Mary Jahmby Koikai (Fyah Mummah) visited the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and had an opportunity to speak with the ObsGyn residents in October 2023 before her demise this year 2024.
Jahmby Koikai was a reggae MC and an endometriosis advocate.
Rest in Peace Jahmby
Gynaecological cancer is a major contributor to cancer mortality among women in Kenya. Kenya therefore needs more skilled professionals to create awareness, provide preventive and curative medical services to address gynaecological cancer.
Dear UoN Staff and Students,
The 77th World Health Assembly (WHA) is being held in Geneva, Switzerland from 27th May to 1st June 2024. The FIGO President - Prof. Beatrice Anne Kihara is giving a keynote address at the WHA, a side event on reducing maternal mortalities, on 28th May 2024.
At the Student Recognition Ceremony, 610 students were recognised for their continued exemplary performance in various categories amongst them were Dr. Margaret Kilonzo, Dr. Millicent Masinde and Dr. David Ruiru. The ceremony was held yesterday at Taifa Hall, Main Campus, University of Nairobi on 3rd May 2024. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology congratulates them.
The guest speaker for this April month's wellness forum was Prof. Isaac M. Macharia
Prof. Isaac Muthure Macharia is an Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgeon with expertise in children and adult ENT Surgery, Hearing Impairment, Paediatric otolaryngology, Head and neck surgery, Rhinology, and Allergy treatments.
He is a member of the Kenya Surgical Society, European Academy of Allergy and Clinical Immunology New York Academy of Sciences, European Society of Rhinology, Kenya Ear, Nose and Throat Society & Kenya Medical Association.
Join Us for the UoN, KNH, NESA Second Live Surgical Workshop
You're cordially invited to the Second Live Surgical Workshop, hosted by the esteemed Professor Omondi Ogutu, a distinguished Obstetrician and Gynecologist, and Professor at the University of Nairobi, Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
In a significant development aimed at revolutionizing healthcare in Trans Nzoia County, the University of Nairobi (UoN) and the County government have entered into a pioneering collaborative agreement. Signed by Prof. Kiama Gitahi, Vice Chancellor of UoN, and George Natambeya, Governor of Trans Nzoia County, this partnership is poised to bolster health service delivery and achieve transformative health outcomes for the region. Saturday, March 23, 2024.
The Board of Fellowship examinations in Gynaecological Oncology led by the chief examiner - Prof. Eunice Cheserem (Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department - UoN), Dr. Innocent Maranga - KNH, Prof. Rose Kosgei - UoN, and Dr. Alfred Mokomba - KNH on 28th February 2024.
The 48th KOGS Annual Scientific Congress commenced with a welcoming speech from KOGS President - Dr. Kireki Omanwa, and looking on was Dr. Owende, KESES Chairperson, today, 12th February 2024 at Sarova Whitesands Hotel, Mombasa County. KOGS President was engaging with participants as Dr. Nassir raised valid points/concerns on the continuity of skills training to facilitate advancement in the performance of surgical procedures.
Kenya Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society (KOGS)
