BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//KESHO - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:KESHO X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://kesho-kenya.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for KESHO REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Africa/Nairobi BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0300 TZOFFSETTO:+0300 TZNAME:EAT DTSTART:20220101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240725T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240725T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240829T083615Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T144125Z UID:9940-1721934000-1721939400@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Management of Esophageal Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSPEAKER PROFILES:\nDr Primus Ocieng\nPrimus Ochieng is the Programme Director of MMed Radiation Oncology training at the University of Nairobi. He is both a lecturer and a consultant clinical oncologist at Kenyatta National Hospital. \nHe has keen interest in Head and neck\, prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Ochieng is committed to ensure the program produce well qualified oncologists who will make a difference in cancer treatment in the region. To achieve this\, he is keen in collaborating with various centers in the developed world in areas of training\, research and skill development. \nDr Omondi Ogude\nOmondi Ogude is a medical oncologist serving as a director of the Sandton Oncology Medical Group and practices at the Sandton Oncology Centre. Dr. Ogude received his medical degree in 2005 from the University of the Witwatersrand. He subsequently completed his Internal Medicine specialisation in 2011 and a medical oncology fellowship in 2014 at the same institution. \nDr. Ogude specialises in Lung\, Breast\, Gastrointestinal\, and Gynecological malignancies and is actively involved in research. He serves as a principal investigator and sub-investigator on multiple trials. He also chairs and sits on various multidisciplinary forums in Johannesburg and advisory boards locally and internationally. \nHe is dedicated to advocacy work in oncology\, serving as a director and board member of Campaigning For Cancer and The Johnson Rose Cancer Foundation\, both non-profit organisations that promote better cancer care and awareness in South Africa. \nHe is an active member of the South African Oncology Consortium\, European Society of Medical Oncology\, and American Society of Clinical Oncology. \nDr Cathy Samo \nCathy Samo is a general pathologist at Coast General Teaching & Referral Hospital. Her main areas of interest include anatomic pathology\, hematopathology and forensic pathology. \nDr Noordin Bashir (Moderator)\nNoordin Bashir Somo is a consultant Clinical Oncologist working at Defense Forces Memorial Hospital\, Nairobi.He  has a Master’s degree in Clinical Oncology and Nuclear Medicine from Alexandria University\, Egypt. \nHe is a member of Kenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, American Society of Clinical Oncologist (ASCO) and the European Society of Medical Oncologists (ESMO). \nHis areas of interest include breast cancer\, lung cancer\, gastrointestinal cancers\, CNS\, gynecological and genitourinary cancers.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/management-of-esophageal-cancer/ LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)\, Kenya CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Management-of-Esophageal-Cancer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240719T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240719T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240704T133810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250622T144125Z UID:9886-1721415600-1721421000@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Meet the Expert Dinner DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nEXPERT PROFILES:\nProfessor David Carbone\nDavid Carbone is Professor of Internal Medicine\, Director of the James Thoracic Oncology Center at the OSUMC and holds the Barbara J. Bonner Chair in Lung Research. He graduated summa cum laude from Amherst College in 1977 and received an MD and PhD in Molecular Biology and Genetics at Johns Hopkins University in 1985. He then did an Internal Medicine internship and residency at Johns Hopkins Hospital through 1988 followed by a Medical Oncology fellowship \nat the National Cancer Institute in Bethesda\, MD. At Vanderbilt he was Professor of Medicine\, Cell Biology\, and Cancer Biology\, and Director of the Thoracic/Head and Neck Cancer Program\, Director and Principal Investigator of the Vanderbilt Specialized Program of Research Excellence (SPORE) in Lung Cancer for 11 years and PI of the Strategic Partnering to Evaluate Cancer Signatures (SPECS) in Lung Cancer UO1 consortium. He was recruited to The Ohio State University in 2012 to direct the James Thoracic Oncology Center. \nHis research interests\, grant support and publications have been focused on lung cancer\, and specifically lung cancer genetics\, cancer immunotherapy\, tumor-associated immunosuppression mechanisms. He has over 300+ peer-reviewed publications\, books and review articles\, has served on several NCI grant review panels\, including the clinical program project parent committee\, \nand has continuous NCI funding since early in his career. He has served on the Board of Scientific Counselors for the NCI and as Chair of the Lung Biology subcommittee for the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group. His a Past President of the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) and currently co-chair of the NCI/CTEP Thoracic Malignancy Steering Committee. \nDr Manel Haj Mansour\nManel Haj is a Consultant Medical Oncologist and Section Head of Medical Oncology at Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. She is also the current Fellowship Program Director in The Department of Hematology Oncology. \nShe graduated from the University Tunis\, and undertook her Core Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology training the most prestigious University Hospitals in Tunisia where she received her certificate of completion in 2017. She has also received part of training at the Gustave Roussy Institute of cancer treatment in Paris\, France. \nShe has previously worked as consultant medical oncologist and lecturer at Abdurrahman Mami University Hospital\, Tunisia and at a leading health care facility in Nairobi.\nDr Haj is passionate about increasing cancer awareness and promoting screening and early detection. She has also a special interest in precision oncology and clinical research and is currently investigator in several clinical trials in the Cancer Research Unit at Aga Khan University Hospital. \nShe is a member of American (ASCO)\, European (ESMO) \,Tunisian and Kenyan societies of medical oncology ((STOM  and KESHO). \nDr Allan Njau\nAllan Njau is an Assistant Professor in the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Aga Khan University Hospital. He holds a bachelor’s degree in medicine and surgery from the University of Nairobi (2008)\, Master of medicine in Anatomic Pathology from the Aga Khan University (2016) and a fellowship in Molecular Pathology from Augusta University\, GA\, USA (2020). His interests are in the fields of precision medicine\, molecular assays especially for oncology and has a vibrant research agenda in the areas of lung cancer\, pathology informatics\, endometrial carcinoma\, extrapulmonary tuberculosis\, Covid-19\, gastric cancer and Helicobacter pylori infections. \nDr Njau is dynamic at adopting and developing molecular testing programs and is a proponent of building local capacity for precision medicine oncology. He is a member of the Association for Molecular Pathology and American Association of Cancer Research. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/988401622 “][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/meet-the-expert-dinner/ LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)\, Kenya CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Symposia and Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Lung-Cancer-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240718T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240718T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240704T120114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T182937Z UID:9859-1721329200-1721334600@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Osteogenic Sarcoma DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSPEAKER PROFILES:\nDr Angela McLigeyo\nAngela McLigeyo is a licensed Physician and Medical Oncologist practicing in Kenya. She has a Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi\, a M.Sc. in Clinical Oncology from Ulm University (Germany)\, and a Fellowship in Medical Oncology from the University of Nairobi. In addition\, she obtained a 5-year board certification in Medical Oncology from ESMO in 2019. She has over 17 years of experiences in hospital and clinical settings. \nShe is a member of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). She is also a fellow of the East\, Central and Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nHer core skills are in clinical decision making in internal medicine and oncology\, conducting trainings\, streamlining medical education and conducting research as well as participation in the development of treatment guidelines and protocols. \nDr McLigeyo currently provides comprehensive oncology healthcare at both public and private health facilities\, conducts research in oncology and internal medicine when opportunities arise\, and is engaged in teaching internal medicine and oncology at the Kenyatta University. She has authored several research articles in peer reviewed journals and presented abstracts at several conferences. \nProfessor Parmenas Oroko\nParmenas Kibagendi Oroko is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon and Clinical Associate Professor at Aga Khan University Hospital Nairobi. He is also the current chairman of the Kenya Orthopaedic Association. He holds an impressive array of qualifications including MBChB\, M.Med (Surgery)\, FRCS (Ed)\, FRCSEd (Tr & Orth)\, and FRCS Eng (Tr & Orth). Specializing in lower limb arthroplasty\, pelvic and acetabular reconstruction\, as well as knee and shoulder arthroscopic surgery\, Prof. Oroko has established himself as a leading expert in his field. \nProf Oroko’s professional journey began in 1986 as a tutorial fellow at the University of Nairobi. His dedication to orthopaedics took him to the UK where he trained and worked as a consultant orthopaedic surgeon\, specializing in lower limb arthroplasty. Upon returning to Kenya in 2011\, he continued his practice and introduced advanced surgical techniques at Aga Khan University Hospital. \nHe is heavily involved in training and mentoring residents\, aiming to improve orthopaedic practice in the region. Prof Oroko’s academic contributions include extensive teaching at the University of Nairobi and Aga Khan University\, supervision of dissertation research\, and numerous publications in peer-reviewed journals. \nAdditionally\, Prof Oroko has played significant roles in administrative capacities\, including leading the expansion of orthopaedic services and contributing to reorganization efforts within the Lanarkshire Health Board in the UK. His research focuses on orthopaedic trauma and arthroplasty\, with his work presented at various local and international conferences. \nProf Oroko’s vision is to develop a center of excellence in orthopaedics in East Africa\, providing top-quality services and training future specialists in the region. \nDr Rogers Mongare (Moderator)\nRogers Mongare is a Clinical and Radiation Oncologist at the Cancer Treatment Centre\, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) with special interest in Head & Neck\, GIT\, Sarcomas\, Urological\, Breast and Gynaecological malignancies. He conducts clinical practice and clinical teaching at the largest referral hospital in the region. \nHe is an honorary lecturer in Radiation Oncology at the Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Medicine\, University of Nairobi. He is an active participant at the KNH multidisciplinary tumour boards working closely with other specialists in patient care. He is keen on research\, evidence based medicine and passionate on ways of improving treatment outcomes in patients using systemic and radiation treatments. He is an astute specialist oncologist who enjoys the technicalities of planning treatment\, using advanced and conventional radiation techniques with computers to deliver treatment. He participates in the technical working groups responsible for developing institutional and national radiotherapy protocols. Besides\, he never misses his weekend cross country runs. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/986680651″]\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/osteogenic-sarcoma/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Symposia and Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Osteogenic-Sarcoma.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240711T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240711T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240606T084036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T182527Z UID:9792-1720724400-1720729800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Prostate Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/982788827″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/prostate-cancer-3/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Symposia and Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240622T070000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240622T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240606T083949Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T191227Z UID:9790-1719039600-1719088200@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:EA Oncology Summit DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/970162437″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/ea-oncology-summit/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Conferences,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Symposia and Workshops END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240613T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240613T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240606T083849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T181046Z UID:9788-1718305200-1718310600@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Head and Neck Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SPEAKER PROFILES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Dr Njoki Njiraini\nNjoki Njiraini is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist based at the Kenyatta National Hospital. \nShe has been key in instituting multidisciplinary meetings\, problem oriented research in the department\, and streamlining patient care within the oncology clinics in the public and private sector. \nDr Njiraini holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi\, a Master’s Degree in Radiation Oncology from the University of Cape Town\, is a Fellow of the College of Radiation Oncology (FCRO) South Africa and a graduate of the Harvard POETIC Fellowship programme. \nDr Muhammad Suhail Anwar \nMuhammad Suhail Anwar is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre and Adjunct Assistant Professor in Medical Oncology at Al Faisal University in Riyadh\, Saudi Arabia. He holds several prestigious qualifications\, including FRCR and MRCP from renowned institutions in the UK and Ireland. Dr. Anwar has been actively involved in the medical field since obtaining his MBBS degree in 1989. \nThroughout his career\, Dr. Anwar has been dedicated to research and education\, mentoring fellows\, residents\, and medical students. He has authored numerous publications and presented his work at various national and international conferences. Dr. Anwar’s research interests include breast and gynecological cancers\, and he has been involved in several clinical trials.\nHe is a member of the several professional bodies:\n•              Classification and Registration with Saudi Health Council (SCFHS)\n•              Member of the Royal College of Physicians (UK)\n•              Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists (UK)\n•              Member of the Royal College of Physicians (IRELAND)\n•              Former Member British Gynaecological Cancer Society (UK) \nDr Primus Ochieng (Moderator)\nPrimus Ochieng is the Programme Director of MMed Radiation Oncology training at the University of Nairobi. He is both a lecturer and a consultant clinical oncologist at Kenyatta National Hospital. \nHe has keen interest in Head and neck\, prostate cancer treatment. Dr. Ochieng is committed to ensure the program produce well qualified oncologists who will make a difference in cancer treatment in the region. To achieve this\, he is keen in collaborating with various centers in the developed world in areas of training\, research and skill development. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/957950625 “][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/head-and-neck-cancer-4/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Conferences,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Symposia and Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Head-and-Neck-Cancer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240606T070000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240606T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240606T083750Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T192457Z UID:9786-1717657200-1717705800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Survivorship/Palliative Care DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dr Zipporah Ali \nZipporah Ali is a Palliative Care Physician and a Public Health Specialist and is the currently an independent consultant.  She serves on the boards of Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association (KEHPCA) and the African Palliative Care Association (APCA). She is the recent past chair of the NCD Alliance Kenya (NCDAK) and the past Vice President of Africa Organization for Research & Training in Cancer (AORTIC) East Africa. \nDr Ali was the Executive Director of Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association (KEHPCA)\, a position she held for 14 years before she retired in 2021. She also worked in the first hospice in Kenya-Nairobi Hospice as the Senior Medical Officer for over 14 years before she left to set up KEHPCA. In her retirement\, she continues to be involved in advocacy and creating awareness on NCDS including cancer. She has received a number of awards for her work in palliative care nationally\, regionally and globally. These include: \n\nEuropean Association for Palliative Care (EAPC) Palliative Care Leadership Award 2023\nDoctor of Law Honoris Causa-University of Dundee (2018) in recognition for her work in palliative care regionally and globally\nInternational Humanitarian Award-Women4Africa (2018)\nSocial Impact Award for the Sub-Saharan Africa region-British Council (2018)\nHonorary Doctor of the University by Oxford Brookes University (2012)\nIndividual Advocacy Award by the African Palliative Care Association and Open Society Foundations (2013\n\nDr Joyfrida Chepchumba\nJoyfrida Chepchumba is a pharmacist working with the Ministry of Health\, Kenya for over 10 years in the public health system. She holds a Master’s degree in Health Economics and Policy and a Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy both from the University of Nairobi. She is currently the Program Officer in charge of Treatment\, Palliative Care\, and Survivorship Pillar at the National Cancer Control Program. She coordinates all activities pertaining to cancer treatment\, including partnering with health experts in both public and private sector to develop policies and guidelines to inform best practice in cancer treatment. She has coordinated development of several health policies related to cancer management including the first Kenyan Palliative Care Policy\, the National Radiotherapy protocols and Rehabilitation guidelines for children with cancer. She also oversees the M-saratani mobile platform\, an e-learning platform which hosts content on early diagnosis of cancer targeting primary healthcare workers in the country. \nShe has submitted abstracts to different local and international conferences including the World Cancer Congress (2022)\, Kenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (2022)\, Oncology Nurses Chapter (2022) PSK (2015). \nShe is passionate about collaborations in developing robust heath systems to improve the quality of life for patients in the oncology space. \nDr Deborah Omeddo\nDeborah Omeddo is a Paediatric Haematologist and Oncologist working in Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital. \nShe holds a Master’s in Paediatrics and Child Health from the University of Nairobi. She did her fellowship training at Makerere University. \nDr Omeddo strives to provide quality health services to children living with cancer and blood diseases. Her vision is that all children in Kenya will have access to quality healthcare services regardless of location and socio-economic status. \nDr Pavanraj Chana\nPavanraj Singh Chana is a Kenyan board-certified Medical Officer. His aspirations for pursuing medicine started as a childhood/paediatric cancer survivor treated for advanced head and neck embryonal rhabdomyosarcoma. Despite collateral damage and several drawbacks\, he completed his schooling in Nairobi\, obtained his medical degree in 2021 at Moi University in Eldoret and completed his medical internship in PCEA Kikuyu Mission Hospital. He has been keen to advance in clinical care\, education and research since he was a medical student by working with the International Cancer Institute\, and with the Aga Khan University Hospital Clinical Research Unit as a Medical Officer. Within and beyond these capacities\, he has been involved in a number of activities including compiling education material\, conducting education sessions\, developing audio-visual publications\, leading support groups\, engaging in screening and clinical work\, contributing to multi-disciplinary research work and been part of several clinical trial programs. He has also been supporting the Secretariat and Chairperson/President in administrative/coordinating tasks and the development of the East Central & Southern Africa College of Oncologists (ECSACO). \nDr. Chana distinguished himself early as a Medical Student and Doctor. He has presented Research work at several Conferences and is active in several Community Outreach activities. As an international and local executive member of the Beyond Sciences Initiative (BSI)\, he has helped initiate and implement a mentorship program for vulnearable populations including street youth and refugees\, developed drug adherence programs\, delivered health education and motivational talks in various forums. He has also been focused on developing evidence-based innovative solutions to medical challenges. He is ambitious to use these qualities in his aspirations to pursue residency in Internal Medicine and a fellowship in Medical Oncology and Hematology to eventually serve populations in sub-Saharan Africa. \nMs Benda Kithaka (Moderator)\nBenda Kithaka is a Health Advocacy & Behaviour Change Communications Specialist\, with over 20 years’ experience in communications\, research\, and health advocacy. \nShe is the founder of KILELE Health Association\, a Kenyan non-profit organization located in Nairobi\, with a mandate to operate in the country’s 47 Counties. \nKILELE Health specializes in empowering people living with chronic conditions (cancer and other NCDs) and their caregivers to use their lived experiences as advocacy tools for disease prevention\, stigma reduction and improvement of quality of life beyond the diagnosis.  The organization is committed to engaging members and other stakeholders in improving the understanding of quality of life issues. Current programmes focus on advocacy\, behaviour change communications\, capacity building\, and exchange of best practice\, research\, and resourcing. This is achieved through promotion of physical activity\, mental wellness\, financial wellness and pursuit of optimal health; as tools for the attainment of wellbeing. \nBenda sits on various global\, regional and local Technical Working Groups in an advocacy and advisory role. She co-chairs the AORTIC Advocacy Special Interest Group regionally in Africa\, and in Kenya is Co-Chair of the STOP Cervical Cancer technical working group. She is also a Trainer\, Facilitator and Public Speaker in advocacy for Women’s Health. Previously she served on the Board of Women4Cancer for nine years\, a Kenyan NGO she co-founded in 2012\, whose Vision is a Cervical Cancer Free Kenya. \nShe has received various awards including the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) Distinguished Advocacy Award 2019\, the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) award to participate as the civil society voice in the Regional Consultation on the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in the African Region (May 2019). She is also the Cancer Ambassador of the Year 2016 in Kenya. \nAn alumni of the AORTIC Master Cancer Advocacy Trainer Programme in 2013\, her advocacy work includes writing the WHO Regional Office for Africa Advocacy for Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control in Africa Facilitator Manual in 2015 – 2017\, and Master Training of Expert Trainers of Trainers from 10 WHO AFRO Countries in use of the toolkit in Africa (2017). \nTo complement her advocacy with systems strengthening\, she undertook an Executive Diploma in Leading High Performing Healthcare Organisations Program (LeHHO) at the Strathmore Business School: Institute of Healthcare Management in Kenya (2016). In 2020\, she was also trained as a MOTH Story Teller\, a skill she is using to inspire others to tell their stories in advocacy\, acting as a catalyst for change. \nUnder the KILELE Challenge\, Benda summited Mt. Kenya Climb with Cancer Survivors in September 2020\, to highlight cancer survivorship challenges and advocate for post treatment empowerment of women cancer survivors across Sub-Sahara Africa. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/834531312″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/survivorship-palliative-care/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Conferences,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Symposia and Workshops ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Survivor-cancer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240523T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240523T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240508T112955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T185038Z UID:9678-1716490800-1716496200@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Melanoma DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SPEAKER PROFILES:[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Professor Nicholas Othieno-Abinya \nNicholas Anthony Othieno-Abinya is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at the Nairobi Hospital Cancer Centre. He was formerly Professor of Medicine at the University of Nairobi\, Kenya\, where he was the director of Medical Oncology Fellowship Program and also the head of Haematology/Oncology at the University of Nairobi and Kenyatta National Hospital\, Nairobi. In 2009 and 2010 he was Head of Oncology at Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. \nHe holds a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine of the University of Nairobi\, completed fellowship in Medical Oncology at the Royal London Hospital (University of London) in 1992\, and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. \nHis research interests are in malignant haematology and breast cancer\, in which he has published widely in peer-reviewed journals. He also has keen interest in molecular oncology. He has also authored a text book titled Drug Treatment of Haematologic Neoplasms. He has also co-authored cancer booklets\, and has written chapters in several books. His latest book titled ‘Shadow in Perpetuity’ by Lambert Publishers was released in December 2019. \nDr. Othieno-Abinya is a member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)\, and served in its International Affairs Committee from 2010-2012; Africa Organization for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC)\, having been Vice Chair for Eastern Africa and was a long time member of Council; and European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). He founded Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, of which he was the first Chair\, and is still its Patron. His outstanding academic achievements were profiled in the University of Nairobi magazine\,’ Varsity Focus’ of September 2017. \nHe has received several awards and honours\, including the Kenya Breast Health Programme Award in appreciation of contribution to success of the Breast Cancer Survivors’ Conference on 11-14 July 2003; Kenya Breast Health Programme Award in recognition for outstanding contribution to the care of women with breast cancer in Kenya; Best Oral Presentation by Established Scientist Award\, 2ND KASH Conference\, Kenya Medical Research Institute\, Nairobi;  2018 Harvard Global Health Catalyst: Distinguished African Ambassador Award. \nDr Kenedy Ondede\nKenedy Ondede is a Consultant Hepatobiliopancreatic/Laparoscopic Surgeon at Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH). He is the Chief Medical Specialist at KNH. \nHis special interests include: \n\nSurgical gastroenterology\nChampion in Liver/Bariatric and Reflux surgery\n\nHe is a member of various professional membership bodies including SSK\, GSK\, HSK\, EAHPBA/IHPBA and WAALS. \nDr Ondede was awarded the Order of the Grand Warrior (OGW) for Champion Innovative Surgery 2023. \nDr Sze Wai Chan\nSze Wai Chan is a medical oncologist in private practice at Sandton Oncology\, Johannesburg\, South Africa. \nShe is the director of clinical research at Sandton Oncology and is involved as principal and sub-investigator in local and international clinical trials.  She is a member of ASCO\, ESMO\, IASLC and is an EXCO member of SASMO since 2022.  She is the vice president of the Melanoma Society South Africa (MSSA).  Her main interests are lung cancer\, melanoma\, head and neck cancer and urogenital cancer.  She has authored or co-authored in peer-reviewed journals and has presented abstracts locally and abroad. She also serves on both local and international Advisory Boards.  She was trained professionally at the University of Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg\, and she was involved previously with the Wits HREC (Human Research Ethics Committee).  She is a co-organizer in the recent SASMO/SASCETS congress (Cape Town)\, 4-7 April 2024\, and the skin cancer symposium (Cape Town)\, 1-2 March 2024. \nDr Esther Gathura (Moderator)\nDr Esther Wangui Gathura is a Senior Instructor and Consultant in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon\, based at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi. Her main areas of interest are in Skin Cancer Management\, Burns and Hand Surgery. She also conducts Breast Reconstruction\, Lower Limb Reconstruction and Aesthetic Surgery. \nShe attained her undergraduate qualification in Medicine (MBBS) from the University of London\, St Georges Medical School in 2008 where she qualified with multiple Merit Awards\, along with an Intercalated BSc degree in Anatomy.  Dr Gathura completed foundation medical training in the the London Deanery at the Guys and St Thomas’ Hospital following which she embarked on Core Surgical Training Yorkshire and Humber Deanery in the UK where she was first exposed to Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at the Leeds General Infirmary. She gained the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons qualification in 2011. Following this she then successfully applied for the competitive National Training Programme in Plastic Surgery and was placed in the East of England Deanery where she rotated in various internationally renowned Plastic Surgery Centres in the region and was exposed to various disciplines\, including Skin Cancer Management\, Head and Neck Cancer Reconstruction\, Breast Reconstruction\, Hand Surgery Burn Care and Aesthetic Surgery and Microsurgery. During this period\, she also completed a Master of Science with Merit in Burn Care. Dr Gathura gained her Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery qualification (FRCS Plast) in 2020 and was awarded a Certificate of Completion of Training in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (CCT) in 2022. Following training completion\, she embarked on a Fellowship post in Paediatric Plastic Surgery at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London. She is currently registered the General Medical Council (GMC) UK\, Specialist Register as a Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. \nDr Gathura always aimed to practice plastic surgery in Kenya form the outset\, and hence kept the range of her clinical experience broad and relevant to her setting.  Upon relocation back to Kenya\, she underwent a rigorous Peer review process and was subsequently registered with the Kenyan Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC) and attained Specialist Recognition in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery with the KMPDC in 2023. \nDr Gathura is also widely published and has carried out multiple regional and international presentations. She is currently a member of the Education Committee of the Kenya Plastics Reconstructive and Aesthetics Surgeons (KSPRAS) and sits on the Oncology Committee within the Surgical Society of Kenya SSK. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/949670180 “][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/melanoma/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Melanoma.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240516T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240516T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240508T112911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T183916Z UID:9676-1715886000-1715891400@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Colorectal Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_btn title=”Register Now” color=”danger” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fkesho-kenya.us2.list-manage.com%2Ftrack%2Fclick%3Fu%3Df8752eadb3a99a7b5733928d6%26id%3D1a8361e4e4%26e%3Dc11fc54911″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=”Speaker profiles” tab_id=”1715681960636-c9b066e7-5256″][vc_column_text]Dr Helena Musau\nHelena Musau is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist working at Kenyatta University Teaching Research and Referral Hospital. She is also an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Nairobi\, Radiation Oncology program. \nDr. Musau is a Member of various Ministry of Health technical working groups aimed at improving access to cancer care in Kenya\, and the current Secretary of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO). \nDr Musau has worked in both the private and public sectors as well as managed oncology and palliative care projects at various levels over the last 13 years. \nDr Andrew Odhiambo\nAndrew Odhiambo is a Consultant Physician/Medical Oncologist & Program Director/Lecturer (Medical Oncology Fellowship Program) at the University of Nairobi. Dr. Andrew holds a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi. He has attended preceptorship training in Haematological Oncology & Infectious Diseases from the University of Maryland Marleen & Stewart Greenbaum Cancer Centre in the United States. He later did his Fellowship in Medical Oncology in the United Kingdom and was certified by the Federation of Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom as well as the Association of Cancer Physicians and the European Society for Medical Oncology. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh as well as the East\, Central & Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nDr Andrew is the outgoing Secretary & former Treasurer of Kenya Society of Haematology & Oncology (KESHO). He is a member of KAP\, ASCO\, ESMO\, AORTIC & ECSACOP. Dr. Andrew serves as an expert advisor for local and international bodies i.e. MOH\, Kenya Cancer Prevention TWG\, ASCO & NCCN Cancer Treatment Guidelines Committees. He has published several articles on cancer in both international and local peer reviewed scientific journals. \nDr. Andrew was awarded the prestigious Business Daily Africa Top 40 under 40 men in the year 2017. He is passionate about cancer education and awareness especially through digital platforms. He has over 50 appearances in mainstream local and international TV and print media promoting cancer awareness. \nHis key areas of sub specialization and interest include Colon cancer\, Stomach cancer\, Breast Cancer\, Pancreatic\, Liver & Bile Duct cancer\, Cancer or Unknown Primary\, Lymphoma as well as newer treatments i.e. Immunotherapy & Targeted therapy for Colon\, Skin\, Lung\, Kidney cancers etc. For his full profile\, please visit www.drandrewodhiambo.com \nProfessor Mohsen Mokhtar\nMohsen Mokhtar is a Professor of Clinical Oncology in Al-Kasr Al-Aini Medical School and Cairo University\, Cairo Egypt. Prof Mokhtar assisted in developing the syllabus and course structure at Al-Kasr Al-Aini\, as well as\, supervised several research programs and theses. \nProf Mokhtar is the managing Director of Cairo University Center of Oncology and Nuclear Medicine NEMROCK and the President of CANSURVIVE. \nProf Mokhtar has published more than 50 articles in several regional magazines in topics including: breast\, lung\, pediatric\, colorectal\, ovarian malignancies NHL and hematologic malignancies. Professionally\, he has more than 20 years of experience in hospital management. He is currently the chief medical director in Elaj group covering the clinical and medical audit of group facilities. \nDr Allan Njau\nAllan Njau is an Assistant Professor in the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi\, Kenya. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi (2008)\, Master of medicine in Anatomic Pathology from the Aga Khan University (2016) and a fellowship in Molecular Pathology from Augusta University\, GA\, USA (2020). His roles include clinical service in the Anatomic Pathology and Molecular Pathology sections of the institution as well as teaching. \nDr Njau’s  interests are in the fields of molecular assays\, especially oncology testing\, bioinformatics\, laboratory management and hepatobiliary pathology. His past and current research engagements are in the areas of pathology informatics\, Acute myeloid leukemia\, endometrial carcinoma\, extrapulmonary tuberculosis\, Covid-19\, gastric cancer and Helicobacter pylori infections. He is a member of the Association for Molecular Pathology and American Association of Cancer Research. \nDr Daniel Gathege\nDaniel Gathege is the General Surgical Unit Head and COSECSA Program Director at Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital. \nHe holds a Masters of Medicine in Surgery from the Aga Khan University. \nDr Gathege has an interest in addressing the increasing surgical burden and the unmet need in surgical oncology in the region. \nDr Stephen Kibengo Chege (Moderator)\nStephen Chege is a Clinical Oncologist at the Meru Teaching and Referral Hospital Oncology Center. \nHe holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery from Kampala International University\, Uganda and a Master’s in Clinical Oncology from Muhumbili University of Health and Allied Sciences\, Tanzania. \nHis areas of interest in oncology include GIT Cancers\, Head and Neck Cancers\, Prostate and Cervical Cancer. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/947173415″][/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/colorectal-cancer/ LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)\, Kenya CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/COLORECTAL-CANCER-e1715680827923.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240509T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240509T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240508T112651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T183254Z UID:9674-1715281200-1715286600@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Ovarian Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion active_section=”1″][vc_tta_section title=”Speaker Profiles” tab_id=”1715256815421-62f7409a-d088″][vc_column_text]Dr Anisa Mburu\nAnisa Mburu is a gynecologic oncologist at the Aga Khan Hospital\, Mombasa. She is a clinical researcher with special interest in HPV-associated cancers particularly cervical cancer\, pediatric gynecological cancers and palliative care with publications and ongoing research projects on the same. \nShe graduated as a fellow and Early Career Faculty Mentor for the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) as well as the International Cancer Institute (ICI). She completed her Editorial fellowship and has started her tenure as a reviewer for the International Journal of Gynecological Cancer (IJGC). She is also IGCS certified in the Palliative Care Program and as a Trainer of Trainers for the Preinvasive Disease Program and recently selected to be the co-chair of the Palliative Care Work group for IGCS. \nDr Anisa serves as an expert advisor for the WHO sub-committee on the Cervical Cancer Elimination Strategy through Surgical Capacity Building. She is currently on the IGCS education committee for the development of the Palliative Care curriculum and Nursing curriculum for gynecologic oncology. \nShe commenced her 2-year mentorship core with the European Society Of Gynecological Oncology and European Network of Young Gynecologic Oncologists (ESGO-ENYGO) Program under tutelage of Prof. Anna Fagotti. \nShe participated in the curriculum development and Colposcopy training of primary health care workers for the joint effort between the National Cancer Control Program (NCCP) and Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI). \nShe did her postgraduate (residency and fellowship) training at Moi University\, Kenya and her MBA at the University of Nicosia\, Cyprus. Her undergraduate training was at University of Nairobi\, Kenya. \nProfessor Mario Mendes Leitao\nMario Mendes Leitao is a US board certified gynecologic oncologist and a member of multiple national and international societies as well as a member of multiple national committees. He currently serves as the Director for the Minimal Access and Robotic Surgery (MARS) Program in the Department of Surgery at MSKCC which includes all of the surgical services in addition to Gynecology. \nProf Mendes is also the Director the Gynecologic Oncology Fellowship Program and a Member and Attending Surgeon in the Division of Gynecology within the Department of Surgery at MSKCC as well as a Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Weill Cornell Medical College. He is on the Editorial Boards of Gynecologic Oncology and International Journal of Gynecologic Cancers. \nHe is the Section Editor for Gynecologic Oncology Section in the Annals of Surgical Oncology. He is also a member of the Oncology Special Interest Group and the Diversity and Inclusion Committee for AAGL. \nProf Mario has authored over 240 peer reviewed publications\, over 80 reviews and chapters. \nDr Sumant Gupta\nSumant Gupta is a Senior Consultant & Head Medical Oncology\, Hematology\, BMT & Director at the Metro Cancer Institute\, India. He is a renowned cancer expert and has a vast experience of treating all cancers. He trained at the Cancer Institute (WIA) Adyar\, Chennai and All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)\nHis area of expertise includes haematological malignancies and bone marrow transplants. He has been credited for performing Faridabad’s first ever bone marrow transplant. \nHe has received many awards and recognitions including TYSA Young Scholar Award (Medical Oncologist) for the best DM – Oncology Fellow (2015). \nHe has many publications in peer reviewed national and international journals. \nHe is currently the executive committee member of the Indian Society of Oncology & Breast Cancer Foundation India. \nDr Elly Benjamin Odongo (Moderator)\nBenjamin Odongo Elly is an Obstetrician/Gynecologist and Gynaecologic Oncologist with over 23 years of experience in clinical practice and programmatic leadership of public health initiatives. He is a Senior Lecturer and Chairman of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Kenyatta University School of Medicine. \nHe has previously served as the Head of The Department of Gynaecologic Oncology at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) Eldoret/Moi University and Honorary Lecturer at Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology\, Moi University School of Medicine. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/944636393 “][/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][/vc_tta_accordion][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/ovarian-cancer-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event (Zoom)\, Kenya CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/unnamed-e1715258365217.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240404T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240404T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240306T061103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T061103Z UID:9602-1712257200-1712262600@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Non-small Cell Lung Cancer DESCRIPTION: URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/non-small-cell-lung-cancer/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240328T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240328T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240327T064459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T122137Z UID:9619-1711652400-1711657800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Management of Triple Negative Breast Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nDr Sitna Ali Mwanzi\nSitna Ali Mwanzi is a consultant medical oncologist working at the Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi Kenya. \nShe obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi and Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. She undertook a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Barts Health NHS Trust in the United Kingdom attaining a Specialist Certificate in Medical Oncology from the Royal College of Physicians and Association of Cancer Physicians in the United Kingdom. She also has a Master of Science in Advanced Oncology from Ulm University in Germany. \nHer research interests in breast cancer\, lung cancer and CML. \nDr Eric Hungu\nEric Hungu is a surgeon based at Kenyatta National Hospital\, the biggest referral hospital in East Africa. He runs a reputable breast clinic at the hospital. He undertook a one-year sub-specialty training in Breast and Endocrine Surgery at The University of Cape Town in 2017. \nHe has been involved in the drafting of National Cancer Screening Guidelines and National Cancer Treatment Protocols as an advisor to the Ministry of Health\, under the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP). He also serves in the Surgical Society of Kenya National Council having served in various capacities since 2011. \nDr. Hungu completed his Masters training in General Surgery at The University of Nairobi in 2011. Subsequently\, he was posted to Lodwar where he worked for one year as the District Surgeon: the only surgeon between South Sudan and Eldoret. During this period\, he was on the panel of the AMREF Flying Doctors where he would carry out week long surgical outreach initiatives in the remote areas that have no access to surgeons. Hospitals he visited during this stint include Hola\, Mpeketoni\, and Mandera. \nHe was later transferred to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Kayole\, where he worked for a year before he was employed at the Kenyatta National Hospital\, as a Medical Specialist. \nHe completed his undergraduate training at the University of Nairobi in 2003\, and worked as an intern at Nyeri PGH\, prior to his posting to Maralal\, in Samburu County as a Medical Officer. \nDr. Eric is passionate in ensuring every Kenyan receives healthcare and ensures he makes a positive impact through interactions with his patients. \nProfessor Mohsen Mokhtar\nMohsen Mokhtar is a Professor of Clinical Oncology in Al-Kasr Al-Aini Medical School and Cairo University\, Cairo Egypt. Prof Mokhtar assisted in developing the syllabus and course structure at Al-Kasr Al-Aini\, as well as\, supervised several research programs and theses. \nProf Mokhtar is the managing Director of Cairo University Center of Oncology and Nuclear Medicine NEMROCK and the President of CANSURVIVE. \nProf Mokhtar has published more than 50 articles in several regional magazines in topics including: breast\, lung\, pediatric\, colorectal\, ovarian malignancies NHL and hematologic malignancies. Professionally\, he has more than 20 years of experience in hospital management. He is currently the chief medical director in Elaj group covering the clinical and medical audit of group facilities. \nDr Irene Weru (Moderator)\nIrene Weru has worked at Kenyatta National Hospital since 2003 and is current head of clinical pharmacy. \nDr. Weru holds a master’s degree in Clinical Pharmacy with sub-specialization in oncology pharmacy from the University of Nairobi. \nDr. Weru is a member of various National and international technical working groups including Demand Forecasting and Quantification TWG of the Coalition for Access to NCD Medicines\, ChemoSafe Regional TWG\, Pharmacy Advisory Council -Global HOPE Pediatric Hematology /Oncology Centers of Excellence and NCI-Kenya Quality Management Expert Working Group. \nDr. Weru is a member of several professional associations including HOPAK\, PSK\, KESHO and ISOPP. She is the current Secretary to the International Society of Oncology Pharmacy Practitioners (ISOPP). \nBesides oncology\, Dr. Weru has interest in medicines management and use especially medicine formulary management. She is also an honorary lecturer at University of Nairobi\, School of Pharmacy and provides research and clinical practice supervision to undergraduate and postgraduate students. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/928709973″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″] \n Register \n [/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/management-of-triple-negative-breast-cancer/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/tripple_bc.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240321T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240321T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240319T111057Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T193743Z UID:9615-1711047600-1711053000@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Management of Multiple Myeloma DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] \nSPEAKER PROFILES:\nDr Angela McLigeyo\nAngela McLigeyo is a licensed Physician and Medical Oncologist practicing in Kenya. She has a Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi\, a M.Sc. in Clinical Oncology from Ulm University (Germany)\, and a Fellowship in Medical Oncology from the University of Nairobi. In addition\, she obtained a 5-year board certification in Medical Oncology from ESMO in 2019. She has over 17 years of experiences in hospital and clinical settings. \nShe is a member of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). She is also a fellow of the East\, Central and Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nHer core skills are in clinical decision making in internal medicine and oncology\, conducting trainings\, streamlining medical education and conducting research as well as participation in the development of treatment guidelines and protocols. \nDr McLigeyo currently provides comprehensive oncology healthcare at both public and private health facilities\, conducts research in oncology and internal medicine when opportunities arise\, and is engaged in teaching internal medicine and oncology at the Kenyatta University. She has authored several research articles in peer reviewed journals and presented abstracts at several conferences. \nDr Peter Oyiro\nPeter Oyiro is currently a Lecturer at the Department of Clinical Medicine and Therapeutics-The University of Nairobi. He also a consultant Physician and Medical Oncologist at the Kenyatta National Hospital Teaching and Referral Hospital\, Nairobi. He attended his Research Fellowship in Hematological Malignancies at the West Virginia University Cancer Center (2013) and Medical Oncology fellowship at the University of Nairobi (2018). \nHe is a member of Kenya Society of Hematologist and Oncologist (KESHO)\, American Society of Clinical Oncologist (ASCO) and the European Society of Medical Oncologists( ESMO). \nDr. Oyiro main interest is in Research and cancer education particularly in Hematological Malignancies\, HIV associated neoplasms and Sickle cell disease as well as newer cancer targeted therapy and immunotherapy. \nDr Caroline Tonio (Moderator)\nCaroline Tonio is currently a Consultant Physician and Medical Oncologist at the Kenyatta University Teaching\, Referral and Research Hospital in Kenya. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/936410554″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/management-of-multiple-myeloma/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Management-of-Multiple-Myeloma.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240307T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20240307T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20240306T071440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T121447Z UID:9604-1709838000-1709843400@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Clinical Research in Breast Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column] \n \n Speaker Profiles \n \n \n [vc_column_text]Professor Nicholas Othieno-Abinya \nNicholas Anthony Othieno-Abinya is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at the Nairobi Hospital Cancer Centre. He was formerly Professor of Medicine at the University of Nairobi\, Kenya\, where he was the director of Medical Oncology Fellowship Program and also the head of Haematology/Oncology at the University of Nairobi and Kenyatta National Hospital\, Nairobi. In 2009 and 2010 he was Head of Oncology at Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. \nHe holds a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine of the University of Nairobi\, completed fellowship in Medical Oncology at the Royal London Hospital (University of London) in 1992\, and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. \nHis research interests are in malignant haematology and breast cancer\, in which he has published widely in peer-reviewed journals. He also has keen interest in molecular oncology. He has also authored a text book titled Drug Treatment of Haematologic Neoplasms. He has also co-authored cancer booklets\, and has written chapters in several books. His latest book titled ‘Shadow in Perpetuity’ by Lambert Publishers was released in December 2019. \nDr. Othieno-Abinya is a member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)\, and served in its International Affairs Committee from 2010-2012; Africa Organization for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC)\, having been Vice Chair for Eastern Africa and was a long time member of Council; and European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). He founded Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, of which he was the first Chair\, and is still its Patron. His outstanding academic achievements were profiled in the University of Nairobi magazine\,’ Varsity Focus’ of September 2017. \nHe has received several awards and honours\, including the Kenya Breast Health Programme Award in appreciation of contribution to success of the Breast Cancer Survivors’ Conference on 11-14 July 2003; Kenya Breast Health Programme Award in recognition for outstanding contribution to the care of women with breast cancer in Kenya; Best Oral Presentation by Established Scientist Award\, 2ND KASH Conference\, Kenya Medical Research Institute\, Nairobi;  2018 Harvard Global Health Catalyst: Distinguished African Ambassador Award. \nProfessor Fredrick Chite \nFredrick Chite Asirwa M.D. is the CEO of International Cancer Institute\, an organization whose main purpose is to expand Education\, Clinical Care and Training opportunities in cancer control and research across sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) through multi-sectoral collaborations and partnerships with relevant organizations both governmental and NGOs. \nHe is a Medical Oncologist & Hematologist\, PD/PI of several access to personalized cancer care and research initiatives including Blueprint Program (Kenya\, Rwanda\, Tanzania and Uganda)\, Shining Tower Program\, Clinical Trials Program-all geared towards enhancing early detection\, promoting primary HPV screening\, providing SOC diagnostics & therapeutics cancer research. He has developed several training programs including SSA Oncology Preceptorship training\, Digital Pathology Program\, Telemedicine Program\, Oncology training for Physician assistants (Clinical Officers)\, development of Oncology Nursing training program in Kenya\, Medical Oncology Fellowship Program\, Oncology Pharmacy program and assisted in the development of gynecologic oncology program. He also conducts Oncology and Hematology Clinical Trials in SSA. \nHe was previously (2011-2019)\, the Director of Academic Model Providing Access to Health Care (AMPATH Oncology & Hematology Consortium) in Kenya. In this role he developed infrastructure for telemedicine at AMPATH\, created a robust hematology & oncology outreach program in rural Kenya and participated in the development of the Kenya National Cancer Control policies\, strategic plans and guidelines by the National MOH. As PI to various clinical and research programs he established Multiple Myeloma program\, Lymphoma Program\, functional tumor registry\, Breast Cancer screening & treatment program\, Hemophilia and Sickle cell diagnostics\, treatment & research\, EMR for Oncology care and screening\, a multinational Lung Cancer Control Program\, MLCCP (Kenya\, South Africa\, Lesotho\, Tanzania\, and Eswatini). He also teaches at various Universities in SSA and participates in Scientific Review Committees (SRC) of various Oncology Clinical Trial Centers in SSA. \nDr Manel Haj Mansoor \nManel Haj is a Consultant Medical Oncologist and Section Head of Medical Oncology at Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. She is also the current Fellowship Program Director in The Department of Hematology Oncology. \nShe graduated from the University Tunis\, and undertook her Core Internal Medicine and Medical Oncology training the most prestigious University Hospitals in Tunisia where she received her certificate of completion in 2017. She has also received part of training at the Gustave Roussy Institute of cancer treatment in Paris\, France. \nShe has previously worked as consultant medical oncologist and lecturer at Abdurrahman Mami University Hospital\, Tunisia and at a leading health care facility in Nairobi. \nDr Haj is passionate about increasing cancer awareness and promoting screening and early detection. She has also a special interest in precision oncology and clinical research and is currently investigator in several clinical trials in the Cancer Research Unit at Aga Khan University Hospital. \nShe is a member of American (ASCO)\, European (ESMO) \,Tunisian and Kenyan societies of medical oncology ((STOM and KESHO). \nDr Lillian Ouma \nLilian Ouma holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) Degree from Moi University in Eldoret\, Kenya. As a medical doctor and current head of clinical research at the International Cancer Institute\, she provides oversight on various clinical research projects. In this capacity\, she is in charge of the management of both observational and interventional research projects\, in various therapeutic fields\, ensuring all study activities are conducted according to the study protocols. In her current capacity as the research manager\, she has played a pivotal role in the establishment of research processes/systems within the research unit. \nShe is tasked with the responsibility of coordinating the execution of clinical trial protocols\, overseeing participant recruitment and retention activities\, and executing clinical quality and data quality management plans. Moreover\, she has a host of skills in a wide range of study-related activities including preparation of study protocols\, study budgets\, site preparation for study start-up activities\, study site initiation and closeout\, development of research study SOPs\, quality management plan (QMP)\, informed consent forms (ICFs)\, and case report forms (CRFs). Her extensive understanding of the principles of clinical research and applicable regulations as well as in-depth knowledge of both local and global regulatory requirements have been instrumental in her current role. \nDr Naftali Busakhala (Moderator) \nNaftali Busakhala is a Senior Lecturer and specialist Physician at Moi University and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital. He is the departmental postgraduate coordinator at the department of pharmacology and toxicology at Moi University. He is the co-chairman of the Ampath Oncology working group. Dr Busakhala is the principal investigator of the AIDS Malignancy Consortium\, Moi University Site. He is also the principal investigator of the Lung and Breast Cancer Projects. \nHe is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Prevention and Research\, Lyon France. He has published widely in peer reviewed journals. \nDr Busakhala is the current President of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO). \nHe holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Moi University and a Masters of Medicine in Internal Medicine from University of Nairobi. He also received post graduate training in Pharmacology  from Tianjin University China and Makerere University Uganda. He was a Fogarty trainee in Haematology and Oncology at Brown University\, USA. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/921757647″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/clinical-research-in-breast-cancer-2/ CATEGORIES:CME 2024,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/breast_cancer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231019T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231019T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230927T180400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T124530Z UID:8961-1697742000-1697747400@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Triple Negative Breast Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Dr Nusayba A. Bagegni\nNusayba Bagegni\, MD\, is an Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Division of Oncology\, Department of Medicine\, at Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine. She is an Associate Member of the Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center. She serves as the Breast Cancer Clinical Trials Leader and Associate Medical Director of Clinical Research for the Division of Oncology. \nDr. Bagegni earned her medical degree with research distinction from the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. She completed a residency in Internal Medicine at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. While at Washington University School of Medicine\, she went on to complete a Hematology/Oncoloy fellowship\, serving as Chief Fellow\, where she received the Hanna Jean Khoury Outstanding Graduate Award. Dr. Bagegni is board-certified in internal medicine\, medical oncology\, and hematology. Dr. Bagegni specializes in the care of patients with early-stage and advanced breast cancer. \nDr. Bagegni has research interests focused on developing novel therapies for breast cancer and disease monitoring strategies. She serves as a Principal Investigator for several clinical trials\, including Study Chair of the National Cancer Institute Cancer Therapy Evaluation Program (NCI CTEP) trial investigating a novel treatment approach for patients with advanced triple negative breast cancer. \nShe is a member of the Siteman Cancer Center Protocol Review and Monitoring Committee. Dr. Bagegni is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and American Association for Cancer Research (AACR). She is a panel member for the NCCN Anti-emesis Guidelines Panel. She is Breast Cancer Committee member for Alliance\, HCRN (Hoosier Cancer Research Network) and ACCRU (Academic and Community Cancer Research United)\, as well as the Siteman Cancer Center Breast Cancer Equity Group. \nDr Njoki Njiraini\nNjoki Njiraini is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist based at the Cancer Treatment Centre in The Nairobi Hospital. \nShe has been key in instituting multidisciplinary meetings\, problem oriented research in the department\, and streamlining patient care within the oncology clinics in the public and private sector. \nDr. Njiraini holds a bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi\, a Master’s Degree in Radiation Oncology from the University of Cape Town\, is a Fellow of the College of Radiation Oncology (FCRO) South Africa and  a graduate of the Harvard POETIC Fellowship programme. \nDr Angela Waweru (Moderator)\nAngela Waweru studied Medicine at the University of Sheffield. She completed her internship and core medical training at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals before joining the same NHS Trust for her training in Clinical Oncology\, where she completed her training in 2015. She then spent just under one year working as a Locum Consultant in Clinical Oncology after which she relocated to Kenya. She currently works as a Radiation Oncologist at AKUH\, N where she is the Vice Chair of the Haematology Oncology department and Section Head of Radiation. \nHer main interests include the appropriate implementation of new radiotherapy technologies in the clinic and re-irradiation. \nDr. Waweru is also keen on promoting radiotherapy governance; she has been instrumental in forming radiotherapy safety committees\, peer review meetings and service development projects. \nShe is a Fellow of the Royal College of Radiologists [Clinical Oncology Faculty] FRCR\, Member of the Royal College of Physicians\, MRCP.  She is also a member of European Society of Radiation Oncology\, ESTRO and Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology\, KESHO. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/876109607″] \n  \n  \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/breast-cancer-4/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unnamed-8.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231012T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231012T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230927T180200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231215T074438Z UID:8958-1697137200-1697142600@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Breast Cancer - screening and diagnosis DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Dr Joan-Paula Bor-Malenya” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Joan-Paula Bor-Malenya is a public health specialist with a special interest in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and 15 years professional experience in the Kenyan public health sector\, including over 10 years in clinical care and hospital management. \nShe is currently the Lead for the Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Pillar in the National Cancer Control Program (NCCP)\, Ministry of Health. Her role involves developing and implementing policies and programs towards the achievement of the National Cancer Control Strategy. She coordinated the development of the National Cancer Screening Guidelines in 2018 and is keen to see through the advancement of a harmonized cancer screening program nationwide. She also coordinates the National Technical Working Group on Cancer Prevention\, Early Detection & Screening. Dr Bor holds a Master of Science in Global Health & Non-Communicable Diseases from University of Edinburgh.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_custom_heading text=”Dr Eric Hungu” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Eric Hungu is a surgeon based at Kenyatta National Hospital\, the biggest referral hospital in East Africa. He runs a reputable breast clinic at the hospital. He undertook a one-year sub-specialty training in Breast and Endocrine Surgery at The University of Cape Town in 2017. \nHe has been involved in the drafting of National Cancer Screening Guidelines and National Cancer Treatment Protocols as an advisor to the Ministry of Health\, under the National Cancer Control Programme (NCCP). He also serves in the Surgical Society of Kenya National Council having served in various capacities since 2011. \nDr. Hungu completed his Masters training in General Surgery at the University of Nairobi in 2011. Subsequently\, he was posted to Lodwar where he worked for one year as the District Surgeon: the only surgeon between South Sudan and Eldoret. During this period\, he was on the panel of the AMREF Flying Doctors where he would carry out week long surgical outreach initiatives in the remote areas that have no access to surgeons. Hospitals he visited during this stint include Hola\, Mpeketoni\, and Mandera.\nHe was later transferred to Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital in Kayole\, where he worked for a year before he was employed at the Kenyatta National Hospital\, as a Medical Specialist. \nHe completed his undergraduate training at the University of Nairobi in 2003\, and worked as an intern at Nyeri PGH\, prior to his posting to Maralal\, in Samburu County as a Medical Officer. \nDr. Eric is passionate in ensuring every Kenyan receives healthcare and ensures he makes a positive impact through interactions with his patients.[/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”Dr Daniel Gathege (Moderator)” font_container=”tag:h3|text_align:left” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Daniel Gathege is the General Surgery Unit Head and COSECSA Program Director at Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital. \nHe holds a Masters of Medicine in Surgery from the Aga Khan University. \nDr Gathege has an interest in addressing the increasing surgical burden and the unmet need in surgical oncology in the region. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/873830938″][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/breast-cancer-screening-and-diagnosis/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/breast-cnacer-12-10-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231005T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20231005T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230927T175801Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T132410Z UID:8956-1696532400-1696537800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Breast Cancer - Role of Diet & Physical Activity DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column] \n \n SPEAKER PROFILES: \n \n \n \n \n Dr Lindsay Peterson \n \n \n [vc_column_text]Lindsay Peterson is a medical oncologist dedicated to the care and survivorship of patients with breast cancer and trained in clinical research. Her research interests include intervention development for improving cancer and treatment-related outcomes\, mainly through lifestyle modification. \nShe completed her medical school at Tulane University and her residency and fellowship at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center at San Antonio. She completed the Master of Science in Clinical Research program at the Medical University of South Carolina. She has completed and is actively involved in multidisciplinary projects related to both lifestyle modification and chemotherapy related toxicities. She is on the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Survivorship panel where she leads the Healthy Lifestyles Subcommittee and is funded by the American Cancer Society to study the prognostic significance of specific dietary factors in breast cancer and to identify a novel\, lifestyle-linked prognostic biomarker in breast cancer. She is site PI for investigator-initiated studies and large national and international randomized controlled trials of various interventions in treatment of breast cancer patients on active treatment and breast cancer survivors.[/vc_column_text] \n \n Dr Tracy Irura (Moderator) \n \n \n [vc_column_text]Tracy Irura is a Senior Registrar in Clinical Oncology at Kenyatta University Teaching\, Research and Referral Hospital. \nShe holds a Master’s in Clinical Oncology and Nuclear Medicine from Alexandria University\, Egypt. \nDr Irura is the co-founder of the Integrated Cancer Research Foundation of Kenya an NGO that seeks to rid Africa of the cancer burden and be a leading cancer research organization in the world. \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/871604317″]\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/role-of-diet-and-physical-activity/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/breast-cancer-poster-05-10-2023.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230928T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230928T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230927T134643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T134901Z UID:8941-1695927600-1695933000@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Management of Prostate Cancer DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]SPEAKER PROFILES: \nDr Helena Musau\nHelena Musau is a Consultant Clinical/Radiation Oncologist and Head of the Oncology Department at Kenyatta University Teaching Research and Referral Hospital. \nShe is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Nairobi\, Radiation Oncology program. \nShe is a member of various Ministry of Health technical working groups aimed at improving access to cancer care in Kenya.\nDr Helena is the first recipient of the Leadership Program of Women in Oncology by the City Cancer Challenge Foundation and ASCO. She serves in the International Education Steering Group at ASCO and is a member of the Public Policy Committee at ESMO. \nDr Musau is the current Secretary for the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology. \nDr Samuel N.K. Waweru\nS. N. K. Waweru is a Consulting Urologist at the Nairobi Hospital\, Mater Hospital among others. He is formerly the chair\, Department of Surgery at the Mater Hospital. \nHe holds a Master’s from the University of Nairobi\, urology training from KCMC Moshi\, Tanzania. \nHis interests are in prostatic cancer and urolithiasis. \nDr Musila Mutala (Moderator)\nMusila Mutala is a Consultant Radiologist and Cancer Imaging Specialist\, and a lecturer in the Department of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiation Medicine at the University of Nairobi. \nHe holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi and a Master’s in Radiology from the same institution. He also holds a Master’s in Oncologic Imaging from the University of Pisa\, Italy. \nDr Mutala practices in General Radiology and Cancer Imaging. He has voluminous experience in Gastrointestinal\, Hepatobiliary\, Genitourinary and Gynecologic tumors. \nHis research interests are in Oncologic Imaging\, Diagnostic Tests Accuracy and Radiology Education. \nDr Mutala has published several articles in local and international peer reviewed journals. He has presented papers in local and international radiology and oncology conferences\, some with awards. He has attended various hands-on training courses and workshops on specific cancer sites imaging in Europe\, UK\, US and Hong Kong. \nProfessional Associations: \n\nKenya Association of Radiologists (KAR).\nKenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (KESHO).\nEuropean Society of Oncologic Imaging (ESOI).\nInternational Cancer Imaging Society (ICIS).\nRadiological Society of North America (RSNA)\n\n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] \nWebinar Recording\n[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message]Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members.[/vc_message][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"] \n Access our Membership Page \n [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"] \n Fill in the Membership Form \n [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"] \n Access Membership Portal \n [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/management-of-prostate-cancer-2/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/unnamed-6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230921T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230921T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230921T065021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T135705Z UID:8927-1695322800-1695328200@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:WORLD CML DAY DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column] \n \n SPEAKER PROFILES \n \n \n \n \n Dr Annamaria Brioli \n \n \n [vc_column_text]Annamaria Brioli is a consultant and Head of the clinical trial unit at the Department on Internal Medicine C at the University of Greifswald\, Germany. She graduated with honors from the University of Bologna\, Italy and holds a medical degree and a PhD in biomedical sciences\, both from the University of Bologna\, Italy. During her medical training\, \nDr Brioli undertook a series of internships specializing in translational research\, internal medicine\, hematology\, and medical oncology with the National Cancer Institute\, Washington\, USA\, the University of Groningen\, the Netherlands\, the Clinical Hospital Center in Rijeka\, Croatia\, the University of Debrecen\, Hungary\, and the University of Bologna. She was previously a visiting registrar and clinical research fellow in the hematology units of the Institute of Cancer Research and The Royal Marsden Hospital NHS Foundation Trust\, both in Sutton\, UK\, and is past Head of the Outpatient Clinic at the Jena University Hospital in Jena\, Germany. As a trainee she has been awarded the Abstract Achievement Award from the American Society of Hematology (ASH) during the ASH Annual Meeting and the Travel Grant from the European Hematology Association (EHA) during EHA annual meeting. She holds national and international professional memberships with organizations including the EHA\, the Italian Society of Hematology\, and the German Association of Hematology and Oncology. \nDr Brioli has authored or co-authored over 50 scientific articles that have been published in peer-reviewed journals including Blood\, Leukemia\, and the Journal of Clinical Oncology\, as well as five book chapters and over 120 congress abstracts. She is a reviewer for journals including Leukemia\, Haematologica\, and the Journal of Cancer Research and Clinical Oncology.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column] \n \n Dr Angela McLigeyo \n \n \n [vc_column_text]Angela McLigeyo is a licensed Physician and Medical Oncologist practicing in Kenya. She has a Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi\, a M.Sc. in Clinical Oncology from Ulm University (Germany)\, and a Fellowship in Medical Oncology from the University of Nairobi. In addition\, she obtained a 5-year board certification in Medical Oncology from ESMO in 2019. She has over 18 years of experiences in hospital and clinical settings. \nShe is a member of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). She is also a fellow of the East\, Central and Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nHer core skills are in clinical decision making in internal medicine and oncology\, conducting trainings\, streamlining medical education and conducting research as well as participation in the development of treatment guidelines and protocols. \nDr McLigeyo currently provides comprehensive oncology healthcare at both public and private health facilities\, conducts research in oncology and internal medicine when opportunities arise\, and is engaged in teaching internal medicine and oncology at the Kenyatta University. She has authored several research articles in peer reviewed journals and presented abstracts at several conferences.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column] \n \n Dr Matilda Ong’ondi \n \n \n [vc_column_text] \nMatilda Ong’ondi is a Consultant Physician and Clinical Hemato-Oncologist at the Kenyatta National Teaching and Referral Hospital\, Kenya’s oldest and largest hospital. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) degree (2005) and a Master of Medicine (MMed) degree in Internal Medicine (2010)\, both from the University of Nairobi. She is registered with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council as an Internal Medicine Specialist. \nDr. Matilda pursued her Clinical Hemato-oncology training at the Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre and Royal Melbourne Hospital\, Australia in 2017. In addition\, she has undertaken various short Fellowship opportunities through the following institutions: International Chronic Myeloid Leukemia Foundation (Royal Adelaide Hospital and SAHMRI Adelaide\, 2017); American Society of Hematology\, Visitor Training Program at The Cancer Therapy and Research Centre\, San Antonio Texas (2014); and Mayo Clinic\, Rochester\, Minnesota (2010). \nHer main interests are: Multiple Myeloma; Acute Leukemia; Chronic Leukemia; and Platelet disorders. Her other interests are Psycho-Oncology and Clinical Research. She is also passionate about clinical bedside teaching and mentorship. \nDr. Matilda is a member of various societies: Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO); European Hematology Association (EHA); and International Society of Thrombosis and Hemostasis (ISTH). In addition\, she served as a member of the bodies that developed the Kenya National Cancer Guidelines and NCCN Harmonized Guidelines. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column] \n \n Dr Gloria Omondi (Moderator) \n \n \n [vc_column_text]Gloria Omondi is a consultant physician currently based at Kenyatta National Hospital\, Cancer Treatment Center. \nShe has interests in management of solid cancers and cancer research. \nShe holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery and a Master’s Degree in Internal medicine from the University of Nairobi and an MSC in Oncology from Queen Mary University of London.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column] \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n [/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][vc_row][vc_column][vc_message]Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members.[/vc_message][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"] \n Access our Membership Page \n [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"] \n Fill in the Membership Form \n [/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width="1/3"] \n Access Membership Portal \n [/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][/vc_column][/vc_row] \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row] URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/world-cml-day/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/CML.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230907T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230907T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230907T084448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T132504Z UID:8899-1694113200-1694118600@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Sarcomas in Children DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column] \n \n SPEAKER PROFILES \n \n \n \n \n Dr Rose Munge \n \n \n 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URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/sarcomas-in-children-cme/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/sarcomas-in-children.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230903 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230824T173810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T143457Z UID:8694-1693526400-1693699199@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Professional Differentiation for the Oncology Workforce Symposium DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_tta_accordion][vc_tta_section title=”Executive Summary” tab_id=”1693910372572-0a8b207b-5448″][vc_column_text]The Kenya Society for Haematology and Oncology (KESHO) partnered with the African Organization for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC) and the Ministry of Health\, Kenya\, and the Aga Khan University\, to host the 1st Professional Differentiation for the Oncology Workforce Symposium aimed at developing a skilled and well trained oncology workforce who can provide quality care and services across the cancer continuum from prevention\, diagnosis\, treatment and survivorship. \nThe event brought together specialists\, program directors\, policymakers\, universities\, and all facilities that provide training for all cadres providing oncology services across the country and in the region to define the scope of practice\, core competencies and entrustable professional activities for all oncology and allied services care providers in the country.[/vc_column_text][/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=”Speaker Profiles” tab_id=”1693910372581-ec3895f1-54c3″][vc_column_text] \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Karen Mbaabu\n \n \n Categories: \n speakers \n \n \nDr Karen Mbaabu is a oncoplastic breast surgeon based at the MP Shah hospital Nairobi. She completed her fellowship in oncoplastic breast surgery training in the UK. Prior to that\, she had worked as a General Surgeon at a The Mater Misericordiae Hospital in Nairobi. \nShe undertook her medical training at the University of Nairobi Medical School and her postgraduate training in General Surgery at the Aga khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. Dr Mbaabu’s most recent accomplishment is graduating with a Postgraduate certificate in Surgical Leadership from the Harvard Postgraduate Medical School (SLP\,Class of 2022) She currently serves as the co-country representative of the COSECSA program. \nDr Mbaabu is passionate about providing quality\, compassionate and affordable surgery. Her main interests are oncoplastic breast surgery and surgical education. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Karen Mbaabu\n Dr Karen Mbaabu is a oncoplastic breast surgeon based at... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Sitna Ali Mwanzi\n \n \n Position: Consultant Medical Oncologist\n Categories: \n Committee Members \n \n Dr Sitna Ali Mwanzi is a consultant medical oncologist working at the Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi Kenya. She obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi and Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. She undertook a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Barts Health NHS Trust in the United Kingdom attaining a Specialist Certificate in Medical Oncology from the Royal College of Physicians and Association of Cancer Physicians in the United Kingdom. She also has a Master of Science in Advanced Oncology from Ulm University in Germany. Her research interests include breast cancer\, lung cancer\, prostate cancer\, chronic myeloid leukemia and cervical cancer. She is passionate about increasing health care workers and general public awareness about cancer\, role of screening\, early diagnosis and treatment of cancer. She works closely with the National Cancer Control Program in implementation of the National Cancer Control Strategy and advising on cancer policy for improving access to cancer care. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Sitna Ali Mwanzi\n Consultant Medical Oncologist\n Dr Sitna Ali Mwanzi is a consultant medical oncologist working... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jesse Elungat Opakas\n \n \n Position: Chief Medical Specialist MTRH 2 Clinical & Radiation Oncology\n Categories: \n Committee Members \n \n Chief Medical Specialist MTRH 2 Clinical & Radiation Oncology\nDirector: Hemato-Oncology Directorate\, Moi Teaching & Referral Hospital\, Eldoret Kenya \nPositions and Honors\n2006 – 2007 Medical officer intern at Kitale District Hospital \n2008 – 2010 Medical Officer Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital \n2010 – 2015 Residency training in Clinical and Radiation Oncology – University of Stellenbosch\, and Fellowship of the College of Radiation Oncologists of South Africa.\n2015 – Date Medical Specialist MTRH 4\, Consultant in Clinical and Radiation Oncology at Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH). \n2017 November to Date: Director- Directorate of Hemato-Oncology MTRH 2019June: Senior Medical Specialist MTRH 3 \n2022 September: Chief Medical Specialist MTRH 2 \nPeer-reviewed Publication\nResults of Radioactive Iodine (131I) Therapy in Well Differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma: A Retrospective Study from the Tygerberg Hospital.\nD. Acullu 1* A. E. Fourie 2\, K. Baatjes 3 and E. J. Opakas 4 https://www.researchgate.net/publication/283708956_Results_of_Radioactive\n_Iodine_131I_Therapy_in_Well_Differentiated_Thyroid_Carcinoma_A_Retrospe ctive_Study_from_the_Tygerberg_Hospital \nRadiotherapy in the management of carcinoma of the vulva in HIV positive and negative patients : an institutional experience; Jesse Elungat Opakas https://www.academia.edu/66075078/Radiotherapy_in_the_management_of_ carcinoma_ of_the_vulva_in_HIV_positive_and_negative_patients_an_institutional_experie nce 2015 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jesse Elungat Opakas\n Chief Medical Specialist MTRH 2 Clinical & Radiation Oncology\n Chief Medical Specialist MTRH 2 Clinical & Radiation Oncology Director:... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Joan-Paula Bor-Malenya\n \n \n Position: Public health specialist\n Categories: \n Committee Members \n \n Dr Bor is a public health specialist with a special interest in non-communicable diseases (NCDs) and 15 years professional experience in the Kenyan public health sector\, including over 10 years in clinical care and hospital management. She is currently the Lead for the Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Pillar in the National Cancer Control Program (NCCP)\, Ministry of Health. Her role involves developing and implementing policies and programs towards the achievement of the National Cancer Control Strategy. She coordinated the development of the National Cancer Screening Guidelines in 2018 and is keen to see through the advancement of a harmonized cancer screening program nationwide. She also coordinates the National Technical Working Group on Cancer Prevention\, Early Detection & Screening. Dr Bor holds a Master of Science in Global Health & Non-Communicable Diseases from University of Edinburgh. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Joan-Paula Bor-Malenya\n Public health specialist\n Dr Bor is a public health specialist with a special... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Wambui Kung’u\n \n \n Position: Clinical Oncologist\n Categories: \n Committee Members \n \n Dr. Wambui Kung’u is a Clinical Oncologist at Kenyatta University\, Teaching\, Referral\, and Research Hospital. She holds a Master’s Degree in Clinical Oncology and Nuclear Medicine from Alexandria University\, Egypt. \nShe is a member of the Kenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, African Organization for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC)\, European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)\, and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). \nHer main areas of interest are Head and Neck cancers\, breast cancer\, prostate cancer\, and gastrointestinal cancer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Wambui Kung’u\n Clinical Oncologist\n Dr. Wambui Kung’u is a Clinical Oncologist at Kenyatta University\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Njoki Njiraini\n \n \n Position: Conference Chair - Consultant Clinical Oncologist\n Categories: \n Committee Members \n \n Dr. Njoki Njiraini is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist based at the Kenyatta National Hospital. \nShe has been key in instituting multidisciplinary meetings\, problem oriented research in the department\, and streamlining patient care within the oncology clinics in the public and private sector. \nDr. Njiraini holds a bachelors degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi\, a Masters Degree in Radiation Oncology from the University of Cape Town\, is a Fellow of the College of Radiation Oncology (FCRO) South Africa and a graduate of the Harvard POETIC Fellowship programme. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Njoki Njiraini\n Conference Chair - 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She holds a Master of Medicine in General Pathology from the University of Nairobi where she was awarded the best student in Pathology prize. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists\, United Kingdom and a Fellow of the College of Pathologists of East Central and Southern Africa. \nDr. Sayed is the Secretary General of the College of Pathologists of East Central and Southern Africa\, Chair of the Academic Committee of the Senate – East Central and Southern African (ECSA) College of Health Sciences\, Chair of theBoard of Directors of African Strategies for Advancing Pathology (ASAP\, co-chair Technical Working Group (TWG) on Diagnostics for the Cancer Control Programme – Ministry of Health\, Kenya (MoH). \nShe is also a steering committee member and Commissioner for the Lancet Commission on Diagnostics and a member of the Lancet Oncology Commission for Sub-Saharan Africa. She has also been a recent member of the WHO-SAGE IVD Committee (2019-2020). Dr. Sayed is a member of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). \nDr. Sayed is in charge of the breast service at AKUHN. Her research interest span oncopathology with a special focus in breast cancer and solid haematolymphoid malignancies. She has several grants and peer reviewed publications in her area of research interest. She has also led research initiatives and interventions that have developed a sustainable model of community-based engagement to improve breast cancer screening and diagnosis. \nProf Mansoor Saleh\nMansoor Saleh\, MD received his early education in the Aga Khan School system in East Africa\, his medical education at the University of Heidelberg in Germany and conducted his doctoral research at the Max Planck Institute for Medical Research in Heidelberg. \nHe received his training in internal medicine at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit Michigan and clinical and translational research training in Hematology & Oncology at the University of Alabama Comprehensive Cancer Center in Birmingham\, Alabama where he was tenured Professor of Medicine & Pathology and Director of the First-in-Human Early Drug Development Program. His area of research and clinical focus is “targeted therapy of cancer”. In January 2020\, he joined the Aga Khan University in Nairobi\, Kenya as the Founding Chair\, Department of Hematology – Oncology and Founding Director – AKU\, N Cancer Center. \nDr Allan Njau\nAllan Njau is a Senior Clinical Instructor in the department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi\, Kenya. \nHe holds a bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi (2008)\, Master of medicine in Anatomic Pathology from the Aga Khan University (2016) and a fellowship in Molecular Pathology from Augusta University\, GA\, USA (2020). \nHis roles include clinical service in the Anatomic Pathology and Molecular Pathology sections of the institution as well as teaching. His interests are in the fields of molecular assays especially for oncology testing\, bioinformatics and artificial intelligence applications in molecular pathology\, laboratory management and hepatobiliary pathology. His past and current research engagements are in the areas of pathology informatics\, Acute myeloid leukemia\, endometrial carcinoma\, extrapulmonary tuberculosis\, COVID-19\, gastric cancer\, and Helicobacter pylori infections. He is a member of the Association for Molecular Pathology and American Association of Cancer Research. \nModerator: Dr Andrew Odhiambo \nAndrew Odhiambo is a Consultant Physician/Medical Oncologist & Program Director/Lecturer (Medical Oncology Fellowship Program) at the University of Nairobi. Dr. Andrew holds a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi. He has attended preceptorship training in Haematological Oncology & Infectious Diseases from the University of Maryland Marleen & Stewart Greenbaum Cancer Centre in the United States. He later did his Fellowship in Medical Oncology in the United Kingdom and was certified by the Federation of Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom as well as the Association of Cancer Physicians and the European Society for Medical Oncology. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh as well as the East\, Central & Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nHe is the outgoing Secretary & former Treasurer of Kenya Society of Haematology & Oncology (KESHO). Dr. Andrew is a member of KAP\, ASCO\, ESMO\, AORTIC & ECSACOP. Dr. Andrew serves as an expert advisor for local and international bodies i.e. MOH\, Kenya Cancer Prevention TWG\, ASCO & NCCN Cancer Treatment Guidelines Committees. He has published several articles on cancer in both international and local peer reviewed scientific journals. \nDr. Andrew was awarded the prestigious Business Daily Africa Top 40 under 40 men in the year 2017. He is passionate about cancer education and awareness especially through digital platforms. He has over 50 appearances in mainstream local and international TV and print media promoting cancer awareness.\nHis key areas of sub specialization and interest include Colon cancer\, Stomach cancer\, Breast Cancer\, Pancreatic\, Liver & Bile Duct cancer\, Cancer or Unknown Primary\, Lymphoma as well as newer treatments i.e. Immunotherapy & Targeted therapy for Colon\, Skin\, Lung\, Kidney cancers etc. For his full profile\, please visit www.drandrewodhiambo.com \n\n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/oncology-testing-in-kenya/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/unnamed-5.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230817T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230817T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230816T100501Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T142657Z UID:8675-1692298800-1692304200@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Nutrition in Cancer; Opportunities for Prevention and Treatment DESCRIPTION:Speaker Profiles \n \n \n \n \n \n Traceyann Njeri Wacheke\nTraceyann is a registered and licensed Dietitian Nutritionist\, with experience of more than 8 years practicing nutrition. She is currently studying for a master’s program in Management\, Organization and Development at the United States International University. She holds a bachelor’s degree in nutrition and dietetics from Mount Kenya University and a postgraduate in Pediatric Nutrition from Boston University. She started her practice in Thika Level V hospital and progressed to Kenyatta University\, Teaching\, Referral\, and Research Hospital where she is currently the Head of the Oncology Nutrition Section. \nTraceyann was one of the key speakers at the 1st annual health conference in KUTRRH on Optimizing African Multidisciplinary Cancer Care\, in July 2022\, and at the Nutrition Symposium on Emerging Trends in Oncology nutrition in November 2022. She has worked in a variety of clinical and community nutrition areas. \nShe has been able to attain several certifications from the European Society for Clinical Nutrition and metabolism in nutrition support in cancer\, communication skills for healthcare\, and nutrition support in neurological diseases. She works side-by-side with doctors in a multidisciplinary team\, helping to care for patients who are fighting malignancies. \nAdditionally\, she works with radiation oncologists to care for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiotherapy. She is a true believer in the prevention of malnutrition for cancer patients and is a passionate advocate for nutrition as a right for all. \n\n \n \n\n \n \n Dr Beth Mbuthia (Moderator)\nBeth Mbuthia is a Medical Oncologist based at the Nyeri County Referral Hospital Cancer Center. \nHer areas of interest in Oncology are breast\, gastric and prostate cancer. \nShe holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery from Moi University\, a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine from University of Nairobi and a fellowship in Medical Oncology from Christian Medical College\, Vellore\, India. \n\n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/nutrition-in-cancer-opportunities-for-prevention-and-treatment/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/nutrition-flyer-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230727T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230727T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230726T101359Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231016T142020Z UID:8631-1690484400-1690489800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Optimizing Care of The HCC Patient DESCRIPTION:Speaker profiles \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Sitna Ali Mwanzi\nSitna Ali Mwanzi is a consultant medical oncologist working at the Kenyatta National Hospital in Nairobi Kenya. \nShe obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi and Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. She undertook a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Barts Health NHS Trust in the United Kingdom attaining a Specialist Certificate in Medical Oncology from the Royal College of Physicians and Association of Cancer Physicians in the United Kingdom. She also has a Master of Science in Advanced Oncology from Ulm University in Germany. \nShe obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi and Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. She undertook a fellowship in Medical Oncology at Barts Health NHS Trust in the United Kingdom attaining a Specialist Certificate in Medical Oncology from the Royal College of Physicians and Association of Cancer Physicians in the United Kingdom. She also has a Master of Science in Advanced Oncology from Ulm University in Germany. \nHer research interests in breast cancer\, lung cancer and CML. \nDr Omar Abdihamid\nDr. Omar Abdihamid is a Clinical Oncologist at Garissa Cancer Center. \nHe holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Oncology from Central South University\, China. \nDr Omar is passionate about cancer care equity in low- and middle-income countries and advocates for culturally based cancer care. He has a keen interest in cancer research and has published multiple publications in international peer-reviewed journals. He is also an a scientific writer\, editor and a reviewer for several cancer journals. \nDr Omar is the recipient of the “2021 Journal of Clinical Oncology\, ASCO Global Oncology Trainee Journal Reviewer Mentoring Program” and “Africa ASCO VOICES 2022”- for highlighting state of cancer care in Kenya. \nHe is a member of: \n\nKenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\nAfrican Organization for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC)\nEuropean Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO)\nAmerican Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)\n\nHis main areas of interest are Esophageal cancers\, Head and Neck cancers\, Lung cancer\, Genitourinary cancers and Breast cancers. \nDr Christopher Opio\nChristopher Opio is an Assistant Professor\, Consultant Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist at Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. \nHe holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery and Master’s Degree in Internal Medicine from Makerere University. He is a Fellow in Hepatology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (UTSW – Dallas). A Fellow in Gastroenterology at Yale University and Founding Fellow of the East & Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nDr Opio has held editorial roles in peer reviewed regional and international journals. \nDr Opio is a current member of ASCO\, EASL\, ESCOP among other regional and International professional bodies. He is a past member of AASLD. \nDr Opio has received several awards in recognition of his work both nationally and globally. His scholarly interests are in digestive\, infectious\, and metabolic diseases/disorders. \nDr Abeid Athman Omar (Moderator)\nAbeid Omar is a Consultant Clinical (medical and radiation) Oncologist and Nuclear Medicine at the Kenyatta University Teaching Research and Referral Hospital (KUTRRH). He also consults for International Cancer Institute – ICI Eldoret\, Kenya. He has keen interest in breast cancer in young women\, oncofertility\, breast cancer research\, radiotherapy\, advocacy and Global Oncology particularly in LMIC. \nDr. Abeid completed his training in Clinical Oncology and Nuclear Medicine in Alexandria University Egypt in 2021. He is a fellow of College of European School of Oncology (ESCO) and he has also successfully passed the ESMO exam to become a certified ESMO oncologist. \nDr. Abeid has conducted researches\, presented abstracts in ESMO\, ASCO\, ESTRO\, St. Gallen\, KESHO conferences and Aga Khan Symposium\, published in peer reviewed journals about breast cancer in young women\, pregnancy associated breast cancer\, pregnancy after breast cancer among others under the close guidance of Prof. Hatem Azim\, who has been mentoring him since 2019. \nDr. Abeid is an active member of several societies including KESHO – where he also serves as a member of the education committee\, ASCO\, ESMO\, ESCO\, Society of Toxicology. In 2019 he was awarded the ASCO Virtual Mentorship Program and currently he is under the mentorship of College of European School of Oncology. Besides\, Dr. Abeid serves as a reviewer for several journals. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/optimizing-care-of-the-hcc-patient/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME) ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/optimizing-hcc-care.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230720T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230720T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071040 CREATED:20230718T110404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T140105Z UID:8619-1689879600-1689885000@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Treatment Options for Metastatic Colorectal Cancer DESCRIPTION:Speaker Profiles \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Abdi hakin Mohamed\n Abdi Hakin Mohamed did his Surgical Residency at the Aga Khan Hospital\, Nairobi and Surgical Oncology Fellowship at the prestigious Memorial Sloan- Kettering Cancer Centre in New York\, USA where he was the first ever Clinical Fellow from the African continent. At Memorial Sloan Kettering\, he worked with world-renowned colorectal surgeons and was involved in research projects in the institution as well as operating on patients using the most highly advanced surgical equipment\, including Robotic Colorectal Surgery for colon and rectal cancer. Dr Abdi has been part of local colorectal cancer trials with his mentor the late Prof Saidi Hassan\, and has published the most widely quoted colorectal cancer study in East Africa. \nDr Abdi works both in the private sector and public sector. He is the Chair of Surgery at the Aga Khan Hospital in Mombasa\, and is currently involved in treating cancer patients who need surgery in Mombasa. He is the coordinator of the fellowship division of the COSECSA (College of Surgeons of East\, Central and Southern Africa) surgical training program at Coast General Teaching and Research Hospital which is the largest COSECSA program in East Africa. \n Dr Angela McLigeyo\nAngela McLigeyo is a licensed Physician and Medical Oncologist practicing in Kenya. She has a Master of Medicine in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi\, a M.Sc. in Clinical Oncology from Ulm University (Germany)\, and a Fellowship in Medical Oncology from the University of Nairobi. In addition\, she obtained a 5-year board certification in Medical Oncology from ESMO in 2019. She has over 17 years of experiences in hospital and clinical settings. \nShe is a member of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, European Society of Medical Oncology (ESMO) and American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). She is also a fellow of the East\, Central and Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nHer core skills are in clinical decision making in internal medicine and oncology\, conducting trainings\, streamlining medical education and conducting research as well as participation in the development of treatment guidelines and protocols. \nDr McLigeyo currently provides comprehensive oncology healthcare at both public and private health facilities\, conducts research in oncology and internal medicine when opportunities arise\, and is engaged in teaching internal medicine and oncology at the Kenyatta University. She has authored several research articles in peer reviewed journals and presented abstracts at several conferences. \n Dr Mercy Gatua (Moderator)\n Mercy Gatua is a Medical Oncologist at the Kenyatta University Teaching Research and Referral Hospital. She received her Medical Oncology Fellowship from the University of Nairobi in 2019. Prior to that\, she earned her MMED in Internal Medicine at the same university (UON). \n Her main interests are in the management of acute leukemia’s\, GI malignancies and Cervical Cancer. She also has an interest in research geared to understanding the genetic basis of cancer. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/treatment-options-for-metastatic-colorectal-cancer/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/metastatic-colorectal-flyer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230713T183000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230713T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071041 CREATED:20230705T115719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240215T102055Z UID:8568-1689273000-1689282000@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Treatment of Lung Cancer with EGFR Mutations DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER PROFILES: \n \n \n \n \n \n Prof Shahin Sayed\nShahin Sayed is Associate Professor & Consultant in Anatomical Pathology and Cytology\, in the Department of Pathology\, Medical College\, Aga Khan University and the current Chair and Laboratory Director of Pathology at AKUH\, Nairobi. \nDr Sayed graduated from the University of Nairobi with a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery degree. She holds a Master of Medicine in General Pathology from the University of Nairobi where she was awarded the best student in Pathology prize. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists\, United Kingdom and a Fellow of the College of Pathologists of East Central and Southern Africa. \nDr. Sayed is the Secretary General of the College of Pathologists of East Central and Southern Africa\, Chair of the Academic Committee of the Senate – East Central and Southern African (ECSA) College of Health Sciences\, Chair of theBoard of Directors of African Strategies for Advancing Pathology (ASAP\, co-chair Technical Working Group (TWG) on Diagnostics for the Cancer Control Programme – Ministry of Health\, Kenya (MoH). \nShe is also a steering committee member and Commissioner for the Lancet Commission on Diagnostics and a member of the Lancet Oncology Commission for Sub-Saharan Africa. She has also been a recent member of the WHO-SAGE IVD Committee (2019-2020). Dr. Sayed is a member of the United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology (USCAP) and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). \nDr. Sayed is in charge of the breast service at AKUHN. Her research interest span oncopathology with a special focus in breast cancer and solid haematolymphoid malignancies. She has several grants and peer reviewed publications in her area of research interest. She has also led research initiatives and interventions that have developed a sustainable model of community-based engagement to improve breast cancer screening and diagnosis. \nDr Andrew Odhiambo\nAndrew Odhiambo is a Consultant Physician/Medical Oncologist & Program Director/Lecturer (Medical Oncology Fellowship Program) at the University of Nairobi. Dr. Andrew holds a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi. He has attended preceptorship training in Haematological Oncology & Infectious Diseases from the University of Maryland Marleen & Stewart Greenbaum Cancer Centre in the United States. He later did his Fellowship in Medical Oncology in the United Kingdom and was certified by the Federation of Royal College of Physicians of the United Kingdom as well as the Association of Cancer Physicians and the European Society for Medical Oncology. He is also a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh as well as the East\, Central & Southern Africa College of Physicians. \nHe is the outgoing Secretary & former Treasurer of Kenya Society of Haematology & Oncology (KESHO). Dr. Andrew is a member of KAP\, ASCO\, ESMO\, AORTIC & ECSACOP. Dr. Andrew serves as an expert advisor for local and international bodies i.e. MOH\, Kenya Cancer Prevention TWG\, ASCO & NCCN Cancer Treatment Guidelines Committees. He has published several articles on cancer in both international and local peer reviewed scientific journals. \nDr. Andrew was awarded the prestigious Business Daily Africa Top 40 under 40 men in the year 2017. He is passionate about cancer education and awareness especially through digital platforms. He has over 50 appearances in mainstream local and international TV and print media promoting cancer awareness. \nHis key areas of sub specialization and interest include Colon cancer\, Stomach cancer\, Breast Cancer\, Pancreatic\, Liver & Bile Duct cancer\, Cancer or Unknown Primary\, Lymphoma as well as newer treatments i.e. Immunotherapy & Targeted therapy for Colon\, Skin\, Lung\, Kidney cancers etc. For his full profile\, please visit www.drandrewodhiambo.com \nProf Mohsen Mokhtar\nMohsen Mokhtar is a Professor of Clinical Oncology in Al-Kasr Al-Aini Medical School and Cairo University\, Cairo Egypt. Prof Mokhtar assisted in developing the syllabus and course structure at Al-Kasr Al-Aini\, as well as\, supervised several research programs and theses. \nProf Mokhtar is the managing Director of Cairo University Center of Oncology and Nuclear Medicine NEMROCK and the President of CANSURVIVE. \nProf Mokhtar has published more than 50 articles in several regional magazines in topics including: breast\, lung\, pediatric\, colorectal\, ovarian malignancies NHL and hematologic malignancies. Professionally\, he has more than 20 years of experience in hospital management. He is currently the chief medical director in Elaj group covering the clinical and medical audit of group facilities. \nDr Njoki Njiraini (Moderator)\nNjoki Njiraini is a Consultant Clinical Oncologist based at the Kenyatta National Hospital. \nShe has been key in instituting multidisciplinary meetings\, problem oriented research in the department\, and streamlining patient care within the oncology clinics in the public and private sector. \nDr Njiraini holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Nairobi\, a Master’s Degree in Radiation Oncology from the University of Cape Town\, is a Fellow of the College of Radiation Oncology (FCRO) South Africa and a graduate of the Harvard POETIC Fellowship programme. \n\n \n \n \n \n Gallery \n \n \n \n \n \n [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”2″ gal_title=”Lung Cancer EGFR”] \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/treatment-of-lung-cancer-with-egfr-mutations/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Lung-cancer-register-btn.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230622T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230622T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071041 CREATED:20230613T100139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230704T142422Z UID:8451-1687460400-1687465800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Immunotherapy options for the treatment of NSCLC DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER PROFILES: \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Manel Haj Mansour\nManel Haj Mansour is a Consultant Physician and board certified Medical Oncologist currently working at the Aga Khan University Hospital. She was formerly a consultant medical oncologist at Texas Cancer Centre\, Nairobi and also worked as a consultant medical oncologist and a lecturer at Abderrahmen University Hospital\, Tunisia. \nDr. Mansour graduated from the Faculty of Medicine of Tunis in 2012 and completed medical oncology residency in 2017.\nShe holds: \n\nA certificate of completion of Oncologic Science Course on line in Breast Cancer\nTreatments from The Africa Breast University.\n\nA certificate of medical oncology training on XXXIIth course antitumor\nchemotherapy and cancer medical treatment at Gustave Roussy Institute Paris\, France.\n\n\nA post graduate certificate in Prevention and Palliative Care in Oncology\, Faculty of Medicine of Sousse.\nA post graduate certificate in Thoracic Oncology\, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis.\nA post graduate certificate in Breast Disease\, Faculty of Medicine of Tunis.\n\nShe is a member of ESMO\, ASCO\, STOM (Tunisian Society of Medical Oncology) and KESHO. Her areas of interest include breast cancer\, lung cancer\, gastrointestinal cancers\, gynecological and genitourinary cancers. \nDr Naftali Busakhala (Moderator)\nNaftali Busakhala is a Senior Lecturer and specialist Physician at Moi University and Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital. He is the departmental postgraduate coordinator at the department of pharmacology and toxicology at Moi University. He is the co-chairman of the Ampath Oncology working group. Dr Busakhala is the principal investigator of the AIDS Malignancy Consortium\, Moi University Site. He is also the principal investigator of the Lung and Breast Cancer Projects. \nHe is also a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute of Prevention and Research\, Lyon France. He has published widely in peer reviewed journals.\nDr Busakhala is the Chairperson of the Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO). \nHe holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Moi University and a Masters of Medicine in Internal Medicine from University of Nairobi. He also received post graduate training in Pharmacology from Tianjin University China and Makerere University Uganda. He was a Fogarty trainee in Haematology and Oncology at Brown University\, USA. \n \n  \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/immunotherapy-options-for-the-treatment-of-nsclc/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/imunotherapy-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230615T180000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230615T210000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071041 CREATED:20230524T115409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T085106Z UID:7839-1686852000-1686862800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Management of Relapsed/Refractory DLBCL DESCRIPTION:OUTLINE \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThe DLBCL Patient Journey: a series of patient cases\, highlighting key moments where decisions made affect the outcomes for those patients.\nTreating Relapsed/Refractory DLBCL in 2023: Patient Outcomes: The latest updates in treatment of Relapsed/Refractory DLBCL. What do the guidelines say in 2023? What does the future hold? The role played by cost in treatment decisions for DLBCL patients\nBone Marrow Transplant in refractory lymphoma. Is this an option in our setting?\n\n\n \n \n\n \n \n SPEAKER PROFILES:\nProf Malkit Riyat\nMalkit Riyat is an Associate Professor in Haematology and Consultant Haematologist\, he completed his MBChB from the University of Nairobi in 1978. He was awarded a World Health Organization (WHO) scholarship and went on to do his membership in haematology from The Royal Infirmary\, Glasgow in 1987. He was appointed as a Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists in Haematology in 1997. He was Conferred fellowship of the College of Pathologists East Central and Southern Africa in 2014. He obtained a Certificate of Competence in Malignant Lymphomas (CCL) in 2017 – 2018 from University of ULM\, Germany. \nProf. Riyat has authored multiple publications in peer review journals as well as many abstracts and has served on the editorial board of multiple peer review journals. He has been instrumental in graduate medical education\, developing the curricula for the clinical pathology residency program and served as the first program director when the residency was initially initiated at the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi. In 2002 he successfully implemented and coordinated the GIPAP program in Kenya through which patients with CML\, GIST and several other disorders get free access to glivec. \nAreas of Interest\n\nMalignant Lymphomas\nMultiple Myeloma\nLow grade lymphoproliferative disorders (CLL\, follicular lymphomas\, Mantle Zone lymphomas etc)\nChronic myeloid leukemia (CML)\nMyeloproliferative neoplasms / Myelodysplastic syndromes (PRV\, ET\, PMF\, CMML)\nDeficiency anaemias\nSickle cell disease\nThrombotic and Hemostatic disorders\n\nDr Douglas Nyandika\nDouglas Nyandika is a Senior Registrar in Internal Medicine at the Nairobi Hospital\, and is currently a fellow in Medical Oncology at the University of Nairobi. \nHe holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s in Internal Medicine from the University of Nairobi. \nHis current interests are in both hematologic malignancies especially lymphomas and leukaemia’s. In the area of solid tumours\, he is interested in cancers of the breast\, GI cancers and lung cancers with integration of novel therapies in their management. \nDr Nyandika is fascinated by African writers like Chimamanda Ngozi\, Akwaeke Emezi and Jennifer Nansubuga. Inspired by spiritual books by Paulo Coelho\, Michael Singer\, and Eckhart Tolle. \n  \nDr Rohini Radia\nRohini Radia completed her medical degree and postgraduate sub-specialty training in the UK. She obtained her MBChB degree in 1999. She continued with postgraduate training and obtained the MRCP (UK) qualification in internal medicine in 2005. She was a Specialist Registrar in haematology on a 5 year training programme at University Hospitals Bristol NHS Trust and obtained FRCPath(Haem) in 2005. \nDuring her haematology training and work as a consultant\, she pursued an interest in malignant haematology and allogeneic transplantation. She has extensive experience in haematology with a special interest in myeloid malignancies and bone marrow transplantation\, including 10 years at consultant level at The Russell Centre for Clinical Haematology\, Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Dr Radia is a Kenyan and is keen to contribute her clinical expertise where there is a huge unmet clinical need in the area of stem cell transplantation. In January 2023\, she returned home and started as BMT Consultant at the The Nairobi West Hospital. \nHer BMT experience spans all aspects of stem cell transplantation from patient and donor selection to appropriate selection of conditioning protocol\, GVHD prophylaxis and post-transplant management of immune suppression\, acute and chronic GVHD and late effects. She worked closely with the Anthony Nolan transplant registry. She was the lead consultant for myelodysplasia\, GVHD and apheresis. Dr Radia carried out the first syngeneic stem cell transplant at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Clinical research has been an interest she has consolidated by active participation in clinical trials. \nProf Nicholas Othieno-Abinya (Moderator)\nNicholas Anthony Othieno-Abinya is a Consultant Medical Oncologist at the Nairobi Hospital Cancer Centre. He was formerly Professor of Medicine at the University of Nairobi\, Kenya\, where he was the director of Medical Oncology Fellowship Program and also the head of Haematology/Oncology at the University of Nairobi and Kenyatta National Hospital\, Nairobi. In 2009 and 2010 he was Head of Oncology at Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. \nHe holds a Master’s degree in Internal Medicine of the University of Nairobi\, completed fellowship in Medical Oncology at the Royal London Hospital (University of London) in 1992\, and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh. \nHis research interests are in malignant haematology and breast cancer\, in which he has published widely in peer-reviewed journals. He also has keen interest in molecular oncology. He has also authored a text book titled Drug Treatment of Haematologic Neoplasms. He has also co-authored cancer booklets\, and has written chapters in several books. His latest book titled ‘Shadow in Perpetuity’ by Lambert Publishers was released in December 2019. \nDr. Othieno-Abinya is a member of American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)\, and served in its International Affairs Committee from 2010-2012; Africa Organization for Research and Training in Cancer (AORTIC)\, having been Vice Chair for Eastern Africa and was a long time member of Council; and European Society for Medical Oncology (ESMO). He founded Kenya Society of Haematology and Oncology (KESHO)\, of which he was the first Chair\, and is still its Patron. His outstanding academic achievements were profiled in the University of Nairobi magazine\,’ Varsity Focus’ of September 2017. \nDr Wangulu Collins (Co-Moderator)\nWangulu Collins is a Consultant General Pathologist and Lecturer at the Department of Human Pathology\, School of Medicine\, Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture & Technology (JKUAT). \nHe holds an undergraduate degree in Medicine & Surgery\, a Master’s Degree in Public Health (MPH) and Masters of Medicine (Human Pathology). \nDr Wangulu currently practice as a General Pathologist at the JKUAT Medical School Teaching Hospitals (Thika Level 5 Hospital & Mama Lucy Kibaki Hospital) and consult for private hospitals in Nairobi\, Kenya. Career interests; Research\, Teaching and Clinical Practice. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal \n \n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n CME Photos URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/management-of-relapsed-refractory-dlbcl/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/DLCBL-new-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230608T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230608T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071041 CREATED:20230524T115204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T085054Z UID:7837-1686250800-1686256200@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Palliative Care and Survivorship DESCRIPTION:Dr Joyfrida Chepchumba\nJoyfrida Chepchumba is currently the Program Officer in charge of Treatment\, Palliative Care\, and Survivorship Pillar at the National Cancer Control Program. She coordinates all activities pertaining to cancer treatment\, including partnering with health experts in both public and private sector to develop policies and guidelines to inform best practice in cancer treatment. She has coordinated development of several health policies related to cancer management including the first Kenyan Palliative Care Policy. Other policy documents under development include the National Radiotherapy protocols and Rehabilitation guidelines for children with cancer. She also oversees the M-saratani mobile platform\, an e-learning platform which hosts content on early diagnosis of cancer targeting primary healthcare workers in the country. She has been working with the Ministry of Health\, Kenya for over 10 years in the public health system. \nShe is a pharmacist with a Master’s degree in Health Economics and Policy and a Bachelor Degree in Pharmacy both from the University of Nairobi. \nDr Chepchumba previously worked at the National Quality Control Laboratory for seven years as a senior analyst where she oversaw ensuring quality of medicines and medical products through standardized analytical procedures. She is an active member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya (PSK) the umbrella body for all pharmacists in Kenya.\nShe has submitted abstracts to different local and international conferences including the World Cancer Congress (2022)\, Kenya Society of Hematology and Oncology (2022)\, Oncology Nurses Chapter (2022) PSK (2015). \nShe is passionate about collaborations in developing robust heath systems to improve the quality of life for patients in the oncology space. \nDr John Weru\nJohn Weru is an assistant Professor in Pain & Palliative Medicine at the Aga Khan University Hospital. He chairs the Hospital Ethics Committee at the institution and leads the East African Steering Committee in Palliative Care (EAPCSC) within the Aga Khan Health Services. He is the chair of the board of the Kenya Hospices and Palliative Care Association( KEHPCA). He is a faculty member with the ECHO-PACA II and the CK-BTI projects. \nHe is a peer reviewer with the Journal of Supportive Care in Cancer and sub-editor of the Palliative Medicine and Hospice Care Open journal. He has published peer reviewed articles and written multiple book chapters. He is the local PI for a multinational study ” ECHO Telementoring to Improve Quality of Palliative Care in Zambia\, Kenya\, Nigeria\, Ghana\, South Africa\, and India. \nLilian Obetto\nLilian is the CEO of Retailpay; a retail solution-oriented technology platform\, and a cancer warrior\, who believes that cancer does not define who she is and her quality of life after trans versing the cancer journey for well over a decade. \nBack in 2011 she had lumps on her breast and upon visiting a gynecologist\, she was misdiagnosed. In 2012. the lumps were bigger\, she had the first successful surgery\, a lumpectomy. In mid-2017\, there were metastases to the Femur bones and Nodes to the lungs\, Lilian had a surgery where she had a rod implant on her left hips; this was after she had done sessions of Radiotherapy\, chemotherapy\, thereafter oral tablets\, and Complex Chemotherapy which unfortunately\, Lilian could not afford to the end. \nIn May 2020\, Lilian started experiencing tremors in her hand and she suffered a mild stroke\, the cancer had spread to Lilian’s brain. In November 2021 her mobility was compromised\, leading to a brain surgery done in March 2022\, thereafter Bone brain craniotomy in February 2023. \nLilian visits and encourages other cancer warriors including children with cancer; she is grateful to The Rotary who play a key role in these activities. Lilian advocates for better cancer management to the government. In November 2019 when she was graciously invited to speak where the current head of state then Deputy President was the guest of Honor- to this end there were changes made upon her request to The Head of state. \nn March 2021 she initiated a cancer awareness talk in Nyakach\, where 40 people attended. She shares her journey on her first book called Unbowed- How God rescued me from different storms” In this book Lilian has penned down a message to the head of state once again and believes that he will continue listening and helping those affected with cancer. \nMrs Mercy Kamau\nMercy Kamau is a Senior Palliative Care Nurse\, Consultant and Trainer on health issues. She is a Kenya-registered Nurse/ Midwife. United Kingdom registered Nurse and holds a higher diploma in high dependency unit nursing. She has many years of clinical experience with the critically ill patients both in Kenya and United Kingdom. \nMercy worked as a clinical instructor at the Nairobi hospital and a senior nurse in Aga khan ICU\, Manchester NHS trust U.K in the Acute cardiology ward and head of clinical department at Nairobi hospice. \nShe holds a higher diploma in Palliative care from Oxford Brookes University and have a BSc in palliative care from Makerere university. \nMercy is currently pursuing a Master’s degree in Palliative care specializing in children palliative care at Makerere university. She trains at Nairobi Hospice as a part time lecturer in their palliative care diploma course\, affiliated to Oxford Brookes University. \nMuthoni Mate\nMuthoni Mate is a professional epidemiologist with over 15 years’ experience in health research and health systems strengthening within the African Continent. Her experience with end-to-end implementation of medical research programs and her aptitude for community-rooted solutions lend themselves very strongly to the type of solutions that Africa is moving towards. This involves the designing and implementing of innovative African health solutions with a global mindset. \nMuthoni is a person living with Cancer and her experience crystalized the realities of lack of reliable information\, under resources and a fragmented healthcare system on the outcomes of a cancer diagnosis. This redefined her world view and reaffirmed her contribution in the battle against all types of cancer which lead to the establishment of The Cancer Café (www.cancer-cafe.org) – an innovative non-profit organization that tailor- makes solutions for people living with cancer by linking them to resources and simplified\, holistic\, credible\, consistent information about cancer prevention\, management and rehabilitation. \nMuthoni has been involved in the generation and implementation of key governance in cancer prevention and management -The Kenya Cancer Policy 2019-2020 and the Kenya National Cancer Control Strategy 2012 – 2020 among others. \nShe also seats on various technical advisory forums\, The National Cancer institute of Kenya and the Non-Communicable Disease ICC Monitoring\, Evaluation and Research. She is also a Rotarian – a humanitarian institution with the mission of service above self. \nSidney Misigo Chahonyo\nSidney is a confident\, assertive\, goal-oriented professional\, with over 13 years’ experience in the public\, private and social impact sectors. Sidney is an 18-year cancer survivor (cancer of the postnasal space) dedicated to changing the cancer landscape and is passionate about creating lasting social impact with regard to holistic childhood cancer care in Kenya. \nHe serves as the Executive Director of Hope for Cancer Kids\, Kenya. He sits on the board of the Kenyan Network of Cancer Organizations (KENCO) and He is a member of the African Regional Committee of Childhood Cancer International (CCI). Sidney is a member of the technical working group for Childhood Cancer and also a member of the TWG on Prevention\, Screening\, & Early Detection (PSED) at the National Cancer Control Program\, Kenya. \nMs Benda N. Kithaka (Moderator)\nBenda Kithaka is a Health Advocacy & Behaviour Change Communications Specialist\, with over 20 years’ experience in communications\, research\, and health advocacy. \nShe is the founder of KILELE Health Association\, a Kenyan non-profit organization located in Nairobi\, with a mandate to operate in the country’s 47 Counties. \nKILELE Health specializes in empowering people living with chronic conditions (cancer and other NCDs) and their caregivers to use their lived experiences as advocacy tools for disease prevention\, stigma reduction and improvement of quality of life beyond the diagnosis. The organization is committed to engaging members and other stakeholders in improving the understanding of quality of life issues. Current programmes focus on advocacy\, behaviour change communications\, capacity building\, and exchange of best practice\, research\, and resourcing. This is achieved through promotion of physical activity\, mental wellness\, financial wellness and pursuit of optimal health; as tools for the attainment of wellbeing. \nBenda sits on various global\, regional and local Technical Working Groups in an advocacy and advisory role. She co-chairs the AORTIC Advocacy Special Interest Group regionally in Africa\, and in Kenya is Co-Chair of the STOP Cervical Cancer technical working group. She is also a Trainer\, Facilitator and Public Speaker in advocacy for Women’s Health. Previously she served on the Board of Women4Cancer for nine years\, a Kenyan NGO she co-founded in 2012\, whose Vision is a Cervical Cancer Free Kenya. \nShe has received various awards including the International Gynecologic Cancer Society (IGCS) Distinguished Advocacy Award 2019\, the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC) award to participate as the civil society voice in the Regional Consultation on the Elimination of Cervical Cancer in the African Region (May 2019). She is also the Cancer Ambassador of the Year 2016 in Kenya. \nAn alumni of the AORTIC Master Cancer Advocacy Trainer Programme in 2013\, her advocacy work includes writing the WHO Regional Office for Africa Advocacy for Cervical Cancer Prevention and Control in Africa Facilitator Manual in 2015 – 2017\, and Master Training of Expert Trainers of Trainers from 10 WHO AFRO Countries in use of the toolkit in Africa (2017). \nTo complement her advocacy with systems strengthening\, she undertook an Executive Diploma in Leading High Performing Healthcare Organisations Program (LeHHO) at the Strathmore Business School: Institute of Healthcare Management in Kenya (2016). In 2020\, she was also trained as a MOTH Story Teller\, a skill she is using to inspire others to tell their stories in advocacy\, acting as a catalyst for change. \nUnder the KILELE Challenge\, Benda summited Mt. Kenya Climb with Cancer Survivors in September 2020\, to highlight cancer survivorship challenges and advocate for post treatment empowerment of women cancer survivors across Sub-Sahara Africa. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Webinar Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/palliative-care-and-survivorship/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/palliative-care.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230518T190000 DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20230518T203000 DTSTAMP:20260424T071041 CREATED:20230525T054022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230620T114931Z UID:7894-1684436400-1684441800@kesho-kenya.org SUMMARY:Ovarian Cancer DESCRIPTION:SPEAKER PROFILES: \nDr Khadija Warfa \nKhadija Warfa is a Consultant Gynecologic Oncologist\, who completed her gynaecological oncology fellowship at the University of Calgary\, Canada. \nCurrently Dr. Warfa is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at The Aga Khan University Hospital\, where she had done her Obstetrics and Gynecology residency training. She is involved in the training and supervision of postgraduate students. \nDr. Warfa is a member of the African Cancer Coalition and European society of gynecologic oncology (ESGO). She is involved in the Harmonized NCCN guidelines and is a technical advisor to the Kenya National cancer treatment protocols with the objective to reduce mortality related to Gynecologic Cancers in Kenya. \nDr Amina Kidee Habib \nAmina K. Habib is a Medical Oncologist at the Aga Khan University Hospital\, Nairobi. \nShe holds a Master of Medicine in Internal medicine and Fellowship in Medical Oncology from the University of Nairobi. \nDr Habib was previously the Head of the Oncology Department\, Aga Khan Hospital in Mombasa where she championed multi-disciplinary approach to cancer management at the facility aimed at improving patient outcomes and organized several awareness campaign activities. \nDr. Habib has keen interest in breast cancer\, GI malignancy\, and translational research. \nShe also has a keen interest in mentorship program aimed at bridging gaps in clinical practise among young medical/clinical practitioners. \nModerator: Dr Gregory Ganda \nGregory Ganda is a renowned Gynecologist oncologist at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH). He currently runs the oncology clinic at the facility and does his private practice at various private facilities in Kisumu including but not limited to the Bloom surgical center\, Aga Khan Hospital\, Kisumu Specialist Hospital. He runs the gynecology oncology clinic at JOOTRH on Tuesdays and splits the rest of his time in the wards and in the theatre. \nDr Ganda is currently the County Executive Committee (CEC) Member for Health in Kisumu County (County Minister for Health) \nHis work as a medical officer in remote areas in Voi\, where women had bad obstetric outcomes led him to start the hot tea initiative (where women who had delivered were given hot tea and baby shawls as a motivation for hospital delivery)\, renovation and opening of the theater which led to his special recognition and Master’s sponsorship. He went into Oncology after having met many patients with poor survival rates after lack of access to specialty care and wanted to make a difference. \nHis vision for the Kisumu County Cancer Alliance is to have a platform where all like-minded partners work together for the common good of the people of Kisumu to improve cancer outcomes by having an infrastructure for screening\, early detection\, and treatment to improve survival for cancer patients. \nHis hobbies involve being outdoors\, traveling\, hiking\, and rock climbing. \nDr Ganda has a Master of Medicine in Gynecology oncology from Makerere University and a fellowship in gynecology oncology from Moi University in collaboration with the University of Toronto. He previously worked at the Coast General hospital\, Ngao district hospital\, and Migori county hospital. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Recording \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dear Guest\, this content is restricted to only KESHO Members. \n \n Access our Membership Page \n \n Fill in the Membership Form \n \n Access Membership Portal URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/ovarian-cancer-3/ CATEGORIES:CME 2023,Continuing Medical Education (CME),Webinar Recording Available ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://kesho-kenya.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/WhatsApp-Image-2023-05-15-at-4.20.27-PM.jpeg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR