A day in the life
- 07:30Ward round: check on overnight patients with the team.
- 10:00Outpatient clinic: listen, examine, decide on tests and treatment.
- 14:00Case discussion: puzzle through a tricky diagnosis with seniors.
- 17:00Notes and handover. Some weeks include a night on call.
Is it for you?
- Best for Thinkers
Diagnosis is detective work: symptoms, tests, pattern, answer.
- With a Helper side
You'll spend most days with people who need you.
- Worth knowing
Long hours and a high entry grade. Clinical Officer gets you into the same wards in about 3 years.
Your path to becoming a Doctor
Based on the KCSE (8-4-4) route.
- 1 Now · Form 2–4
Focus on these subjects
BiologyChemistryMaths or PhysicsEnglish - 2 KCSE
Aim for A- overall
B+ or better in Biology and Chemistry. Apply through KUCCPS after your results.
- 3 Study · 6 + 1 years
Bachelor of Medicine & Surgery (MBChB)
Offered at UoN, Moi, Kenyatta, JKUAT, Egerton, Maseno and more.
- 4 After · 1 year
Internship & licence
Register with the KMPDC, then choose to specialise or practise.