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Paediatric Haematology & Oncology

About the service

The Haemo oncology specialty focuses on comprehensive paediatric haematology services for children with blood disorders and related conditions.

Paediatric Haematology Services

We offer comprehensive diagnostics and a range of treatments including transfusions, specialised therapies, and stem cell/bone-marrow transplantation when needed.

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Conditions We
Treat

We treat a wide variety of childhood blood and bone-marrow conditions, including anaemia and red-cell disorders like Sickle cell disease and Thalassaemia;

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Haematology Conditions

We treat a wide variety of childhood blood and bone-marrow conditions, including anaemia and red-cell disorders like Sickle cell disease and Thalassaemia; inherited or acquired bone marrow failure and related disorders; bleeding and clotting problems such as Haemophilia and platelet/coagulation disorders; white-cell or immune cell disorders; and blood cancers such as Leukaemia and Lymphoma.

Paediatric Haematology Services

The Haemo oncology specialty focuses on comprehensive paediatric haematology services for children with blood disorders and related conditions.  We offer comprehensive diagnostics and a range of treatments including transfusions, specialised therapies, and stem-cell/bone-marrow transplantation when needed. Our care includes outpatient clinics, day-care treatments such as transfusions or chemotherapy, inpatient care when necessary, and long-term follow-up as children grow. 

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Before your visit

1. Book your appointment

2. Payment

3. Carry your previous medical records/history

4. Catering

For your convenience, we accept multiple payment methods, including various insurances including SHA for eligible clients. Whether you are local or visiting from abroad, our billing team is ready to assist you and make your payment experience simple and stress-free.

During the Visit

1. Enquiries

2. Reception

3. Assisted services ( Porter* Interpreter, Disability, )

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 Paediatric Haemato-Oncology 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.

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