Residents of Mathioya Sub County are set to benefit from faster and more efficient medical services after the Murang’a County Government launched a pilot digital healthcare programme at Kiriani dispensary.
According to the County Coordinator of the Telemedicine Programme Dr. Wendy Githu, the devolved unit, in partnership with Goldmann Systems, a technology company based in Slovakia, has introduced an advanced telemedicine spoke equipped with a real-time triage system, aimed at improving patient care and easing access to quality treatment.
Hosting a team from Goldmann systems on Monday at the dispensary, Dr. Githu noted that the new system uses smart medical devices to collect important patient information instantly.
Among the equipment installed at the dispensary are a spirometer for lung function tests, an ECG monitor for heart checks, a thermometer, a blood pressure machine and a glucometer for blood sugar monitoring.
She explained that once the tests are carried out, all readings are automatically uploaded to a mobile application and central servers, allowing clinicians to review patient records immediately, receive alerts in real time and make faster and more accurate medical decisions.
The health expert noted that the innovation is expected to reduce delays in diagnosis and treatment, especially in rural areas, where access to specialised healthcare services can sometimes be a challenge.
For patients visiting Kiriani Dispensary, the system promises shorter waiting times and quicker referrals where necessary.
Doctors and nurses can now monitor a patient’s condition more efficiently, helping improve the overall quality of care.
Dr. Githu added that the project goes beyond the walls of the health facility, as the same digital platform can be used to monitor patients from their homes.
She said the home monitoring model will help healthcare workers track chronic illnesses, detect complications early and intervene before conditions worsen.
The coordinator described the programme as a major milestone in the use of technology to strengthen healthcare delivery in Murang’a County.
She noted that embracing digital solutions is key to ensuring residents receive affordable, accessible and reliable medical services regardless of where they live.
The partnership with Goldmann Systems is also expected to create opportunities for innovation and knowledge exchange within the county’s health sector.
If successful, the pilot programme at Kiriani dispensary could be rolled out to other health centres across Murang’a, bringing smart healthcare services closer to more communities.
By Bernard Munyao
