Neurosurgery University of Nairobi

Overview

The knowledge and skills acquired during the training will consolidate the competency of the neurosurgeons and enable them to meet challenges in patient care, research and leadership in the field.

Surgical training in Neurosurgery at the University of Nairobi is premised on a solid background in basic science and practical clinical knowledge, which provides opportunities for training of highly qualified and competent surgeons to serve the Kenyan population as well as have a global impact. 

All surgical residents receive extensive training in preoperative evaluation in the clinic and hospital settings, intraoperative technique, postoperative, critical care management, and follow-up care. 

Residents rotate through several units within Kenyatta National Hospital and other hospitals, allowing for diversity, breadth and depth of training. In these training settings, the surgical residents are taught, supervised and evaluated by surgical faculty. 

Operative and non-operative patient care training is provided with appropriate levels of supervision by faculty members to promote progressive autonomy of trainees that is consistent with University policy.

Career prospects

Graduates end up in successful employment in private sector, public sector or academia. The programme can also lead to sub-specialization training in any of the Neurosurgery sub-specialties.  

Attachment Opportunities: These include Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kijabe Mission Hospital, Kenyatta University Teaching Referral and Research Hospital, Aga Khan University Hospital, Coast General Referral Hospital.