Specialist and diagnostic services
Everyone in Africa should have healthcare they can trust. Finding the right health service for you is often difficult to reach (financially or geographically), inadequate, or leaves you disappointed with the experience. We build on this trust through accessible and high-quality medical care with the best patient experience.
Our General physician is available at Kimathi Street (CBD) branch on:
Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 10 am - 6 pm.
Saturdays: 9 am - 1 pm
Services provided include:
- Pregnancy (antenatal) care
- Well Baby & Well Child Care
- Adolescent Medicine
- Women’s and Men’s Health
- Behavioral Health Services
- Elderly Care
Annual Physical Exams
Surprises happen in life and health. We may not completely avoid them but we can reduce the risks of sudden or long-term illnesses. We encourage annual physical exams that are tailored to your personal and family medical history. These visits offer an
opportunity to avoid firefighting and take charge of your status, health or sickness.
- Medical review of past or current illnesses.
- Appropriate screening exams, tests and procedures for illnesses you’re at risk of.
- Immunization updates or boosters.
- Answers or education to any health questions you may have.
- Treatment for any new or ongoing medical issue.
Men’s Health
Men have particular medical needs that occasionally get overlooked when they shouldn’t. These can be complications from illnesses that affect men differently as they change from young adults to middle-aged and beyond. Our specialist clinic provides a
private and comfortable environment for men to maintain a healthy lifestyle and for early treatment of any commonly overlooked issues.
- Medical review of past and current illnesses
- Screening for:
- Cancers (e.g. colon, testicular or prostate cancers).
- Male sexual dysfunction.
- Sexually transmitted infections (STI).
- Metabolic diseases (e.g. heart disease, diabetes).
- Treatment for any new or ongoing medical issue.
- Discussions on maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
- Telemedicine services and follow-up.
Women’s Health
Women experience unique changes and disruptions from when they are young girls to their later years. From before puberty to menopause, it is not only important to prepare women for these changes but also to maintain comfort and treat abnormalities early.
Our specialist clinic provides a comfortable place for women of all ages and conditions.
- Screening for:
- Cancers (e.g. breast and cervical)
- Bone disorders common to women like weak bones (osteopenia) or arthritis ○ Sexually transmitted infections (STI)
- Mood disorders
- Pregnancy care (antenatal)
- Gynaecological services
- Family planning services
- Menopausal transition care
- Telemedicine consultation and follow-up
Paediatric Care
Taking care of a child can feel like a “full-time job”. Having someone to help, like with healthcare planning, reduces the sometimes overwhelming weight of providing optimal growth and development for your young ones. Our friendly specialist clinic is a comprehensive care setting for you child that also provides continuous and follow-up care through our telemedicine service as they grow.
- Well-baby and well-child care
- Sick child care
- Vaccinations
- Screening for:
- Developmental disorders
- Familial disorders
- Sports or play injury treatment
- School entry or sports participation medical exams.
Immunizations
Immunizations have provided humanity with the greatest protection against certain infections and severe complications. They have reduced disruptions and inconveniences for the general public but also extended the lives of many high-risk groups (like young children, the elderly or
those with compromised immunity). Our specialist clinic provides a personal guide in reviewing your risk status and updating your immunization status.
- KEPI vaccines
- COVID-19 vaccines
- Telemedicine follow-up on boosters or management of side effects.
STI care
For those who are sexually active, it is not only important to protect yourself against infection, but also to avoid complications of untreated disease and protect others. We enable this through screening for diseases, treating them as early as possible and educating you on sexual health. Providing a discrete and open-minded healthcare service is as important to us as the services themselves.
- Screening and treatment for:
- HPV
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhoea
- Syphilis
- Hepatitis B and C
- HIV
- Telemedicine follow-up
- Tips, tricks and recommendations for risk reduction
Chronic Care
Many go through life with long-term illnesses but have different experiences. The best experiences are those whose lives are extended with the care that prevents complications and improves your function. Our specialist clinic achieves this by understanding your health preferences and tailoring the care to give you the best possible quality of life.
- Diagnosis and treatment for:
- High blood pressure, heart disease
- Diabetes
- Lung disorders (e.g Asthma)
- Stomach and bowel disorders (e.g. ulcers, irritable bowel, constipation) ○ HIV care
- Bone, muscle and joint disorders (e.g. arthritis, gout)
- Medication review, adjustments and refills
- Tips, tricks and recommendations to avoid complications
- Telemedicine follow-up
Occupation, sports & school physicals
Whether it’s for fun or related to professional work, physical activity has shown to provide numerous benefits. Employees, workers sportspeople and students need to be in the optimal physical state to be productive. Even with an ongoing medical condition, a personalized risk and functional assessment can be provided to help modify how you get involved in these activities. Our specialist clinic has providers competent and certified to review your medical status, do appropriate tests and provide any recommendations (or clearances) needed.
- Employment or admission physical exams and assessments
- Medical reports
- Screenings
Smoking cessation
Quitting smoking can be hard for many people. This is despite knowing the many health benefits and cost savings involved. More importantly, smoking becomes an inconvenience in places you’d like to go that restrict it and reduce quality time with friends and loved ones who you’d like to protect. There are many ways to reduce the urge to smoke but personalized options would work better. Our specialist clinic offers guides that fit your needs and supports you throughout your quitting journey.
- Medications for smoking cessation
- Behavioural therapy
- Telemedicine support
Joint Injections
Staying physically active not only has benefits for cardiovascular health but also is good for your bones and joints. Joint pains hamper the day-to-day functioning, keeping away many from work, school and activities they love. Joint injections of steroids and numbing medication (local anaesthetics) are first-line in-office procedures that significantly reduce pain and inflammation.
After a review of your conditions and are deemed an appropriate candidate, our doctors will offer injections to allow you to go on with an active life.
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People living with overweight or obesity have an increased risk for conditions such as heart disease, diabetes, arthritis, sleep disorders, sexual dysfunction and more. Weight reduction can significantly cut down these risks. Personalized approaches to weight loss seem to be the most consistent and effective strategies to achieve your goals. Our specialist clinic will not only provide a comprehensive assessment but will also guide and support you through the option that suits you.
- Comprehensive medical review
- Behavioural therapy
- Medications for weight-loss
- Telemedicine support
- Referral for appropriate surgical treatments
In-Office X-Ray & 3D Ultrasounds
If you’re ill, injured, or have symptoms of chronic disease, the skilled team at Penda Health Kimathi Street branch, offers a convenient diagnostic solution. We provide in-office X-rays and 3D ultrasounds to diagnose your condition and effectively treat it, saving you time and the hassle of making a separate appointment for these tests.
“I believe that people should have a life doing the things they love with minimal interruption. Good health is a significant factor in either achieving this or not. Healthcare should be easily accessible, personalized, and anticipate your needs. This is what led me to become a family doctor. My practice focuses on people and families who want a convenient, proactive, and comprehensive health plan or follow up under one roof.”
— ~Dr Logan Rabuogi (Family Physician)