Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology

The practice of obstetrics and gynecology involves the care of women when they are pregnant (obstetrics) and when they have problems related to the reproductive system.
The department offers the course of Obstetrics and Gynaecology to Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery students, in their 4th year of study. The department also services departments of Nursing Sciences and The School of Public Health on reproductive health related issues and postgraduate students’ supervision.

MISSION
Our mission is to produce highly competent, responsive and committed human reproductive health practitioners who can work in diverse settings locally and internationally.

VISION
To be a centre of excellence in Obstetrics and Gynaecology training, teaching and learning, be an Obstetrical centre that will inform policy and as well as offer technical advice on reproductive health issues

CORE VALUES
To provide mentorship to students in Obstetrics and Gynaecology to be able to uphold values of professionalism, ethical practices, preservation of life, integrity, and respect of client diversity and confidentiality.

OBJECTIVES
The objectives of the core Obstetrics and Gynaecology and reproductive health curriculum are as follows;

1. Acquisition of basic knowledge of growth and development, and its clinical application from birth through adolescence to old age.

2. Acquisition of knowledge necessary for the diagnosis and management of Obstetrics and Gynaecological diseases, complications and prevention.

3. An understanding of antecedents of health and disease in women.

4. Development of communication skills that will facilitate the clinical interaction in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

5. Development of competency in physical examination of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

6. Development of clinical problem solving skills.

7. Development of strategies for health promotion as well as disease and injury prevention.

8. Development of the attitude and professional behaviors appropriate in clinical practice.

RESOURCES
Students and staff can access the medical section of the Post- modern Kenyatta University library for current books, e- journals and e-books. Currently the department holds the clinical clerkships at the Kiambu District Hospital, Obstetrics and Gynaecology Department. In addition students use Thika District Hospital for some theatre experience. The upcoming Kenyatta University Teaching, Research and Referral Hospital will go a long way to further facilitate clinical clerkships.

RESEARCH
A culture of research will be inculcated in the Department. This will not only enhance staff profile but also contribute towards overall Kenyatta University world standing as a world class University. It is hoped that patenting of research products will be possible as well as consultancies in various medical fields.

COMMUNITY SERVICE
The department offers consultancy at Kiambu District Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

• Assessing the feasibility of integrating GBV screening into FANC and PNC in Kenya – Dr. Wanyoro.

• Using mobile medicine to enhance screening for cancer of cervix in Kenya. PHD project for Dr.Wanyoro.

• Fistula surgery services once every quarter in Mombasa Kenya - Dr. Ch