St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor in Gulu has been recognized as the best-performing General Hospital in Uganda, according to the Ministry of Health’s Annual Health Sector Performance Report for the Financial Year 2025/2026.

The prestigious recognition celebrates the hospital’s outstanding performance in healthcare delivery, quality of services, patient safety and overall institutional performance. The award was officially received on behalf of the hospital by its Medical Director, Dr. Emintone Odong.
The achievement is a moment of great pride for the people of Northern Uganda and the wider Catholic community, whose commitment to serving humanity continues to make a lasting difference in the lives of many.
As one of the institutions supporting Lacor Hospital through the Uganda Catholic Medical Bureau (UCMB), Gulu Archdiocese joins the hospital community in celebrating this remarkable milestone. The recognition reflects the importance of collaboration among Catholic healthcare institutions, partners, donors and dedicated healthcare professionals in advancing the mission of providing quality and affordable healthcare to all.
Gulu Archdiocese congratulates the management and entire staff of St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor, as well as its partners and supporters, for this outstanding achievement. It is a testament to years of dedication, service and commitment to the dignity of human life.
Congratulations to St. Mary’s Hospital Lacor! May this achievement inspire even greater service to humanity.