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Zawya
11-05-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Kenya Launches Kidney Transplant Services at Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) with Two Successful Surgeries
The Kenya University Teaching, Referral and Research Hospital (KUTRRH) successfully performed its first two kidney transplant surgeries on 7th and 8th May 2025. Both recipients and donors are recovering well post-surgery. The official launch of the kidney transplant services was marked by a press briefing led by the Principal Secretary for Medical Services, Dr. Ouma Oluga today, who commended the KUTRRH team for the milestone. He was joined by the Acting CEO, Ms. Zeinab Gura, and Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Senator Kembi Gitura. Over the past three years, KUTRRH has been working to establish a renal transplant centre. This has included training staff at Apollo Hospital in India, acquiring specialized equipment, and building collaborative partnerships. The surgeries were carried out in partnership with a team of kidney specialists from Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH), who will continue to provide mentorship as the hospital builds internal capacity. One donor-recipient pair is already prepared for the next transplant, and eight additional pairs are undergoing evaluation at the transplant clinic. The surgeries were supported through the Social Health Authority (SHA), reducing the financial burden on patients and enhancing access to specialized kidney care in line with the country's Universal Health Coverage goals. This development positions KUTRRH as a growing centre for renal care services in Kenya. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Kenya.
Zawya
29-04-2025
- Health
- Zawya
Kenya: Health Principal Secretary (PS) Dr. Ouma Oluga Commends Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital's (MTRH) Role in Advancing Universal Health Coverage
Principal Secretary for Medical Services at the Ministry of Health, Dr. Ouma Oluga, made his inaugural visit to Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) on 28th April 2025 to assess service delivery and progress towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). During the visit, Dr. Oluga commended MTRH for its leadership in providing specialized healthcare services, training, and research. He noted that the hospital treats over 1.5 million patients annually, performs more than 60,000 surgeries, and conducts over 2 million laboratory tests, positioning it among the most important health institutions in the country. Touring key facilities including the Radiotherapy Centre, Renal Centre, Catheterisation Laboratory (Cathlab), and specialized MRI services, Dr. Oluga praised the hospital's efforts to expand access to advanced medical care within the region. He lauded MTRH's partnerships with international institutions in North America and Europe, which continue to strengthen its clinical and research capacities. Dr. Oluga also highlighted the hospital's successful integration of the Social Health Authority (SHA) model, which has improved insurance processing and patient access to care. Emphasizing the Ministry's focus on strengthening healthcare delivery, Dr. Oluga called for enhanced collaboration between referral hospitals and county health facilities. He noted that reducing patient congestion at MTRH requires building capacity in county hospitals to manage non-critical cases locally. 'There are three critical pillars in the health sector: restoring public trust, upholding integrity, and delivering quality services,' said Dr. Oluga. 'Every health worker must understand their role in delivering efficient and dignified care.' The Principal Secretary was received by MTRH Chief Executive Officer Dr. Philip Kirwa, Board Members, and senior management. He was accompanied by Mr. Douglas Bosire, Acting CEO of the National Syndemic Diseases Control Council, and Ms. Agnes Tuiyot, representing the Chief Executive Officer of the Social Health Authority. MTRH serves patients from 27 counties in Western Kenya, supporting a population of over 25 million people. Dr. Oluga affirmed the Ministry's commitment to supporting institutions like MTRH in delivering on the government's healthcare agenda. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Ministry of Health, Kenya.
