Donation of a leica surgical microscope by the SHARE team.
The University of Nairobi, Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH), and the Surgeons in Humanitarian Alliance for Reconstructive, Research and Education (SHARE) have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening microsurgery training and reconstructive surgical care through a collaborative programme that brought together residents, faculty, consultants, and institutional leaders in Nairobi.
The engagement featured a comprehensive programme that included resident research presentations, a microsurgery simulation laboratory, flap cadaver dissection, and the management of a live surgical case in theatre led by visiting SHARE surgeons Dr. Andrea Pusic, Dr. Michelle Coriddi, and Dr. Danielle Rochlin. The sessions provided a valuable platform for hands-on learning, skills transfer, and academic exchange in reconstructive and plastic surgery.
A major highlight of the event was the donation of a leica surgical microscope by the SHARE team. The equipment is expected to significantly enhance both surgical training and patient care at KNH by supporting precision in complex reconstructive and microsurgical procedures. It will also strengthen the hospital’s capacity to train fellows and residents while improving service delivery to patients in need of specialized care.
The programme was held in collaboration with the University of Nairobi Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, the Plastic Surgery Thematic Unit led by Prof. Ferdinand Nangole, Kenyatta National Hospital, the Kenya Society of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons, and SHARE.
Speaking during the event, KNH Acting CEO Dr. William Sigilai Lesiyampe underscored the longstanding partnership between KNH and the UoN, noting that the two institutions have trained doctors who continue to serve not only in Kenya but across the world. He emphasized that such partnerships are essential in advancing healthcare, strengthening institutions, and expanding impact beyond national borders.
Dr. Lesiyampe described the donated microscope as a game changer for patients seeking specialized services at KNH and noted that the collaboration is helping build surgical capacity not only for Kenya, but for Africa. He encouraged trainees to use their knowledge and skills to serve humanity and contribute to global change.
Faculty of Health Sciences Dean, Prof. Daniel Ojuka, noted that the collaboration is important not only for surgical training but also for service delivery to patients seeking care at KNH. He emphasized that meaningful collaboration among institutions can help make the world a better place through shared knowledge, expertise, and innovation.
The training also formed part of the celebrations marking 125 years of life-changing surgical milestones, underscoring the role of innovation, partnership, and specialized education in transforming lives. Through fellowship programmes and similar initiatives, surgeons continue to sharpen critical skills that are essential for quality patient care and improved outcomes.
Speaking on behalf of the visiting SHARE team, Dr. Andrea Pusic expressed appreciation for the warm welcome and the opportunity to work alongside local partners. She encouraged participants to make good use of the knowledge and skills acquired and to remain committed to continuous learning and professional growth.
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