Nephrology

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About the service

The Paediatric Nephrology specialty provides comprehensive kidney and urinary tract care for children, from acute conditions to chronic disease management.

Nephrology Services

Our services include outpatient clinics for ongoing monitoring, dialysis support, inpatient care for acute kidney conditions, and interventional procedures such as biopsies. Long-term follow-up ensures children with chronic kidney disease receive continuous care.

Conditions We
Treat

We treat congenital kidney malformations, nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, hypertension related to kidney disease, and chronic kidney failure.

Nephrology Conditions

We treat congenital kidney malformations, nephrotic syndrome, glomerulonephritis, urinary tract infections, kidney stones, hypertension related to kidney disease, and chronic kidney failure.

Nephrology Services

Outpatient Nephrology Clinic
Dialysis Services (Peritoneal and Haemodialysis)
Inpatient Kidney Care
Renal Biopsy and Interventions
Long-term Follow-up for Chronic Kidney Disease

Before your visit

1. Book your appointment

2. Payment

3. Carry your previous medical records/history

4. Meal Options

During the Visit

1. Enquiries

2. Reception

3. Assisted services

4. Triage

5. Billing & Insurance

6. Consultation

7. Radiology & Laboratory

8. Admission – As recommended by primary doctor

9. Pharmacy

10. Follow up appointment

11. Concierge* and accommodation services*

After your Visit

1. Appointment reminder

2. Radiology & Laboratory

3. Follow up visit

4. Patient Support Groups

Outcomes & Testimonials

Research

At our Allergy and Immunology services in Kenya, our research team is dedicated to advancing the detection, diagnosis and treatment of childhood sickle cell disease.

Our work includes:

Improving early screening and detection of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD) in infants and young children, so that children receive care as early as possible. In Kenya it is estimated that approximately 14,000 children are born with SCD each year and without early intervention many do not survive past their fifth birthday
Developing and refining diagnostic pathways and treatment protocols that are tailored to Kenyan children taking into account regional disease prevalence, health-system realities, resource settings and local treatment challenges.
Conducting studies into improving access to essential and exploring novel methods for management of complications common in our context.
Researching the broader care continuum: from diagnosis and acute crisis management (painful vaso-occlusive events, infections, anaemia) to transfusion strategies, follow-up care, and long-term outcomes including quality of life and survivorship in children with SCD in Kenya.
Working closely with partners at the national and county and integrating research findings into policy and care guidelines.

We invite you to view our current Paediatric Sickle Cell Disease research projects, explore how you can engage, support or participate, and join us in the effort to improve outcomes for children living with sickle cell disease in Kenya.

Meet the Team

Dr. Brian Nderu
MBcHB, MMeD Paediatrics and Child Health

Dr. Brian Nderu is a Consultant Paediatric Haematologist-Oncologist at Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, specializing in paediatric cancers, blood disorders, and bone marrow transplantation. He is passionate about improving treatment outcomes and advancing multidisciplinary, evidence-based care for children.

Dr. Doreen Karimi Mutua
Consultant Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist

Dr. Doreen Karimi is a Paediatric Haematologist-Oncologist at Gertrude’s Children’s Hospital, specializing in childhood cancers, blood disorders, and sickle cell disease. Dr. Doreen Karimi is dedicated to advancing quality care, research, and advocacy to improve outcomes for children across Kenya and beyond.