In this bold and unfiltered episode of Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. Japheth Okewa Siome, a newly appointed Medical Superintendent in rural Kenya, joins Dr. Nyadimu Festus for a deep dive into the realities of leading in Kenya’s public health sector.
They unpack the politics of healthcare, the dysfunction in public hospitals, and the frustrations young medics face in leadership roles. The conversation also highlights the importance of holistic, well-rounded medical training, with a special applause for Maseno University School of Medicine.
The two tackle pressing national issues like the State Health Authority (SHA), the state of health insurance in Kenya, and offer practical, actionable solutions for breaking the current stalemate in healthcare financing and service delivery.
👉 A must-listen for medical professionals, students, policy enthusiasts, and anyone passionate about fixing Kenya’s healthcare system from within.
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