HISTORY

St. Mary’s Hospital was established in 2001 in the vibrant town of Eldoret, Kenya with a vision to provide quality and affordable healthcare to the community. health access and services, especially in underserved areas.Starting as a modest outpatient clinic, St. Mary’s has grown steadily over the years to become one of the region’s most trusted healthcare institutions.Through the dedication of its staff and the continued support of the community, the hospital has expanded both its facilities and the range of services offered.

Founder

The Founder Bishop Joseph Brendan Houlihan.

Background

The hospital was founded by Bishop Joseph Brendan Houlihan.
Bishop Houlihan was born in Ballinranning Ireland, on September 25, 1911 and educated at several Irish Colleges including St. Patrick’s College at Kiltegan. He was among the first group of students to join the newly founded Missionary Society of St.Patrick in 1932.After his ordination in 1937, Fr. Houlihan was sent to Calabar, Nigeria,where he did his missionary work until 1943. About eleven years later, in 1954, he was appointed by Pope Pius XII to administer the new Prefecture Apostolic of Eldoret, Kenya.Six years later, he was appointed as the bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Eldoret by Pope John XXIII and consecrated bishop on November 20, 1960. He is the founder of ASE,he was a visionary with a deep commitment to improving public health access and services, especially in underserved areas.

CHARISM

St. Mary’s Hospital remains a cornerstone of healthcare in Eldoret and beyond, upholding its mission of “Compassionate Care, Modern Medicine.” Guided by its founding principles and continued innovation, the hospital continues to grow in both capability and reputation.

SPIRITUALITY

We believe in Holistic Healing,recognizing that treating serious illnesses involves more than medicine.Emotional and spiritual resilience matter.
Our spirituality is not about one religion, but about helping people find meaning, peace, and support during suffering.

Our Devotions

“As a Catholic hospital, we are devoted to serving the sick and vulnerable, guided by the healing mission of Jesus Christ.”

Compassionate Care

Devotional Readings for hope

Meditation for peace

Morning Prays for strength

Patient-Centered Service

Medical Ethics and Integrity

Our Core Values

Compassion:

“We treat every patient with warmth,
understanding,and respect for their
emotional and physical needs.”

Accountability:

“We are answerable for the care
we provide and the trust placed in us.”

Safety:

“We adhere strictly to protocols
that protect all who enter our facility.”

Respect:

“We respect patients'
cultural beliefs, privacy, and choices.”