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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20260514T190000
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SUMMARY:Melanoma Care in Practice: Integrating Dermatology\, Surgery & Oncology
DESCRIPTION:Moderator: Dr Stephen Chege\nDate: 14th May 2026\nSPEAKERS: Dr. Hannah Wanyika\, Dr. Esther Gathura\, Dr. Angela McLigeyo \nThis session examined melanoma care across the clinical pathway\, from recognition of suspicious skin lesions to biopsy\, excision\, reconstruction\, staging and systemic treatment. \nA central theme was the importance of early suspicion and timely tissue diagnosis. Dr. Hannah Wanyika highlighted practical indications for biopsy\, including new or changing pigmented lesions\, non-healing ulcers\, evolving moles and lesions that differ from surrounding skin. The discussion reinforced the use of the ABCDE approach and the “ugly duckling” sign\, while emphasizing that changing lesions on the palms\, soles\, nails and scalp should not be dismissed. \nDr. Esther Gathura explored the surgical and reconstructive dimensions of melanoma care\, particularly the realities of acral melanoma\, which is common in African populations and often presents late. She emphasized the role of mapping biopsies\, Breslow thickness\, ulceration\, nodal assessment and multidisciplinary planning in balancing oncologic safety with function\, especially for weight-bearing areas of the foot. \nDr. Angela McLigeyo outlined the major advances in systemic therapy for advanced melanoma\, including immune checkpoint inhibitors\, targeted therapy and emerging treatment strategies. While immunotherapy has transformed outcomes globally\, the session also acknowledged access\, affordability and the urgent need for local data to guide treatment decisions in Kenya and the region. \nAcross the session\, a consistent message emerged: optimal melanoma care depends on early recognition\, accurate biopsy\, careful staging\, function-preserving surgery and realistic access to effective systemic therapy. \nKey Takeaways \n\nChanging pigmented lesions\, non-healing ulcers and suspicious nail or acral lesions require timely biopsy.\nThe ABCDE rule and “ugly duckling” sign remain useful tools in clinical assessment.\nAcral melanoma presents distinct diagnostic and surgical challenges in African settings.\nSurgical management must balance clear margins\, staging and functional reconstruction.\nImmunotherapy and targeted treatment have changed advanced melanoma care\, but access and local evidence remain key challenges.
URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/melanoma-care-in-practice-integrating-dermatology-surgery-oncology/
CATEGORIES:CME 2026,Continuing Medical Education (CME)
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20260521T190000
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SUMMARY:Bladder Cancer Care
DESCRIPTION:SPEAKERS: Dr. Patrick Mbuthia\, Dr. Helena Musau\, Dr Mohammed Ezzi\nDate: 21st May 2026\nModerator: Dr. Sitna Mwanzi \nThis session examined bladder cancer through a multidisciplinary lens\, bringing together surgical\, radiotherapeutic and systemic treatment perspectives across the continuum of care. \nA central theme was the need for accurate staging and risk-adapted management. Dr. Patrick Mbuthia discussed the role of transurethral resection of bladder tumour (TURBT) in diagnosis\, staging and treatment\, particularly for non-muscle invasive disease. The importance of complete resection\, adequate detrusor muscle in the specimen\, careful imaging and attention to complications was emphasized as central to subsequent treatment decisions. \nDr. Helena Musau highlighted the evolving role of radiotherapy in bladder preservation\, especially through tri-modality therapy combining maximal TURBT\, concurrent chemoradiation and structured response assessment. The discussion also addressed patient selection\, surveillance\, salvage options\, palliative radiotherapy for symptoms\, and the value of newer radiotherapy techniques in reducing toxicity while preserving quality of life. \nDr. Mohammed Ezzi reviewed systemic treatment across non-muscle invasive\, muscle invasive and metastatic bladder cancer. He outlined the role of intravesical therapy\, BCG\, cisplatin eligibility\, immunotherapy\, maintenance strategies and emerging options such as antibody-drug conjugates and targeted agents\, while noting that cost and availability continue to shape real-world treatment in Kenya. \nAcross the session\, a consistent message emerged: improving bladder cancer outcomes requires timely diagnosis\, high-quality TURBT\, multidisciplinary decision-making and treatment pathways that reflect both evidence and local access reality. \nKey Takeaways \n\nBladder cancer management depends on accurate staging and distinction between non-muscle invasive and muscle invasive disease.\nHigh-quality TURBT with adequate muscle sampling is central to diagnosis and treatment planning.\nTrimodality therapy offers bladder preservation for carefully selected patients.\nSystemic therapy is rapidly evolving with immunotherapy\, maintenance approaches and antibody-drug conjugates.\nLocal data are needed to address African patterns of disease\, including schistosomiasis-associated squamous cell carcinoma.\n\n 
URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/bladder-cancer-care/
CATEGORIES:CME 2026,Continuing Medical Education (CME)
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20260528T190000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20260528T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T232443
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SUMMARY:Advancing Care Through Multidisciplinary Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:The Brain Tumour JourneyAdvancing Care Through Multidisciplinary Collaboration \nDate: 28th May 2026Time: 7 PM – 8:30 PM EATwww.kesho-kenya.org \nSpeakers & Topics\nDr. Michael MagohaConsultant Neurological Surgeon & Lecturer\, University of Nairobi\, Co-Founder Brain Tumor Association of KenyaThe Beginning of the Brain Tumor Journey – A Neurosurgeon’s Perspective \nDr. Sarah MumaPaediatric Haemato-Oncologist\, Kenyatta National HospitalMultidisciplinary Management of Brain Tumors: Optimizing Outcomes Through Collaborative Care \nParmenas Minda OkwemaSenior Lecturer\, Department of Human Pathology\, University of Nairobi\, Chairman and Founder\, Brain Tumor Association of KenyaUnderstanding Brain Tumour Diagnosis: Pathology Principles and Diagnostic Challenges \nRN Celine KilanyaPaediatric Oncology Nurse\, Kenyatta National HospitalHolistic and Supportive Care in Brain Tumour Management: The Oncology Nurse’s Role in Patient Navigation \nMr. David L. Oluoch-Olunya (Moderator)Consultant Neurological Surgeon\, The Nairobi Hospital & Senior Lecturer\, Aga Khan University Hospital \n    	\n        CLICK TO REGISTER
URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/advancing-care-through-multidisciplinary-collaboration/
CATEGORIES:CME 2026,Continuing Medical Education (CME)
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20261119T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Nairobi:20261121T170000
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SUMMARY:The 9th Kenya International Cancer Conference
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URL:https://kesho-kenya.org/event/2026-kenya-international-cancer-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinar Recording Available
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