Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital is set to commission a Philips Incisive 160‑slice computed tomography (CT) scanner in the coming days, expanding its radiology department’s capacity for detailed medical imaging.

The new system incorporates artificial‑intelligence tools that automate patient positioning, correct motion during cardiac scans and provide real‑time needle tracking for image‑guided procedures, aiming to improve workflow efficiency and diagnostic confidence.

Philips reports that its OnPlan workflow can cut time to results by up to 19 percent, while 84 percent of surveyed users noted higher patient satisfaction and 91 percent observed greater consistency between operators.

The scanner also features dose‑management and image‑quality technologies designed to optimise radiation exposure, though actual doses vary with scan protocol, patient characteristics and clinical application.

A 10‑year replacement guarantee for the vMRC X‑ray tube, marketed as the Tube for Life guarantee, provides long‑term assurance on a key component, subject to Philips’ terms and conditions.

Hospital CEO Dr Frederick Obwanda said the installation is part of ongoing efforts to modernise diagnostic infrastructure and improve access to quality healthcare for Nairobi and surrounding residents.

He added that the scanner will enable clinicians to obtain detailed images for a wide range of conditions, supporting treatment decisions and enhancing patient care.

The expanded radiology capacity is expected to benefit multiple specialties, including brain, chest, abdominal and vascular imaging, depending on the examination required.

The commissioning marks another step in the hospital’s broader push to upgrade medical equipment and improve the quality and accessibility of public healthcare services in Nairobi.