About Us - St Joseph's Mission Hospital

Hospital Background

St Joseph's Mission Hospital, Kilgoris (SJMHK), is a faith-based health institution owned and operated by the Catholic Diocese of Ngong (CDoN). Located near Kilgoris town in Transmara, Narok County, the hospital was founded in 1963 by the Little Sisters of St Joseph (LSSJ) from the Netherlands.

The hospital was established in response to the urgent need for accessible healthcare, when residents and mission communities had to travel long distances to Kisii for essential services. Support from Medical Mission Action (MEMISA), and later from the Dutch government beginning in 1973, enabled growth in buildings, equipment, medical supplies, and technical expertise. By the 1980s, SJMHK had grown into a 250-bed facility and housed a nationally recognized nursing school.

Despite periods of decline linked to leadership transitions, local dynamics, and healthcare financing shifts such as the move from NHIF to SHA, SJMHK has remained resilient. The hospital continues to provide inpatient and outpatient care, paediatrics, maternity, pharmacy, laboratory, imaging, and other essential clinical support services while implementing a strategic turnaround for long-term sustainability.

Our Mission

We evangelize through accessible, affordable, and holistic health care, rooted in Christian values.

Our Vision

A leader in quality, patient-centred health care in the region.

What We Believe

We believe that quality healthcare is a right, not a privilege. Every person deserves access to medical services regardless of their socio-economic status. Our mission is driven by Christian values of compassion, dignity, and service to humanity.

We are committed to:

Providing accessible and affordable healthcare
Maintaining the highest standards of medical care
Treating every patient with dignity and respect
Continuous professional development of our team
Community health education and prevention programs

Our Core Values

These values guide every decision and action we take at St Joseph's Mission Hospital:

Integrity

Team Spirit

Professionalism

Respect

Confidentiality

Prayer-centred

Compassion

Our Motto

Your Health, Our Concern

This motto encapsulates our commitment to placing patient welfare at the center of everything we do. Your health and wellbeing are our primary concern.

Our Charism

Sharing in The Healing Ministry of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Our charism defines the spiritual foundation of St Joseph's Mission Hospital and reflects our identity as a faith-based Catholic institution.

Sharing in The Healing Ministry of Our Lord Jesus Christ means that every patient encounter is guided by compassion, dignity, professional responsibility, and prayer-centred service.

This charism guides our: