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Perioperative and Surgical Care

From surgical planning to recovery and follow-up, our surgical, anaesthesia, and perioperative specialists deliver coordinated care with patient safety, precision, and dedicated recovery support.

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What kind of care do you need?

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What tests or scans do you need?

Vision Testing

Physical Examination

Imaging

Urine tests

Ultrasound

Real-time scanning used to examine organs, soft tissues, blood flow, and pregnancy-related care.

CT Scan

Detailed imaging used to assess injuries, infections, internal bleeding, and complex medical conditions.

Blood Tests

Common blood tests used to assess your general health and identify abnormalities.

Clinical Evaluation and Testing

Clinical assessments and diagnostic testing used to help identify conditions, monitor symptoms, and guide treatment decisions.

Biopsy

Endoscopy

Hearing Tests (Audiology)

MRI

Advanced scanning that provides detailed views of soft tissues, joints, the brain, spine, and internal organs.

Neurological Examination

Functional assessment

X-ray

Quick imaging used to assess bones, chest conditions, injuries, and joint problems.

Cardiac Imaging

Imaging used to assess heart structure, blood flow, and overall heart function.

Patient Monitoring Systems

Continuous monitoring systems used to track vital signs and patient stability.

Laboratory testing

Blood Gas Analysis

Testing used to measure oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in critically ill patients.

How can we support your recovery?

Recovery Exercise Guidance

Personalised exercise support to aid safe recovery and conditioning.

Recovery Follow-Up Support

Follow-up guidance during home-based recovery.

Postoperative Rehabilitation

Physical recovery support after surgery or procedures.

Symptom Management

Recovery And Adjustment Support

Support during recovery, lifestyle adjustments, and long-term care transitions.

Hormonal Assessment and Management

Guidance on screening and treatments

Lifestyle Nutrition Guidance

Support for healthier everyday nutrition and lifestyle choices.

Nutritional Assessment

Assessment of nutritional status, dietary habits, and health needs.

Audiology Services

Speech and Language Therapy

Pain management

Support for short-term pain related to injury, illness, or procedures.

Postoperative Nutritional Support

Nutritional support to assist healing and recovery after surgery.

Physiotherapy

Cardiac Rehabilitation

Structured rehabilitation support following cardiac treatment or events.

Pain monitoring and adjustment

Ongoing review and adjustment of pain management plans.

Recovery monitoring

Monitoring of recovery progress and response to treatment.

Specialist Referral Coordination

Coordination of referrals between specialists and care teams.

Respiratory care and monitoring

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Our specialists

Meet the specialists coordinating your care.

Dr. Joseph Ssemanda, MBChB, MMed

Elective and emergency surgical care

General Surgery General Paediatrics

Dr. Joseph Ssemanda performs a wide range of surgical procedures and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to support recovery and long-term outcomes.

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Dr. Grace Namusoke

Child health and wellbeing

Cardiothoracic Surgery Cardiology

Dr. Grace Namusoke provides specialist care for infants, children, and adolescents, supporting healthy development through every stage of childhood.

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Dr. Michael Kato

Cardiovascular assessment and ongoing cardiac care

Cardiology Cardiothoracic Surgery

Dr. Michael Kato focuses on the diagnosis and management of heart conditions, helping patients maintain cardiovascular health through structured treatment and monitoring.

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Dr. Nankya Joan

for cardiac testing, specialist review, and referral pathways where needed, care is structured to support heart function

General Surgery Cardiology

You receive coordinated cardiac care that combines assessment, imaging, treatment planning, and long-term monitoring within one system. This allows heart muscle conditions to be identified early and managed consistently over time. With access to cardiac testing, specialist review, and referral pathways where needed, care is structured to support heart function and improve long-term cardiovascular wellbeing.

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Care approach

How your care works overtime.

1

Preventive Care

  • Preoperative assessment
  • Surgical risk assessment
  • Patient optimisation before procedures
  • Lifestyle and recovery guidance
  • Anaesthesia safety planning
2

Intervention

  • Major surgical procedures
  • Minimally invasive procedures
  • Emergency surgical procedures
  • Day and ambulatory procedures
  • Anaesthesia and sedation services
  • Pain management interventions
3

Treatment

  • Surgical treatment planning
  • Intraoperative monitoring and support
  • Postoperative recovery management
  • Acute and chronic pain management
  • Recovery and rehabilitation support
  • Follow-up and wound care management
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Patient stories
After my care at Nakasero Hospital, I received exceptional follow-up care that helped me regain my strength. The team treated me like family from the very first consultation.
Annet Nakamatte
Patient · Dr. Nankya Joan
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