These clinics provide personalized care from a team of healthcare professionals and utilize the latest equipment and technology to help patients achieve the highest level of independence possible.
About the service
Why Us
Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics are a type of hospital that specializes in helping individuals with developmental disabilities or injuries. These clinics have a team of healthcare professionals who work together to create a personalized treatment plan for each patient.
Developmental disabilities can range from physical and cognitive impairments to speech and language disorders. Rehabilitation specialists help patients with these disabilities overcome the limitations that they face and work towards improving their quality of life. This is achieved through a combination of therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and behavioral therapy.
At a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic, patients undergo a comprehensive assessment to determine the extent of their disability and the best course of treatment. The team of healthcare professionals includes doctors, nurses, therapists, and other specialists who work together to provide personalized care. The clinic also utilizes state-of-the-art equipment and technology to aid in the treatment process.
The goal of a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic is to help patients achieve the highest level of independence possible. This may involve teaching patients new skills or adapting existing ones to work around their limitations. The clinic also provides support and education to family members and caregivers, ensuring that they are equipped with the tools and knowledge necessary to support their loved ones.
In addition to treating patients with developmental disabilities, Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics also provide rehabilitation services for individuals recovering from injuries. This may include physical therapy, occupational therapy, and speech therapy to help patients regain mobility, strength, and function.
In conclusion, Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics are an essential resource for individuals with developmental disabilities and those recovering from injuries. These clinics provide personalized care from a team of healthcare professionals and utilize the latest equipment and technology to help patients achieve the highest level of independence possible. Through a combination of therapies and support, Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics help patients overcome limitations and improve their quality of life.
Patient Resources
What types of patients do Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics treat?
Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics treat patients with a wide range of developmental disabilities, as well as individuals recovering from injuries.
What types of therapies do Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics offer?
Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics offer a variety of therapies, including physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and behavioral therapy. The specific therapies used will depend on the individual patient’s needs.
Do I need a referral to visit a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic?
Typically, a referral is required from a primary care physician or specialist in order to visit a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic. However, it’s best to check with the specific clinic to confirm their requirements.
What should I expect during my first visit to a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic?
During your first visit, you will undergo a comprehensive assessment to determine the extent of your disability or injury and the best course of treatment. This may involve physical exams, diagnostic tests, and interviews with healthcare professionals.
What is the goal of treatment at a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic?
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Will I be able to receive ongoing care at a Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinic?
Yes, ongoing care is typically offered at Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics. This may include regular appointments with healthcare professionals, as well as access to support and educational resources for patients and caregivers.
Are Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics covered by insurance?
In many cases, Development and Rehabilitation specialist clinics are covered by insurance. However, it’s important to check with your specific insurance provider or give us a call to confirm coverage and any associated costs.
What to Expect
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Admission & Eligibility
At Gertrude’s Hospital, a children’s facility, only patients who are below 18 years old are eligible for admission as inpatients. Admission is only based on a child’s medical needs at the time they are being admitted.
Once admitted, the patients are placed under the care of an appropriate and experienced private consultant.
Casualty
This admission follows the normal procedure whereby a patient comes to Gertrude’s Hospital as an outpatient case and the doctor feels that it will be in the best interest of the patient’s health to be admitted for further treatment and observation.
Satellite Clinics
This admission almost follows the normal procedure whereby a patient comes to Gertrude’s Hospital as an outpatient case. But in this case, the patients visits one of the Gertrude’s Hospital’s Satellite Clinics and the doctor from the clinic feels that it will be in the best interest of the patient’s health to be admitted for further treatment and observation.
The patient is referred to the satellite clinic and transport is organised to take the patient to Gertrude’s Main Hospital. A bed is prepared to make the admission smooth.
Emergency
This admission does not follow the normal procedure in an Emergency case and the patient is very serious and doctor feels that it will be in the best interest of the patient’s health to be admitted for further treatment and observation, the patient is admitted directly to the ward or ICU depending on the status of the patient.
Our branches
Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital
34 Muthaiga Road
0207206000, 0730645000, 0709529000
Lavington Medical Centre:
Othaya Road, Off Gitanga Road
0207206002, 0730645002, 0709529002
Donholm Medical Centre:
Manyanja Road, Off Doonholm Roundabout
0207206003, 0730645003, 709529003
Nairobi West Medical Centre:
T-Mall, 3rd Floor, Langata Road
0207206004, 0730645004, 0709529004
Pangani Medical Centre:
Juja Road, Next to Pangani Girls, Pangani Road
0207206005, 0730645005, 709529005
Embakasi Medical Centre:
North Airport Road, Next to City Cabanas
0207206006, 0730645006, 0709529006
Thika Medical Centre:
Zuhura Place, along Kenyatta Highway, Thika
0207206010, 0730645010, 0709529010
Buru Buru Medical Centre:
The Point Mall, Rabai Road
0207206012, 0730645012, 0709529012
TRM Medical Centre:
Thika Road Mall 2nd Floor, Thika Road
0207206013, 0730645013, 0709529013
Sarit Medical Centre:
Sarit Centre, 2nd Floor, Karuna Road, Westlands
0207206014, 0730645014, 0709529014
The Junction Mall Medical Centre:
The Junction Mall 4th Floor Ngong Road
0207206015, 0730645015, 0709529015
Komarock Medical Centre:
Mwangaza Road Komarock Phase II
0207206007, 0730645007, 0709529007
Kisumu Medical Centre:
Mito Jura Road, Off Jomo Kenyatta Highway, Kibuye
0709529017 | 0730645017
Meru Medical Centre:
Greenwood City Mall, 2nd Floor, Off Meru Embu Highway
0709529018 | 0730645018
Mombasa Medical Centre:
Links Plaza, 1st Floor, Links Road, Nyali
0207206011, 0730645011, 709529011
Syokimau Medical Centre:
Gateway Mall, 4th Floor, Mombasa Road
0207206016, 0730645016, 0709529016
Kitengela Medical Centre:
Kitengela Mall, 3rd Floor, Namaanga Road
0207206008, 0730645008, 0709529008
Rongai Medical Centre:
Maiyan Mall, 1st Floor, Rongai
0207206009, 0730645009, 0709529009
