By Patriot Corps
Patients in the Teso sub-region can now access specialized eye care without traveling to distant cities like Tororo or Kampala. Clinison Medical Centre in Soroti City has launched a new Eye Clinic, providing much-needed services to the community. The clinic was officially opened on May 30, 2025, in Owalei, Opuyo, Soroti East Division.
The launch event drew dignitaries, including cultural leaders, government officials, health professionals, and international guests. Dr. Jane Agwaru, CEO of Clinison Medical Centre, noted that the need for an eye clinic became apparent after a temporary eye camp treated over 600 patients in just three days.
“The need for an eye clinic became apparent after our temporary eye camp treated over 600 patients in just three days. This overwhelming response pointed to the urgent demand for localized eye care,” Dr. Agwaru said.
The clinic aims to bridge the gap in specialized eye care, with plans to expand its capabilities to offer cataract and trauma surgeries within two years. HRH Papa Paul Jones Eganda, President of the Ateker International Development Organisation (AIDO), expressed support for Clinison’s vision of becoming a regional healthcare centre of excellence.
“Improving patient experience and ensuring emotional wellbeing are essential components of quality healthcare delivery,” Eganda emphasized. “The Eye Clinic is a transformative opportunity for the people of Teso and a model for community-based development through health.”
The Eye Clinic is expected to improve health outcomes, reduce patient referrals, and enhance early detection and treatment of common eye conditions. Clinison Medical Centre, founded in October 2023, has rapidly earned a reputation as one of the region’s leading private health facilities, providing general medical care, paediatrics, maternity services, and more.
“We are committed to affordable, accessible, and quality healthcare delivery. The Eye Clinic is a direct response to the needs expressed by the population,” said Ocen Christopher, Public Relations Officer at Clinison Medical Centre.