location in the heart of Kigali City was announced back in 2018, setting the stage for this significant development. The new hospital will emerge as a premier referral and teaching institution, elevating Rwanda’s medical education and patient care capabilities.
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Spanning an impressive 8.2 hectares, the new CHUK complex will encompass more than 10 distinct building blocks. This expansive layout will accommodate the diverse services and departments that the hospital will offer, ensuring a holistic approach to patient care.
As Rwanda continues to invest in its healthcare infrastructure, the progress at the new University Teaching Hospital of Kigali site stands as a testament to the nation’s commitment to providing top-tier medical services to its citizens. With the new hospital’s anticipated completion in 2025, Rwanda’s medical landscape is on the brink of a transformative upgrade that will undoubtedly shape the future of healthcare in the country.
University Teaching Hospital of Kigali Amenities
A range of amenities is one of the most promising aspects of the new University Teaching Hospital of Kigali compared to the old facility. Beyond the traditional departments like inpatient, outpatient, emergency, pediatric, and infectious diseases, the new campus will house additional crucial amenities. These include specialized areas such as an air compressor room, an oxygen generator station, a radiology department, a blood bank and laboratory department, as well as a central sterile supply department. This comprehensive approach ensures that the new CHUK will be better equipped to handle a wider range of medical needs. compared to the old facility. Beyond the traditional departments like inpatient, outpatient, emergency, pediatric, and infectious diseases, the new campus will house additional crucial amenities. These include specialized areas such as an air compressor room, an oxygen generator station, a radiology department, a blood bank and laboratory department, as well as a central sterile supply department. This comprehensive approach ensures that the new CHUK will be better equipped to handle a wider range of medical needs.
