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In Part 2 of this compelling political series on Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. Nyadimu hosts Dr. Wendy Kimbui, the incoming Deputy Secretary General of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union, for a bold and unfiltered discussion on the integrity of the upcoming union elections.

Dr. Kimbui dives straight into the growing concerns surrounding the credibility of the KMPDU electoral process. She highlights critical issues affecting trust in the system, including discrepancies in the voters’ register, exorbitant nomination fees imposed on aspirants, and serious questions about the legality of the current Independent Electoral Committee (IEC) remaining in office. These revelations raise urgent concerns for doctors across Kenya who are looking forward to a free, fair, and transparent election.

The conversation then shifts to a balanced evaluation of the incumbent Deputy Secretary General, Dr. Idan Miskellah. Dr. Kimbui thoughtfully outlines both the strengths and shortcomings of his tenure, offering listeners a nuanced perspective rather than partisan criticism.

Positioning herself as a reform-driven leader, Dr. Kimbui emphasizes her commitment to integrity, accountability, and transparency. She firmly states that her leadership will be incorruptible, open to scrutiny, and responsive to constructive criticism—marking a deliberate shift from past leadership styles. A key pillar of her vision is strengthening collaboration with KMPDU branches, ensuring that grassroots concerns directly shape national union decisions.

In discussing her manifesto, Dr. Kimbui underscores the need for sustainable policy reform over reactionary leadership. She advocates for proactive strategies that address systemic issues affecting doctors in Kenya, rather than short-term responses to crises.

This episode is a must-watch for all Kenyan doctors and healthcare stakeholders invested in the future of union leadership and governance.

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Dr. David Wasambla on PTSD, Healing, Faith, and Broken Souls

“What happens to the healer after witnessing too much pain?”

In the powerful final episode of this 3-part conversation on Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. Festus Nyadimu sits down once again with Dr. David Wasambla for an unfiltered discussion on post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) among frontline and humanitarian doctors.

Dr. Wasambla opens up about the psychological trauma experienced on the frontlines, sharing deeply personal insights into how repeated exposure to suffering, conflict, and loss impacts healthcare workers long after the mission ends.

He candidly discusses his coping mechanisms, including:

Using comedy as emotional release

Writing as a tool for processing trauma

Physical training and working out to manage stress and anxiety

The conversation also highlights the critical role of therapy in dealing with PTSD, breaking long-standing stigma around mental health support for doctors and healthcare professionals.

Faith and spirituality take center stage as Dr. Wasambla reflects on:

The role of religion and prayer in coping with trauma

His own experience as a pastor

A bold and necessary critique of how some religious leaders exploit vulnerable congregants, especially during moments of emotional distress

The episode concludes with a deep dive into his book, Broken Souls—the inspiration behind it, the real stories that shaped its message, and why it resonates with anyone who has faced trauma, burnout, or moral injury.

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🔥 This episode is raw, reflective, and essential listening for doctors, humanitarian workers, mental health advocates, and anyone navigating trauma and healing.

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Healing the healers

PTSD on the frontlines

When faith, trauma, and truth collide

Comedy, therapy, and survival

Broken souls, honest conversations

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In Part 2 of this powerful episode of Daktari: A Quick One, Nurse Maureen Nyangati Murithi continues her deeply personal conversation with Dr. Festus Nyadimu, sharing her journey battling hyperthyroidism and the life-changing challenges that came with it. 

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In Part 3 of this powerful episode of Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. Mickey Macatha shifts from critique to solutions—laying out a bold, structured vision for fixing some of the most pressing issues affecting doctors today.

We dive deep into how medical union elections can be conducted more transparently and effectively, ensuring leadership truly reflects the will and welfare of doctors. Dr. Macatha doesn’t just highlight the problems—he proposes actionable reforms grounded in accountability and professionalism.

A major highlight of this episode is his take on disciplinary hearings. Drawing from personal experience, he strongly advocates for removing such processes from non-medical influence and placing them firmly in the hands of professionals who understand clinical realities. He emphasizes the urgent need for fair, standardized, and regulated disciplinary systems—and underscores the critical role of the union in protecting doctors from arbitrary and personalized rulings.

Dr. Macatha also introduces a transformative idea: the establishment of a centralized employer for healthcare workers—the long-discussed Health Service Commission. This body, he argues, would streamline employment, reduce county-level inconsistencies, and restore dignity and structure to the medical profession in Kenya.

He further commits to championing reforms in disciplinary processes through the union if elected Assistant Secretary of the Central Branch—positioning himself as a leader ready to take on systemic inefficiencies head-on.

In a compelling flashback, we revisit his days at Maseno University, where he played a pivotal role in building the foundation of the School of Medicine. From advocating for student accommodation to pushing for adequate staffing and learning resources, Dr. Macatha reflects on his track record of leadership, resilience, and results.

Now, he promises to bring that same energy, courage, and reform-driven mindset to the union.

💡 This episode is not just a conversation—it’s a blueprint for change.

🎯 Key Themes:

Reforming medical union elections

Fair and professional disciplinary systems

The case for a Health Service Commission

The power of union leadership in protecting doctors

A legacy of leadership from medical school to national advocacy

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In this powerful episode of Daktari A Quick One (DAQO), Dr. Joe (Joseph) Njagi sits down with Dr. Nyadimu for an in-depth conversation on endometriosis — a condition that affects millions of women yet remains widely misunderstood.
Dr. Joe Njagi, a gynecologist and nominee for the DAQO Awards 2025 – Gynecologist of the Year, opens up about his journey into medicine and what sparked his deep passion for endometriosis care. He candidly narrates how he first encountered endometriosis unexpectedly while performing laparoscopic surgery for fibroids, a moment that left him stunned by how little he understood the disease at the time.
That encounter became a turning point.
In this episode, Dr. Njagi shares:
How discovering endometriosis reshaped his career path
The early challenges he faced managing the ⅙
How his surgical skills and confidence evolved over time
Why endometriosis deserves more attention in both medical training and public discourse
They also explore the power of social media in health education, highlighting how Dr. Joe Njagi has intentionally used his online platforms to create awareness, educate patients, and advocate for women living with endometriosis.
This is an honest, eye-opening conversation that blends medicine, passion, growth, and advocacy — and sets the stage for the rest of the series.
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In this fiery and insightful episode of Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. John Anyul (widely known as “Father Anyul”) joins Dr. Festus Nyadimu for a candid conversation about the upcoming Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) elections.

Dr. Anyul is currently running for Chairperson of the Nairobi Branch of KMPDU, and in this episode he shares his perspectives on the state of the union, the preparedness for the elections, and the dynamics shaping the upcoming leadership contest.

Inside the KMPDU Nairobi Elections

The conversation begins with a discussion on the readiness — or lack thereof — for the KMPDU Nairobi elections, examining the challenges surrounding the electoral process and the importance of strong leadership within the union.

Dr. Nyadimu and Dr. Anyul also break down the various factions and camps emerging within the Nairobi branch, highlighting the debates, ideas, and visions shaping the future leadership of doctors in the region.

Leadership Journey of Dr. John Anyul

The episode also explores Dr. Anyul’s leadership journey, tracing his path from:

Serving as a representative of medical students during his university years

Becoming an active and influential voice within the medical profession

Advocating for doctors’ welfare and professional development

Balancing healthcare leadership while pursuing his residency training

Through this discussion, viewers gain insight into the challenges and responsibilities of medical leadership in Kenya, and why the KMPDU elections are important for doctors and the healthcare system.

Watch Out for Part 2

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this conversation, where the discussion goes deeper into the vision for KMPDU Nairobi, the priorities for doctors, and the future of medical leadership in Kenya.

About Daktari: A Quick One

Daktari: A Quick One (DAQO) is a Kenyan medical podcast hosted by Dr. Festus Nyadimu, featuring conversations with doctors, healthcare leaders, and professionals shaping the future of medicine, healthcare policy, and leadership in Kenya.

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#KenyanDoctorsns​ Dr. Festus Nyadimu for a candid conversation about the upcoming Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU) elections.

Dr. Anyul is currently running for Chairperson of the Nairobi Branch of KMPDU, and in this episode he shares his perspectives on the state of the union, the preparedness for the elections, and the dynamics shaping the upcoming leadership contest.

Inside the KMPDU Nairobi Elections

The conversation begins with a discussion on the readiness — or lack thereof — for the KMPDU Nairobi elections, examining the challenges surrounding the electoral process and the importance of strong leadership within the union.

Dr. Nyadimu and Dr. Anyul also break down the various factions and camps emerging within the Nairobi branch, highlighting the debates, ideas, and visions shaping the future leadership of doctors in the region.

Leadership Journey of Dr. John Anyul

The episode also explores Dr. Anyul’s leadership journey, tracing his path from:

Serving as a representative of medical students during his university years

Becoming an active and influential voice within the medical profession

Advocating for doctors’ welfare and professional development

Balancing healthcare leadership while pursuing his residency training

Through this discussion, viewers gain insight into the challenges and responsibilities of medical leadership in Kenya, and why the KMPDU elections are important for doctors and the healthcare system.

Watch Out for Part 2

Stay tuned for Part 2 of this conversation, where the discussion goes deeper into the vision for KMPDU Nairobi, the priorities for doctors, and the future of medical leadership in Kenya.

About Daktari: A Quick One

Daktari: A Quick One (DAQO) is a Kenyan medical podcast hosted by Dr. Festus Nyadimu, featuring conversations with doctors, healthcare leaders, and professionals shaping the future of medicine, healthcare policy, and leadership in Kenya.

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In the final part of his powerful interview on Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. Clarence Mweresa Eboso delivers a bold and direct message to doctors, dentists, and pharmacists across Kenya.

Speaking to host Dr Festus Nyadimu, Dr. Eboso issues a rallying call:

Vote for transformative leadership at the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU).

As he campaigns for the position of Secretary General at the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union, Dr. Eboso urges members to support him and other candidates who share his reform-driven ideology.

A Call to Doctors, Dentists, and Pharmacists Across Kenya

Dr. Eboso emphasizes that this election is more than a contest of personalities — it is about redefining the direction of Kenya’s most influential healthcare union.

He calls on:

Medical officers

Intern doctors

Postgraduate trainees

Consultants

Dentists

Pharmacists

to actively participate in shaping the future of their profession by voting for leadership that understands current workforce challenges.

According to him, the union must reflect the lived realities of today’s healthcare professionals — especially those facing unemployment, delayed redeployment for postgraduate training, and unstable career progression pathways.

The Untapped Power of KMPDU

A central theme in his closing remarks is the institutional power that KMPDU holds.

Dr. Eboso argues that the union has the authority and legitimacy to:

Summon county health executives and chief officers

Present structured workforce solutions

Demand accountability in recruitment and deployment

Influence national health workforce planning

Rather than reacting to crises, he proposes that the union should proactively convene county health leadership forums and present evidence-based, cost-neutral solutions.

He believes that the union’s greatest strength lies not just in strike action — but in structured negotiation backed by policy and law.

Creative Solutions to Doctor Unemployment — Without Increasing County Costs

One of the most striking aspects of his final remarks is his insistence that solving doctor unemployment does not necessarily require counties to increase spending.

Dr. Eboso proposes innovative workforce restructuring strategies, including:

Optimizing redeployment timelines

Coordinating structured postgraduate training rotations

Reallocating underutilized human resources

Aligning service gaps with available personnel

Improving planning between counties and referral institutions

He maintains that inefficiencies — not lack of funds alone — are a major contributor to unemployment and delayed placements.

His position is clear:

With better coordination and strategic planning, Kenya can reduce doctor unemployment without imposing unsustainable financial burdens on counties.

Frustration with Current Leadership

Dr. Eboso also reveals that he has previously attempted to engage the current union leadership with these ideas.

However, he suggests that there has been resistance to change.

According to him, part of the disconnect stems from generational and experiential differences. He argues that some members of the current leadership:

Did not experience the same unemployment crisis

Did not face prolonged delays in postgraduate redeployment

May be out of touch with current systemic bottlenecks

This, he says, has made it difficult for innovative proposals to gain traction within the existing leadership structure.

Concerns About Accountability and Governance

In one of his strongest statements, Dr. Eboso alludes to concerns about accountability within the current KMPDU leadership.

He expresses doubt about his ability to effectively work alongside certain members of the existing leadership, citing what he describes as character and governance concerns.

While careful not to personalize the debate excessively, he makes it clear that leadership integrity and accountability are central to his campaign.

For him, reform is not just about policy — it is about culture, transparency, and ethical stewardship of union power.

A Vision for a More Responsive and Accountable Union

In closing, Dr. Clarence Mweresa Eboso frames this election as a defining moment for healthcare professionals in Kenya.

His final message centers on:

Proactive union leadership

Structured workforce reform

Accountability and transparency

Ending unemployment stagnation

Aligning union power with practical solutions

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This final segment of the interview encapsulates Dr. Eboso’s campaign message: reform the system, restore accountability, and reimagine the union’s role in solving healthcare workforce challenges.

For doctors, dentists, and pharmacists seeking deeper insight into the future of union leadership and healthcare reform in Kenya, this episode of Daktari: A Quick One provides a comprehensive and thought-provoking discussion.

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In the third and final part of this Daktari: A Quick One (DAQO) episode, Dr. Joe Njagi, a leading gynecologist and DAQO Awards nominee for Gynecologist of the Year, delivers a bold and insightful discussion on the evolution of his clinical and surgical practice.

Dr. Njagi explains how incorporating laparoscopic surgery has significantly improved his outcomes as a gynecologist, enabling him to manage complex endometriosis cases more effectively. He shares how advanced laparoscopy has expanded his surgical expertise to include bowel surgery, often required when excising deep and infiltrative endometriosis deposits.

A major highlight of this episode is his clear explanation of why endometriosis is not classified as a cancer, addressing a common concern among patients and healthcare professionals using practical, evidence-based reasoning.

Looking ahead, Dr. Njagi discusses his future and ongoing plans to sub-specialize in gynecologic oncology, with a specific interest in endometrial cancer, shedding light on his motivation and long-term vision in women’s cancer care.

The episode concludes with an invitation to healthcare practitioners to attend the Healing Mama Africa Conference, set to take place in Kerugoya in March 2026, a key event focused on advancing maternal and women’s health across Africa.

🎙️ An insightful close to a powerful DAQO series on women’s health, minimally invasive surgery, and gynecologic oncology.

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Dr. Linda Nyamute, a Top Daktari Awards 2025 nominee for Mental Health Advocate of the Year, joins Dr. Nyadimu on an enlightening mental health episode of Daktari A Quick One (DAQO). Dr. Nyamute, a board-certified psychiatrist, dives deep into some of the most misunderstood areas in mental health—creating one of the most insightful conversations of the season.

In this episode, they explore witchcraft and mental health, unpacking cultural beliefs and how they affect patient care in Kenya and beyond. They also examine the positive and negative roles of religion in mental health, offering balanced perspectives grounded in clinical experience.

Together, they debunk common mental health myths, discuss why many healthcare professionals avoid specializing in psychiatry, and highlight the growing importance of mental health advocacy in modern healthcare.

Dr. Nyamute also shares her personal journey in psychiatry, describing why there’s “never a dull day” in her line of work.
Part 1 concludes with an in-depth discussion on depression in the modern era, including how increased public awareness has influenced both diagnosis and treatment.

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In Part 2 of this three-part episode of Daktari: A Quick One, Dr. John Anyul joins Dr. Festus Nyadimu for a candid and thought-provoking discussion on the state of medical union leadership and the future of doctors’ advocacy in Kenya.

Dr. Anyul, who is running for Chairperson of the Nairobi Branch of the Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union (KMPDU), offers a critical assessment of the performance of the outgoing union leadership and reflects on key events that have shaped the relationship between doctors and healthcare authorities.

Discussing the Kiambu Doctors’ Strike

One of the major issues highlighted in this episode is the Kiambu County doctors’ strike, which lasted eight months and ultimately ended without a favorable outcome for the doctors involved. Dr. Anyul uses this example to discuss the importance of strong, strategic leadership in medical unions, emphasizing the need for better advocacy and negotiation to protect the welfare of healthcare workers.

Addressing Healthcare Policy and Leadership

The conversation also touches on public statements and policy pronouncements by the Ministry of Health, with Dr. Anyul criticizing what he describes as unreasonable or unrealistic declarations by the Cabinet Secretary for Health that often go unchallenged by the union.

This discussion highlights the critical role of professional bodies and unions in holding policymakers accountable and advocating for practical healthcare policies.

The Rise of a New Generation of Doctors

Dr. Anyul also reflects on the changing culture within the medical profession, particularly the emergence of Gen Z doctors who are more confident, vocal, and willing to respectfully challenge authority when advocating for better working conditions and healthcare reforms.

This shift, he argues, could significantly shape the future of healthcare leadership and medical advocacy in Kenya.

About Daktari: A Quick One

Daktari: A Quick One (DAQO) is a Kenyan medical podcast hosted by Dr. Festus Nyadimu, featuring conversations with healthcare professionals, leaders, and policy influencers shaping the future of healthcare, medical leadership, and advocacy in Kenya.

Stay tuned for Part 3 of this conversation, where the discussion continues on the future of KMPDU leadership and the vision for doctors in Kenya.
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