The County Government of Uasin Gishu has partnered with AMPATH Population Health to roll out the Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Innovation Program, a move expected to revolutionize disease diagnosis and strengthen healthcare delivery across the county.

The initiative, unveiled during a meeting between county health officials and AMPATH Population Health representatives on Wednesday, is aligned with Governor Jonathan Bii's Nguzo Kumi development agenda, particularly the health pillar, which focuses on expanding access to affordable, quality, and people-centered healthcare services.

The POCUS Innovation Program will be implemented through the county’s Primary Health Care Network Hub-and-Spoke Model, targeting all Level 3 and Level 4 health facilities and selected Level 2 facilities. The program is designed to bring essential diagnostic services closer to residents, especially those in underserved communities.

Health officials said the innovation will significantly improve the early detection and management of maternal health complications, heart failure, breast conditions, pneumonia, and other illnesses. It is also expected to strengthen referral pathways and enhance digital health reporting systems for more efficient patient care.

Speaking during the engagement, Acting Chief Officer for Preventive and Promotive Health Services, Billy Lubanga, described the initiative as a major boost to the county’s preventive healthcare strategy.

“This program supports our commitment to strengthening healthcare at the grassroots level by improving disease prevention, promoting early diagnosis, and ensuring timely medical intervention,” said Dr. Lubanga.

Chief Officer for Clinical Services, Ambrose Tarus, noted that the partnership will equip healthcare workers with modern diagnostic tools and skills, enabling them to make informed clinical decisions and improve patient outcomes.

“Timely diagnosis is critical in delivering quality healthcare and advancing our universal health coverage goals,” Tarus said.

Representing AMPATH Population Health, Hussein Elias said the POCUS Innovation Program is designed to empower frontline healthcare workers with practical ultrasound skills that support accurate diagnosis, informed treatment decisions, and appropriate referrals.

“By integrating point-of-care ultrasound into primary healthcare services, we are bringing critical diagnostic capabilities closer to communities and improving access to quality care,” Elias said.

Beyond diagnostics, the program will focus on capacity building through continuous training, mentorship, and quality improvement initiatives to ensure sustainable implementation and long-term integration into the county’s healthcare system.

The meeting was also attended by Director of Medical Services Evans Kiprotich, Director of Preventive and Promotive Health Services Laban Kiprop, other county health officials, and representatives from AMPATH Population Health.

With the introduction of POCUS technology, Uasin Gishu is positioning itself at the forefront of healthcare innovation, a move expected to improve early disease detection, reduce delays in treatment, and ultimately enhance health outcomes for thousands of residents across the county.