Our Charity – Galileemedicare

At GCGH, we are proud to go beyond providing exceptional medical care within our hospital walls. We believe in extending our services and expertise to the broader community through our dedicated charity initiative. Through our charity programs, we aim to bridge gaps in healthcare services, reaching individuals who may face barriers to quality care. We strive to make a positive impact by addressing the unique healthcare needs of our communities and promoting overall well-being. Our dedicated team of healthcare professionals, volunteers, and supporters work hand-in-hand to provide vital medical services, screenings, and preventive care to underserved populations. We actively collaborate with local organizations, community leaders, and partners to identify the most pressing healthcare challenges and develop targeted solutions. By engaging in our charity initiative, you can join us in making a difference. Whether through financial contributions, volunteering your time and expertise, or spreading awareness, your support allows us to expand our reach and impact more lives. Together, we can create a healthier and more equitable future for all members of our community.

During her 28 years carreer

During her 28 years carreer, Ms Ingeborg Horjus watched patients at Meppel hospital Nederland’s leave her lab focusing on the "Ow! That Hurts!" experience. Ms Horjus felt she needed to find a way to change that last memory of the lab, and turn the "OW!" into a "Wow!" In her journey as a volunteer to Uganda at Galilee Community General Hospital, she shared her 28 years’ experience to create a "Wow Laboratory" featuring new CBC machine for the support of the community and other tools including stafftraining during her voluntary work in Uganda.

Ms Ingeborg Horjus is a medical lab expert

Ms Ingeborg Horjus is a medical lab expert with a passion for improving patients' phlebotomy experiences. Throughout her 28 year career, she has seen countless patients leave the laboratory concentrating on their recent "ow" experience. Ms Horjus arrival in Uganda was motivated to change the impression from "ow" to "WOW!" and created a space in our new boratory, complete with new tools used by staff to delight patients. This new experience was dubbed to be considered a best practice.