Surgery
At the Department of Surgery, Mengo Hospital, we are committed to providing safe, high-quality, and compassionate surgical care.
Our skilled surgeons and dedicated staff ensure that every patient receives the best treatment tailored to their needs.
As Uganda’s oldest hospital with a rich legacy of healing, we continue to train the next generation of surgeons while providing safe, timely, and patient-centered surgical services.
About Us
The Department of Surgery at Mengo Hospital is a center of clinical excellence, combining modern surgical techniques with compassionate care that bears witness to Christ.
Our services range from general surgery to advanced subspecialties, backed by a dedicated team of highly skilled surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nurses.Our Focus Areas
- Excellence in Clinical Care – Delivering reliable, evidence-based surgical services.
- Education & Training – Equipping future surgeons with knowledge and hands-on experience. As a teaching hospital, we partner with universities and training institutions to provide practical learning, mentorship.
- Research & Innovation – Advancing surgical practice through continuous learning and discovery., and research. Our surgeons actively contribute to advancing surgical knowledge in Uganda and beyond
Core Services
- General & Laparoscopic Surgery
- Orthopedic & Trauma Surgery
- Urology
- Neurosurgery
- ENT, Head & Neck, Oral-maxillofacial Surgery
- Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Pediatric Surgery
- Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
- Surgical Oncology
Why Choose Us
- Over 125 years of medical excellence
- Skilled, compassionate and experienced surgical specialists
- Advanced operating theatres & modern technology
- Training hub for future surgical leaders
- Patient-first, compassionate Christ-centered care
Schedule
| Specialty | Days and Times |
|---|---|
| General surgery | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday 8am- 4pm |
| ENT surgery | Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday- 2pm |
| Neurosurgery | Monday-10 am and Saturday-10 am |
| Urology | Thursday- 3pm |
| Orthopaedics | Monday, Friday |
| Thoracic, Paediatric and Maxillofacial and Plastic surgery | By appointment |
| (Emergency surgical services are available 24/7) |
Contact: 0312307100
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