Listening to Dr. Susan Wamithi Gitao’s safari has the makings of an origin story for the books. She takes us through her medical education journey, while reflecting on key people in her family and career who helped make it all a reality, one day at a time. You do not want to miss hearing about one of the novel and most humbling paediatric subspecialties yet. Come learn about Developmental Paediatrics and the opportunities therein. You really do not want to miss out on this one. Should you want to reach out to Dr. Wamithi, her handle on X (Twitter) is @drciiru.

Resource Alert!!!

⁠⁠Cross-sectional survey on prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms at a tertiary care health facility in Nairobi⁠⁠

⁠⁠Pediatricians as Childhood Development Advocacy Champions in Kenya and Tanzania: A Case Study | Pediatrics⁠⁠

⁠⁠https://paeds.utoronto.ca/developmental-paediatrics#:~:text=The%20academic%20division%20of%20Developmental,community%20section%20of%20developmental%20paediatricians⁠⁠

Lingo Breakdown:

PCP-Pneumocystis pneumonia, a fungal infection of the lungs

M and M-morbidity and mortality meeting whose purpose is to review the quality of care being provided to patients and/or their families.

CMEs-continuous medical education sessions

ADHD- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

ODD-Oppositional Defiance Disorder

Leso-A type of cotton fabric printed with coloured designs, used mainly for women’s clothing

AKDN-Aga Khan Development Network

ECD-Early Childhood Development Honorable Mentions:

Sospeter Gitao

The Late Mrs. Edith Gitao

Mr. and Mrs. Wamithi

Prof. William Macharia

Dr. Frank Njenga

Dr. Roseline Ochieng

Dr. Mary Limbe

Dr. Robert Armstrong

Dr. Zipporah Gatheru

Dr. Sharon Smile

KPA Secretariat

ECD Champions

Visit the website: www.fellowshipsafaris.org

Follow Fellowship Safaris on social media:

Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @fellowshipsafaris

X (formerly Twitter): @fellowshipsafar

YouTube: @FellowshipSafarisPodcast

Credits:

Executive Producer and original music: Mwakavi Maweu. Sound designer: Tevin Sudi. Special Thanks to AQ Studios. Graphic Designer: Benjamin Mboya. Special Thanks to Josephine Karianjahi and Melissa Mbugua of Africa Podfest. All Rights Reserved by Dr. Njeri Karianjahi and Fellowship Safaris Podcast.

Listening to Dr. Susan Wamithi Gitao’s safari has the makings of an origin story for the books. She takes us through her medical education journey, while reflecting on key people in her family and career who helped make it all a reality, one day at a time. You do not want to miss hearing about one of the novel and most humbling paediatric subspecialties yet. Come learn about Developmental Paediatrics and the opportunities therein. You really do not want to miss out on this one. Should you want to reach out to Dr. Wamithi, her handle on X (Twitter) is @drciiru.

Resource Alert!!!

Cross-sectional survey on prevalence of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder symptoms at a tertiary care health facility in Nairobi

Pediatricians as Childhood Development Advocacy Champions in Kenya and Tanzania: A Case Study | Pediatrics

https://paeds.utoronto.ca/developmental-paediatrics#:~:text=The%20academic%20division%20of%20Developmental,community%20section%20of%20developmental%20paediatricians

Lingo Breakdown:

PCP-Pneumocystis pneumonia, a fungal infection of the lungs

M and M-morbidity and mortality meeting whose purpose is to review the quality of care being provided to patients and/or their families.

CMEs-continuous medical education sessions

ADHD- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder

ODD-Oppositional Defiance Disorder

Leso-A type of cotton fabric printed with coloured designs, used mainly for women’s clothing

AKDN-Aga Khan Development Network

ECD-Early Childhood Development

Honorable Mentions:

Sospeter Gitao

The Late Mrs. Edith Gitao

Mr. and Mrs. Wamithi

Prof. William Macharia

Dr. Frank Njenga

Dr. Roseline Ochieng

Dr. Mary Limbe

Dr. Robert Armstrong

Dr. Zipporah Gatheru

Dr. Sharon Smile

KPA Secretariat

ECD Champions

Visit the website: www.fellowshipsafaris.org

Follow Fellowship Safaris on social media:

Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @fellowshipsafaris

X (formerly Twitter): @fellowshipsafar

YouTube: @FellowshipSafarisPodcast

Credits:

Executive Producer and original music: Mwakavi Maweu. Sound designer: Tevin Sudi. Special Thanks to AQ Studios. Graphic Designer: Benjamin Mboya. Special Thanks to Josephine Karianjahi and Melissa Mbugua of Africa Podfest. All Rights Reserved by Dr. Njeri Karianjahi and Fellowship Safaris Podcast.

On our safari this week, we venture to Nairobi, where we encounter Dr. Joe Mbuthia, a consultant paediatrician and infectious disease specialist. Dr. Mbuthia graciously invites us to accompany him through the labyrinth of his life's journey, characterized by profound insights into love, vocation, and the pursuit of knowledge.

He imparts invaluable wisdom regarding the essence of being a lifelong learner. With a fervent dedication to continuous growth and self-improvement, he underscores the timeless adage that it is never too late to embark on a journey of learning and development.

Dr. Mbuthia's narrative serves as a poignant reminder of the enduring value of intellectual curiosity and professional development. His commitment to ongoing education exemplifies a steadfast dedication to excellence in his field and serves as an inspiration to aspiring medical practitioners. Should you want to get in touch with him, send him an email on jmbuthia@africaonline.co.ke

Resource Alert!!!

https://paediatrics.uonbi.ac.ke/.../master-medicine...

https://www.ox.ac.uk/.../msc-paediatric-infectious....

https://www.liverpool.ac.uk/.../degrees/infectious-diseases/

Honorable Mentions:

Prof. Hilary Ojiambo

Prof. Fred Were

Dr. David Githanga

Dr. Wanjiku Kahiu

Mrs. Wambui Mbuthia

Stephanie and Claire Mbuthia

Visit the website: www.fellowshipsafaris.org

Follow Fellowship Safaris on social media:

Facebook, Instagram and TikTok: @fellowshipsafaris

X (formerly Twitter): @fellowshipsafar

YouTube: @FellowshipSafarisPodcast

Credits:

Executive Producer and original music: Mwakavi Maweu. Sound designer: Tevin Sudi. Special Thanks to AQ Studios. Graphic Designer: Benjamin Mboya. Special Thanks to Josephine Karianjahi and Melissa Mbugua of Africa Podfest. All Rights Reserved by Dr. Njeri Karianjahi and Fellowship Safaris Podcast.