As part of our mission to advance the next generation of physicians, KEDU interns are trainees that will contribute to KEDU’s efforts while being directly mentored by the leadership team. These are highly motivated, high-achieving individuals who have demonstrated passion around efforts that align with KEDU’s mission.
Caroline Muriuki
Fourth Year at Saint James School of Medicine
Caroline Wanjiru Muriuki is a fourth (4th) year medical student at Saint James School of Medicine located in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines. She attended the first two years of Medical School in the Caribbean (Saint Vincent and the Grenadines) after which she sat for the USMLE Step One exam before relocating to Chicago, Illinois for core clerkships and electives.
She was born and raised in Kenya and immigrated with her family to Dallas, Tx in 2011. Her roots in medicine began back in Kenya when she accompanied my mother to her job as a nurse or went to visit her during her work hours (her excuse was to bring her food). Her mother worked at a General Hospital close to their home. She observed firsthand patients from different villages pouring into the hospital for care as this was the largest hospital in the area. She had the opportunity at a very young age to visit different wards and familiarize herself with different diseases like Malaria, Typhoid, Tuberculosis, Trauma, & HIV. The ratio of doctors to patients at this hospital was 1:60. She knew then, that her goal was to be a doctor and preferably in the primary care field. As she did her clerkships in 2020, the COVID19 pandemic further catapulted her decision on pursuing the primary care field. She had the privilege of continuing her medical rotations despite the lockdown and witnessed the deterioration of patients, and the need for more healthcare providers to help at these times of crisis.
Outside of medicine, she enjoys kayaking, watching movies, taking pictures & videos, and meditating through yoga. She hopes to be part of KEDU to help promote health, offer guidance and motivation to those hoping to pursue medicine, especially to those of Kenyan origin in the diaspora. She also hopes to gain knowledge, form professional relationships, and get guidance & support on her future journey as a physician.
Ivy Mageto
Medical Student at The University of Medicine and Health Sciences
Ivy was born in Mombasa, Kenya and currently resides in Vancouver, Canada. She will be starting her medical journey at the University of Medical and Health Sciences, St. Kitts in the Caribbean. She has a passion for global health and hopes to eventually make an impact in both the Kenyan and Canadian healthcare system.
Jane Kiplagat
Final Year Medical Student at Kenyatta University School of Medicine
Jane Kiplagat is a final year undergraduate student in Kenyatta University School of Medicine, Nairobi Kenya. She is very passionate about alleviating suffering through quality health care. She has volunteered in various medical camps under the Kenya Red Cross, the Christian Medical Fellowship (CMF-K) and has taken part in training involving sexual and reproductive health. She did her medical electives at Tenwek Mission Hospital which reaffirmed her interest in pursuing a career in surgery. She enjoys singing, cooking, and reading in her leisure time.
Steven Akach
Medical Officer Intern, Kenya.
Steve is currently a medical officer intern who graduated from Moi University School of Medicine in 2021. Steve grew up in Kenya, sat both his KCPE and KCSE exams in Kenya through the 8-4-4 curriculum, before joining Moi University School of Medicine to pursue an undergraduate degree in Medicine and Surgery. While looking forward to his graduation, Steve has participated in research projects, helping out with individual and group research projects. He has also participated in community impact creation through SCORA and BSI. Steve while in med school has organized several successful free medical camps to help in impact creation at the community level. Steve, therefore, brings these achievements and energy to KEDU, and ultimately learn from this potent pool of experienced leaders and team members. Steve loves music and does music covers for fun and glad to intern at KEDU.
Victor Emmanuel Ogola
Final-year medical student at Moi University School of Medicine.
Victor is a soon-to-be medical doctor who is passionate about global health and epidemiology. He is well vested in medical research as a form of contributing towards evidence-based practices in healthcare. Victor is a mental health advocate and has been involved in several sensitization programs in Kenya to change the community’s perception and understanding of mental health illnesses, especially among Kenyan men. He is passionate about networking with other healthcare professionals across the globe, capacity building, and value addition. Victor is a highly self-motivated individual who is results-oriented.
Khadija Hashi
Final Year Medical Student at the University of Nairobi.
Khadija Hashi, a final year medical student, that’s passionate about medicine and content creation as well. She is currently running her own podcast which addresses the issue facing millennials and also touches on female reproductive health. She a former health officer in a local community-based organization and is currently running the social media pages and creating content for a new and upcoming CBO, JAOR relief. Khadija is also a certified IFMSA trainer, she is equipped with skills of leadership in the workplace and how to handle conflict. In her free time, she bakes and enjoys travelling.
