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Free eye care for over 1, 000 Kisumu residents

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At least 1,186 people from Kisumu have benefited from free treatment, medications and reading glasses.

This was courtesy of a five-day eye camp at the Jaramogi Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH).

At least 202 patients who require eye surgery were identified in an exercise jointly undertaken by the county government and Pankaj and Laxmanbhai Foundation.

Deputy Governor Dr Mathews Owili lauded the partner organization in its efforts to improve eye services in the area.

“We are glad that the Eye Surgery Camp has enabled the screening of 435 patients which has resulted into approximately 600 targeted beneficiaries. JOOTRH will provide surgery services to those who have been booked,” Dr Owili said during the launching exercise.

‘I am glad that I was given some medicine for free and I now know my eye condition’-Christine Atieno, beneficiary

Dr Richard Lesiyampe, JOOTRH CEO said the facility had acquired a fundus camera equipped with AI Technology.

“The cutting-edge equipment allows for accurate diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions even in remote places. This is a clear testament to our commitment to providing the most advanced care necessary,” he said.

Pankaj Shah, the CEO of Pankaj Foundation, noted that they will continue to work closely with the Kisumu County government in its quest to enhance the delivery eye services to the residents.

Other partners

In addition, Dr Owili pointed out that similar initiatives with other organizations have seen remarkable increase in eye patient treatment.

“Fred-Hollows has been supporting hospitals through the provision of essential consumables, human resource development training and the requisite eye equipment,” he clarified.

In July 2023, 372 patients underwent successful surgeries courtesy of Joy of Helping Hands (USA).

The launch was also graced by County Executive Member for Health(CECM) Dr Gregory Ganda, and Chief Health Officer Dr Ojwang Lusi among others.

The eye patients who visited JOOTRH expressed their satisfaction with the free services offered to them.

“I am glad that I was given some medicine for free and I now know my eye condition,’’ said Christine Atieno.

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