{"id":17571,"date":"2026-05-28T15:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-28T12:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/?p=17571"},"modified":"2026-05-29T08:11:24","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T05:11:24","slug":"governor-biis-health-agenda-transforms-surgical-services-at-ziwa-sub-county-hospital","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/index.php\/governor-biis-health-agenda-transforms-surgical-services-at-ziwa-sub-county-hospital","title":{"rendered":"GOVERNOR BII\u2019S HEALTH AGENDA TRANSFORMS SURGICAL SERVICES AT ZIWA SUB-COUNTY HOSPITAL"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">County Chief Officer for Clinical Services Ambrose Tarus has highlighted significant progress in theatre services at Ziwa Sub-County Hospital, terming it a major achievement under Governor Jonathan Bii\u2019s Nguzo Kumi manifesto, particularly the second pillar, which prioritizes quality and accessible healthcare services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Speaking during a visit to the facility, Tarus said the county government continues to invest heavily in healthcare infrastructure, medical equipment, and human resource development to ensure residents receive efficient and affordable treatment closer to their homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">He noted that the improved theatre services at Ziwa Sub-County Hospital have enhanced access to surgical care, reduced referrals to distant facilities, and strengthened emergency response within the sub-county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe health pillar under Governor Jonathan Bii\u2019s Nguzo Kumi manifesto seeks to ensure that every resident has access to quality, timely, and people-centered healthcare services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The strengthening of theatre services at Ziwa Sub-County Hospital is a clear demonstration of this commitment,\u201d said Tarus.<br>The Chief Officer further commended healthcare workers at the facility for their dedication and professionalism in delivering quality healthcare services to residents.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" data-id=\"17575\" src=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-28-at-20.59.02-1024x683.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17575\" srcset=\"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-28-at-20.59.02-1024x683.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/WhatsApp-Image-2026-05-28-at-20.59.02-300x200.jpeg 300w, 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wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>During the visit, Tarus also engaged hospital management and staff on strategies aimed at improving service delivery, enhancing patient experience, and ensuring efficient operations at the facility.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On his part, Clinical Services Deputy Director Crisspus Massam reiterated that the County Government of Uasin Gishu remains committed to transforming the health sector through strategic investments aligned with Governor Jonathan Bii\u2019s Nguzo Kumi development agenda, which is aimed at improving the well-being of residents across the county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Clinical Services Chief Officer also inspected the ongoing construction works at Ziwa Level V Hospital, where he expressed satisfaction with the progress made, noting that the project will significantly enhance healthcare service delivery and expand access to 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