Kenya - Startup under 3 years old

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Medicatiahospital Eyecare delivers comprehensive and innovative eye care services in Narok, Kenya. In partnership with Medicatia Hospital, we enhance community vision health through accessible, sustainable, and high-quality care.

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

Established in October 2023 within Medicatia Hospital, Narok, Medicatiahospital Eyecare provides comprehensive eye care services, including examinations, treatments, surgeries, and community outreach through free eye screening camps. Our strategic partnership ensures quality care, with Medicatia Hospital providing space and retaining a percentage of revenue. This collaborative model sustains affordability and innovation, aligning with our mission to enhance Narok's quality of life through accessible, sustainable, and high-quality eye care. We're dedicated to expanding our impact and fostering excellence in patient care.

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

Medicatiahospital Eyecare, founded in 2023 in Narok, Kenya, offers comprehensive eye care services. It operates within Medicatia Hospital, with advanced equipment and a revenue-sharing model ensuring sustainability. Emphasizing community outreach with free eye screening camps, the clinic aims to provide accessible, sustainable, and high-quality eye care. Our mission is to improve the region's quality of life through innovation and expansion.

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

Our clinic offers comprehensive eye care, ensuring all aspects of eye health are addressed. We prioritize accessibility through community outreach and partnerships, making high-quality eye care available to all. Our collaborative approach with Medicatia Hospital ensures sustainability while delivering innovative and affordable solutions to our community.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

The eye clinic primarily targets the local community in Narok, Kenya, aiming to serve individuals of all ages who require comprehensive eye care services. This includes those seeking routine eye examinations, diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, surgical interventions, contact lens care, low vision care, and binocular vision care. Additionally, the clinic emphasizes outreach to underserved populations through free eye screening camps, ensuring that marginalized individuals also benefit from essential eye care.

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

01/10/2023

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Oui

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

0

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

As the sole owner of the eye clinic, I bring extensive expertise as an optometrist. With years of experience in the field, my skills include comprehensive eye care, diagnosis, and treatment. I am committed to providing high-quality services and driving the clinic's success.

01.10 Si vous avez un site web, une page sur les médias sociaux (Facebook, Instagram, Linkedin...) ou une application, veuillez fournir le(s) lien(s) ici :

https://www.facebook.com/MedicatiaHospitalEyeCare

01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Soins de santé (équipements et services de santé)

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

6

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our clinic significantly contributes to the UN’s SDG of No Poverty by providing affordable eye care services and community eye health education. We offer low-cost or free eye exams, treatments, and surgeries, ensuring that economically disadvantaged individuals have access to essential eye care. Through a sliding scale payment system, fees are adjusted based on financial situations, making eye care accessible to everyone. We also focus on community eye health education, teaching the importance of eye care and early detection of issues to prevent blindness. This education helps reduce long-term health costs and prevents vision loss that can severely impact productivity. By preventing blindness and maintaining good eye health, we ensure that individuals remain productive and can contribute economically, thereby breaking the cycle of poverty and fostering sustainable development.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

5

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our clinic supports the UN’s SDG of Zero Hunger through targeted nutritional counseling provided by a nutritional specialist during our community outreaches. We visit underserved areas to offer personalized nutritional advice, helping individuals and families understand the importance of balanced diets for maintaining good health. Our nutritional specialist educates community members on affordable and nutritious food choices, effective meal planning, and healthy eating habits. This guidance helps prevent malnutrition and promotes better overall health, thereby reducing hunger-related health issues. By empowering communities with knowledge and resources to improve their nutrition, we contribute to enhanced food security and support the global goal of ending hunger.

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our eye clinic supports the UN’s SDG of Good Health and Well-Being by offering comprehensive eye care and additional health services during our community outreaches. We conduct eye screenings to detect and treat vision problems early, ensuring healthy vision for all ages. Additionally, we check blood pressure and blood sugar levels to screen for hypertension and diabetes, conditions that can adversely affect eye health if left unmanaged. By providing these screenings, we help identify and manage these conditions early, preventing complications and promoting overall health. We also offer personalized nutritional counselling, educating community members on healthy eating habits that support general well-being and eye health. By integrating eye care with essential health screenings and nutritional guidance, our clinic promotes holistic health and well-being in the communities we serve.

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

5

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our eye clinic supports the UN’s SDG of Quality Education by ensuring that school-going children have the eye care they need to succeed academically. Occasionally we offer free comprehensive eye examinations to students, identifying and addressing vision problems that can hinder their learning. We conduct free community outreach programs in schools, providing on-site eye screenings and educating students and teachers about eye health. This proactive approach helps catch vision issues early, ensuring children can see clearly and participate fully in their education. Additionally, we make eyewear more accessible by selling frames and lenses at reduced prices for school children. By addressing vision-related barriers to learning, our clinic helps promote inclusive and equitable quality education and supports lifelong learning opportunities for all students.

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

4

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

4

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

4

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We use modern, energy-efficient medical equipment and lighting systems that consume less power, reducing our overall energy consumption. We implement eco-friendly practices such as digital record-keeping to minimize paper use and waste, and encourage recycling and proper disposal of medical supplies.

02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

4

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

By providing accessible healthcare services, including eye screenings and nutritional counselling, our clinic supports the health and well-being of community members. Healthy individuals are more productive, leading to increased economic output and growth.

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

4

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

5

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Our eye clinic reduces inequalities by providing affordable eye care services and conducting free community outreach programs. We ensure accessibility for all, including those with disabilities, and collaborate with local organizations to reach marginalized populations. Through education and awareness initiatives, we empower individuals with knowledge about eye health, striving for a more equitable society where everyone can access quality eye care.

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

4

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

4

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

4

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

4

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

4

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

4

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

4

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

7 = Tout à fait d'accord

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

5

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

3

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

6

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

5

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

6

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

3

06.08 Justification

The product/service offered by our eye clinic responds to a demand or need that has not been fully satisfied by existing eye care services. While there may be other clinics offering similar services, we recognize specific unmet needs within our community, such as accessibility issues, affordability concerns, or a lack of specialized care for certain eye conditions. Our clinic aims to fill these gaps by providing tailored and comprehensive eye care that prioritizes affordability, accessibility, and patient-centricity, ensuring that all individuals can receive the quality eye care they deserve.

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Our main potential competitors include established optical brands like Optica KK Optics and other 4 smaller optical shops in town. While these competitors primarily focus on selling spectacles, our eye clinic distinguishes itself by offering comprehensive eye care services. Unlike traditional optical shops, we have invested in state-of-the-art equipment and possess the necessary expertise to provide thorough eye examinations, diagnose various eye conditions, and offer tailored treatment plans. Additionally, we prioritize holistic eye care, addressing not only vision correction but also preventive measures and early detection of eye diseases. Our emphasis on patient education, personalized care, and accessible services further sets us apart. By combining quality eye care with a patient-centric approach, we aim to exceed expectations and become the preferred choice for individuals seeking comprehensive and reliable eye care solutions.

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?