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JOOTRH Gears Up for Kidney Transplants, Marking a Milestone in Regional Healthcare.
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JOOTRH Gears Up for Kidney Transplants, Marking a Milestone in Regional Healthcare.

By Ogega Ondari. Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) is making significant strides towards offering kidney transplants, a move that promises to revolutionize kidney treatment in the region. This development was highlighted during the hospital’s commemoration of World Kidney Day, where calls for early kidney disease detection were also emphasized. Currently, JOOTRH’s renal...

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JOOTRH Anesthesiologists to Benefit from New Training Program

By Ogega Ondari. Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching & Referral Hospital (JOOTRH) has partnered with McGaw Medical Centre of Northwestern University to provide advanced training for its resident anesthesiologists. The year-long anesthesiology program will cover the full spectrum of anesthesia, including not only surgical procedures but also crucial soft skills like patient well-being. JOOTRH CEO Dr....

18 years of pain ended.
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18 years of pain ended.

story by Sherine Atieno and Photos by Ogega Ondari. Photos and details shared with the informed consent of sources quoted.                                                                       ...

A New Dawn for a 38-year-old man After a Life-Changing Spine Surgery
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A New Dawn for a 38-year-old man After a Life-Changing Spine Surgery

story by Sherine Atieno and photos by Ogega Ondari. For Francis Muema, 38 years old, from Makueni County, life was a balancing act between pain and perseverance. As a construction worker, every day meant lifting heavy loads, moving materials, and enduring harsh working conditions. For over a decade, he endured devastating effects of spine injury...

JOOTRH Wellness Centre: A Hub of Transformation and Talent Beyond Therapy
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JOOTRH Wellness Centre: A Hub of Transformation and Talent Beyond Therapy

Story By Sherine Atieno and Photos by Ogega Ondari. Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital’s (JOOTRH) Wellness Centre provides a safe space for individuals recovering from drug and substance use, proving that recovery goes beyond medication. In a session held at the hospital’s main boardroom, clients showcased impressive talents and income-generating activities that help...