Introduction
Safe Surgical Aid, in collaboration with the Kuwait Embassy in Nairobi, the Relief Organization of East Africa, and the Kilifi County Health Department, conducted a successful medical camp in Kilifi County, Kenya.
The camp focused on surgical interventions for cataracts and other treatable conditions.
Camp Overview
🗓 Date: July 12–16, 2023
📍 Locations:
- Malindi Subcounty Hospital (2 days)
- Kilifi County Referral Hospital (3 days)
The camp spanned five days, providing essential surgical care to underserved communities.
Activities and Achievements
1. Surgical Interventions
- Total Surgeries: 200 cataract surgeries
- Malindi Subcounty Hospital: 105 procedures
- Kilifi County Referral Hospital: 95 procedures
Each surgery was conducted with precision and care, ensuring safety and optimal patient outcomes.
2. Stakeholder Support
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Kuwait Embassy in Nairobi
Especially H.E. Qusai Rashed Al-Farhan for his support and sponsorship. -
Relief Organization of East Africa
Played a vital role in coordination and resource mobilization. -
Kilifi County Health Department
Their active involvement, especially the eye care team, was crucial to success.
3. Community Screening
- 30 villages screened across Malindi and Kilifi Sub-counties
- 200 patients diagnosed with cataract and selected for surgery
- Comprehensive pre-operative assessments were carried out
4. Post-Operative Care
- Overnight patient observation post-surgery
- Discharge followed by medical review and prescribed medication
- A holistic approach ensured safe recovery and positive outcomes
Gratitude
We sincerely thank:
- Safe Surgical Aid
- Kuwait Embassy in Nairobi
- Relief Organization of East Africa
- Kilifi County Health Department
- The eye care teams and hospital administrations of Malindi and Kilifi
Your dedication made this camp a resounding success and improved countless lives in Kilifi County.
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