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The Department of Surgery congratulates Prof. Ferdinand Wanjala Nan’gole on his appointment as Chairperson of the Board of Management at Wamalwa Kijana Teaching and Referral Hospital.

Prof. Nan’gole is a senior plastic and reconstructive surgeon in the Department of Surgery and currently serves as the Thematic Unit Head of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. Under his leadership, the unit has continued to strengthen specialized services in plastic and reconstructive surgery, including microsurgery and wound care.

The Department of Surgery (Orthopaedics) from the University of Nairobi, in collaboration with the Cottolengo Society, conducted community health services at Tuuru Children’s Home on 16th and 17th March 2026 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The University team was led by Dr. Gakuya, an orthopaedic surgeon, alongside a team of medical personnel and students who provided assessment, treatment, and health education to the children and surrounding community.

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The Thematic Unit of Neurosurgery recently had the honor of hosting Prof. Samuel Kaba during a visit aimed at fostering collaboration and sharing best practices in specialized medical care.

A dynamic Neuroscience Career Event brought together leading minds and emerging scholars in the field, fostering rich dialogue on the future of neuroscience research and practice. The event was organized by the International Brain Research Organization (IBRO) in conjunction with Ubongo and the East African Journal of Neurological Sciences.

The Department of Surgery at University of Nairobi, in collaboration with the Hear Kenya Initiative and the Baker Institute for Children with Hearing Loss, successfully hosted a lecture focused on advancing newborn hearing screening in Kenya.

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The Department of Surgery is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Nyaim Opot as Chairman of the Department for a three-year term, effective September 2025. He succeeds Professor Ojuka, who has been elected Dean Faculty of Health Sciences.

Prof. Daniel K Ojuka was elected Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences on August 27, 2025. He has been serving as Chair of the Department of Surgery since December 2024

A respected general surgeon and academic leader, Prof. Ojuka has made significant contributions to surgical education and research. His vision and dedication will now benefit the entire faculty as he takes on this new role.

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In the photo, the Chair of the Department of Surgery Prof D.Ojuka, the Program Director Dr.Nyaim Opot and the MMED Chief Registrars of all Surgery thematic units stand proudly. Dressed in professional attire and others in smart casual wear—they reflect the diversity and dedication within the surgical training program.  Standing side by side, their expressions a mix of pride and camaraderie. At the back, the Chair of the Department and the Program Director stand , smiling warmly, symbolizing leadership and unity. The background hints at an academic setting.

On May 27th-30th 2025,The University of Nairobi Orthopedic Surgery residents attended the 10th Annual Surgical Management and Reconstructive training (SMART)course at the Muhimbili orthopedic Institute in Dar-Es-Salaam,Tanzania.
The course focused on treatment of soft tissue and bone trauma as well as soft tissue reconstruction, consisting of theoretical lectures, practical sessions and cadaveric practice.
International and local faculty from the Institute of Global Orthopedics and Traumatology and The Muhimbili orthopedic institute were in attendance.