The Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) in partnership with partnered with the Novo Nordisk Foundation, the Ministry of Health, and various stakeholders has today unveiled the Partnership for Health Professionals (PEP) to address the rising cases of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs), particularly Cardiovascular Diseases (CVDs), which have accounted for 50% of hospital admissions and 55% of hospital deaths in recent years.
Health Cabinet Secretary Ms. Nakhumicha. Wafula welcomed the project during the launch held at KMTC Gatundu. She underscored the project’s potential to tackle critical health challenges and acknowledged the pivotal role KMTC will play in its implementation. Emphasizing the need for fit-for-purpose health professionals, networking, exchange programs, and knowledge-sharing initiatives, Nakhumicha highlighted their role in efficiently scaling up best practices and innovative approaches.
Cabinet Secretary for Public Service, Performance, and Delivery Management Hon. Moses Kuria, present at the event, reflected on the construction of the Gatundu campus during his tenure as the MP for Gatundu South. Hon. Kuria acknowledged the strong relationship between the College and the government and encouraged further collaborations to enhance healthcare solutions.
Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards Mary Muthoni affirmed that the project aligns with the government’s priority of addressing life-threatening diseases and reducing health expenditure. She stressed the urgent need for Kenya to confront the escalating global health threat posed by CMDs.
Area MP Hon. Gabriel Kigombe highlighted the importance of early interventions in combating cardiometabolic diseases, which annually claim 10% of deaths in Kenya alone.
KMTC Board Chairperson Mr. Joseah K. Cheruiyot, in a statement read by Director Hardlyne Lusui, assured the provision of necessary support for the program’s success. He emphasized the paramount role of the Board as a training arm of the government for middle-level medical professionals, stating the importance of equipping health workers with the skills and knowledge required to face the challenges presented by Cardiometabolic Diseases.
Expressing gratitude to the partners, KMTC CEO Dr. Kelly Oluoch affirmed the College’s commitment to providing quality training. Dr. Oluoch underscored the significance of partnerships in shaping the training curriculum and preparing health professionals for the evolving healthcare landscape.
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