Dr Brian Lishenga, a medical physiologist, family physician, and Chairman of the Rural & Urban Private Hospitals Association of Kenya (RUPHA), examines key issues in Kenya’s healthcare system.
He explores the dangers of uncredentialed healthcare providers, the financial burden of out-of-pocket expenses impacting over 50% of patients, and the challenges teenage mothers and other dependents face in accessing essential care.
He highlights the need for improved emergency healthcare services and addresses common myths about the Social Health Authority (SHA). Gain valuable insights into healthcare accessibility and equity in Kenya from an expert’s perspective.
