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The Department of Human Pathology warmly welcomed its new cohort of postgraduate students during an orientation meeting held on 11th September 2026 at the Teleconference.

The meeting brought together the newly enrolled postgraduate students and members of the Department’s teaching staff, providing an opportunity for the students to be formally welcomed and introduced to the academic team and the department’s learning environment.

Dr. Frederick Okinyi appointed as the New Unit Head for the Hematology and Blood Transfusion unit taking over from Dr. Peter Maturi. Dr. Okinyi is a Hematologist in the department with great experience.  

Babeto Nzuki was at the time of his demise, a first year MSc Cytology student in the Department of Pathology. He met his untimely death through a tragic road accident on Sunday, 20th August 2023. He will be buried at his home in Ikutha, Kitui on Saturday, 2nd September 2023 from 6am.

May his soul Rest In Peace.

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On Wednesday, 31st May 2023, Department Chairman, Dr Wairimu Waweru met with the new Association of Medical Laboratory Science and Technology students of the University of Nairobi (AMELSTUN) officials.

The officials introduced themselves and a candid discussion on their agenda into the new role with Dr Waweru.

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On Friday, 16th December 2022 the University’s Chancellor, Dr. Vijoo Rattansi conferred 6959 degrees and diplomas at the Historic Taifa and Virtually. Among the graduates, the Department had six Mmed pathology, two MSc Clinical Cytology,
three MSc Clinical Chemistry and forty six
Bsc Medical Laboratory Science Technology students.

Those who conferred were;

MASTER OF MEDICINE IN HUMAN PATHOLOGY

Brain tumors are one of the most misdiagnosed conditions in the rural counties. Health professionals can improve the situation through establishing partnerships and commitment from County governments in supporting such initiatives.

The Anatomic pathology Unit head, Dr Okemwa and Mr. Francis Wanyama had a neuropathology partnership talks with Neurosurgeon doctors from India led by Dr Sali.

The talks were held at Sarova Panafric Hotel, Nairobi on 9th November 2022 to explore and establish future partnership in the neuropathology field.