Rev. Fr. Anthony Nyeko serves as the Chairperson of the Pastoral, Social, and Ethical Committee at St. Joseph’s Hospital Kitgum, a role that integrates spiritual care, ethical guidance, and social responsibility within the hospital’s mission of holistic Catholic health care.
With deep pastoral experience and a commitment to upholding human dignity, Fr. Nyeko leads the committee in supporting patients, families, and healthcare teams through complex ethical decisions—particularly in areas involving end-of-life care, informed consent, and patient rights. He fosters compassionate dialogue that respects cultural values, spiritual beliefs, and professional ethics.
In this leadership capacity, he works closely with hospital administration to review and shape institutional policies from a moral and faith-based perspective. He also champions ongoing ethics education and pastoral training for staff, ensuring that St. Joseph’s remains a place of healing that honors both medical excellence and moral integrity.
Fr. Nyeko also serves as a key link between the hospital and local faith communities, strengthening the pastoral support system available to patients and promoting a culture of empathy, respect, and accountability within the hospital.