The Aga Khan University Hospital (AKUH) in
Nairobi
Nairobi ( ) is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The name is derived from the Maasai phrase ''Enkare Nairobi'', which translates to "place of cool waters", a reference to the Nairobi River which flows through the city. The city proper ha ...
, established in 1958 is a 254-bed long-term care facility offering general medical services, specialist clinics and diagnostic services.
The hospital receives referrals for specialised medical care and diagnostic services from various hospitals and clinics in the region. Founded by the
Aga Khan
Aga Khan ( fa, آقاخان, ar, آغا خان; also transliterated as ''Aqa Khan'' and ''Agha Khan'') is a title held by the Imām of the Nizari Ismāʿīli Shias. Since 1957, the holder of the title has been the 49th Imām, Prince Shah Karim ...
, the hospital provides a broad range of secondary and tertiary care, including diagnosis of disease and team management of patient care.
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Aga Khan Development Network
The Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) is a network of private, non-denominational (de jure) development agencies founded by the Aga Khan that work primarily in the poorest parts of Asia and Africa. Aga Khan IV succeeded to the office of the 49t ...
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Hospital buildings completed in 1958
Nairobi
Nairobi ( ) is the capital and largest city of Kenya. The name is derived from the Maasai phrase ''Enkare Nairobi'', which translates to "place of cool waters", a reference to the Nairobi River which flows through the city. The city proper ha ...
Hospitals in Kenya
Medical education in Kenya
Teaching hospitals
Hospitals established in 1958
Aga Khan University Hospital
1958 establishments in Kenya