The architecture of the Medical Centre
The Dr. Gnipieven Tekombo Medical Center took shape on the grounds of the Dr. Gnipieven Tekombo Medical Center Foundation in the quiet Bikok district — just 25 minutes from the heart of Yaoundé. Construction began in July and marked a major milestone in bringing advanced healthcare closer to the community.
Thoughtfully Designed for Accessibility
The facility was built as a single-story clinic with a basement, purposefully designed to meet modern healthcare standards. A lowered area at the main entrance, combined with a centrally located barrier-free staircase, ensured easy accessibility for all visitors and patients.
Ground Floor Facilities
The ground floor will host a wide range of essential medical services and support spaces, including:
Reception (i-Point) and Waiting Room
Microbiology Laboratory
Pharmacy
Pediatrics Department
Patient Rooms & General Medicine Inpatient Ward
Delivery Rooms and Neonatal Ward
Treatment Rooms for Outpatient Care (including neurology and psychiatry)
Outpatient Operating Room
Laundry Facility
First Floor Facilities
Upstairs, the first floor is designed to house advanced diagnostic and specialized care areas:
Scanner Room and MRI Room
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Laboratories
Gynecology and Mammography
X-ray Services
Additional Patient Rooms & Treatment Rooms
Administrative Spaces (secretarial and office areas)
Sustainable and Bright by Design
Taking advantage of Cameroon’s sunny climate, the building’s 120 m² roof terrace will feature a photovoltaic system to support sustainable energy use. High windows throughout the facility will maximize natural daylight, creating a bright and welcoming environment for both patients and staff.
