Medics attending to patients during a free medical outreach at Katani Hospital in Machakos county on July 29, 2025./GEORGE OWITIMore than 1,000 patients received free treatment during a three-day medical outreach at Katani Hospital in Machakos County, held from July 27 to 29.
The medical camp, organised in partnership with Four Corners International—a U.S.-based NGO—and missionaries from Mt. Calvary Baptist Church in Lanham, Maryland, provided essential healthcare services to people from across Kenya.
Patients travelled from as far as Kisumu, Kakamega, Siaya, Homa Bay, Kajiado, Nairobi, and Kiambu, while many others came from nearby areas including Syokimau, Athi River, Kitengela, Mlolongo, and Katani.
Dr. Modesta Vesonder, CEO of Katani Hospital, said the outreach was driven by the need to help those who cannot afford medical care.
“There are many people who suffer silently because they can’t afford treatment,” she said. “This initiative was about reaching out to them.”
According to Dr. Vesonder, over 50 visitors from the United States took part in the outreach, working alongside local medical professionals to deliver specialised services. All treatments were offered at no cost.
“Everyone who came was treated,” she said. “We saw children, adults, and the elderly walk away with the care they needed.”
Patients were treated for a wide range of conditions including high blood pressure, diabetes, eye problems, fibroids, prostate cancer, cervical cancer, anemia, depression, and more.
Others received care for dental issues, ulcers, arthritis, heart and kidney diseases, STIs, and tuberculosis.
Dr. Vesonder noted a high number of cases involving eye problems, particularly among adults, along with many patients presenting with dental issues and chronic illnesses like hypertension and diabetes.
Several people were also diagnosed with conditions they didn’t previously know they had and were scheduled for follow-up care.
“We were able to screen and start treatment for many patients who didn’t even know they were sick,” she said. “Early detection can mean the difference between recovery and long-term complications.”
She encouraged Kenyans to go for regular check-ups, saying many diseases are easier to manage when discovered early.
“We are open 24/7. People can walk in for wellness checks. It could save lives.”
Pastor Burns of Four Corners International, who led the visiting team, said their mission was to support Katani Hospital with prayer, partnerships, and resources.
“We’ve prayed, planned, and prepared for this visit for a year,” he said. “This hospital is here for a reason. We believe God placed it here to serve this community.”
He praised Dr. Vesonder’s leadership and commitment to the community, calling the outreach a blessing for hundreds who received much-needed care.
Katani Hospital, a Level 4 private facility established in 2018, continues to position itself as a key healthcare provider in Athi River Sub-county.
