A centre of choice for quality training, innovative research and policy development for the production of world-class surgeons.
The Department of General Surgery aims to be a centre of choice for quality training, innovative research and policy development for the production of world-class surgeons. The department provides teaching, research, and quality surgical services while collaborating with local and international institutions to influence health policies and surgical practice standards.
The department is part of the School of Health Sciences at Kenyatta University. Faculty members are active researchers and clinical surgeons with appointments at major teaching hospitals in Kenya.
Key programmes offered within or related to this department. See the full school programme list for all offerings.
| Programme | Level | Duration | Min. Entry |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) — Surgery (2 years) | Undergraduate | 6 Years | KCSE A | A- in Sciences |
| PhD in General Surgery | Doctoral | 3–5 Years | MSc in relevant field |
