SPEAKER PROFILES:

Ms Joyce Awuor
B.A. (Sociology & Psychology), BSc. (Human Nutrition & Dietetics), Pg. (Pediatric Nutrition)
Joyce Awuor Joyce is a Consultant Dietitian and has recently been awarded the prestigious AfriGlo Women’s Choice Award for The Nutritionist of the Year 2024.

Ms. Joyce previously worked at The Aga Khan University Hospital and Coptic Hospital and currently serves as a Consultant Dietitian at Waridi Children’s Medical Centre and Mirazi Healthcare. Additionally, Ms. Joyce holds a lecturer position (Dep. of Human Nutrition & Dietetics) at the Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) in Karen Campus. She is also the CEO and Founder of Diet Select, an organization dedicated to providing expert dietary and nutritional guidance. Diet Select can be accessed across all social media platforms, where Ms. Joyce and her team share videos and insights on various diet and nutrition topics.

Her expertise has been widely recognized in various health segments in mainstream media, where she has been featured in numerous health interviews and as a speaker at several scientific conferences, where she contributes to advancing knowledge in the field of dietetics and nutrition.

With a strong passion for disseminating scientific information on healthy eating, Ms. Joyce is committed to enhancing public awareness and promoting healthy food choices and practices for overall well-being.

Dr Gladwell Kiarie
Gladwell Kiarie graduated with MBChB (Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery) degrees from The University of Nairobi and went head to receive her post-graduate degree in Internal Medicine from the same institution. After receiving her undergraduate degrees, she did her internship at the Kenyatta National Hospital before proceeding to pursue her fellowship in Medical Oncology in London, England.

After sub-specialization in Medical Oncology, she returned to Kenya where she was one of the founding members of the Oncology Unit at the Aga Khan University Hospital and was also part of the team that set up the first Kenyatta National Hospital Tumor Board in 2007 that involved multiple personnel from surgical and medical departments.

She then joined the University of Nairobi in the Clinical Medicine Department as a Senior Lecturer. Soon afterwards, she enrolled in a PhD program with the Bart’s Cancer Institute under the supervision of Professor John Gribben. She recently received Fellowship to the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh (FRCPE).

Dr Kiarie currently runs a private practice at The Nairobi Hospital and also reviews patients at other leading hospitals in Nairobi and Nakuru including The Aga Khan University Hospital, MP Shah Hospital, and Avenue Hospital. She also serves in the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board since her appointment in 2015 to the Regulatory Department of the Board.

She is a member of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO) where she also served as the treasurer in 2004 and is also a full member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) as well as European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO).

She continues to be an advocate for early diagnosis of cancer and is greatly involved in programs that focus on providing easy access to basic screening services to the under privileged including setting up oncology services at the county level. In recognition of this, she won the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) in 2014 for screening in poor settings.

Mr Josphat Nthae Nzusyo (Moderator)
Josphat Nthae Nzusyo is a goal-oriented, assertive, and dedicated healthcare professional with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Eastern Africa, Baraton. He is a SIOP-trained Pediatric Oncology Nursing Trainer (2023 Tanzania Cohort), trained in Childhood palliative care by KEHPCA and a passionate advocate for childhood cancer patients.

Currently serving as a nurse team leader and researcher in the Pediatric Hematology Oncology unit at Kenyatta National Hospital, He is on a mission to save lives and provide holistic care to young cancer warriors. He actively engages in improving pediatric oncology nursing care, education, and training. His dedication to continuous learning ensures he remains at the forefront of pediatric oncology, consistently implementing best practices and innovative care strategies.

Josphat’s leadership and commitment to excellence have led him to spearhead several quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing the quality of care for childhood cancer patients. His work not only focuses on clinical outcomes but also emphasizes the importance of compassionate, patient-centered care. As a trained professional in childhood palliative care, he integrates this crucial aspect into his practice, ensuring comprehensive support for patients and their families throughout their cancer journey.

In addition to his clinical and research roles, He is a respected trainer and mentor, inspiring fellow healthcare professionals to excel in delivering exceptional care. His involvement in continuous education and training programs helps equip nurses with the skills and knowledge needed to tackle the challenges of pediatric oncology nursing hence improving the lives of childhood cancer patients.