Category: History
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A History of Medical Training at Kijabe
In this post, I want to share a bit of history about Medical Education in Kijabe to give context to why your gifts to Friends of Kijabe matter so much! Dr. Bill Barnett (surgeon) and Nettie Sinclair (nurse) worked for decades to launch accredited training in Kijabe. I find themes in their writings (excerpts below) that apply today as…
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What Is Kijabe Known For?
Anywhere you go in Kenya, if you meet someone at a gas station, police check, airport desk, this person knows about Kijabe Hospital. Why? What is AIC Kijabe Hospital famous for? 1. Prayer So many patients choose Kijabe because they want doctors who will not only treat them but also pray for them! They know there is…
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Remembering Dr. Bill Barnett
One of the founders of AIC Kijabe Hospital, Dr. Bill Barnett, was called home to heaven last week at 106 years old.Following are are pictures and stories about the life and legacy Dr. Bill at AIC Kijabe Hospital and through East Africa. The first text is from an article in Old Africa Magazine and the Obituary is provided by…