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A big thank you to RAD-AID International for the continued support for the IR fellowship program through the University of Nairobi at Kenyatta National hospital.

A big thank you to RAD-AID International for the continued support for the IR fellowship program through the University of Nairobi at Kenyatta National hospital. We received Lumify ultrasound machines to aid in ultrasound guided interventions at the hospital and especially for bedside work. This will go along way in increasing the number of patients we can serve at any one time.

Dr. C. Onyambu - Chairman DIRM Receiving ultrasound teaching support materials from Mindray representative Mr. A.Mamati.

The chairperson of the Radiology department Dr Onyambu receiving ultrasound teaching support materials from Mr. Mamati: - a representative from Mindray Ultrasound Division from Central Africa. The teaching materials will be vital tools when demonstrating morphology and physiological procedures of the liver, breast, thyroid (elastography), cardiac and fetal wellbeing. These teaching aids will go along way assisting our radiology residents not only appreciate the technological advances in the field of ultrasound imaging but also understand the process of ultrasound image optimization.

Virtual Reality (VR) goggles training

DIRM residents undergo training on VR goggles that will enhance the collaborative training between Queens University department of Radiology and DIRM. Residents from  DIRM were able to access images and have one-on-one training with Dr Castro from Queens University. Dr Kimani, Dr Mwango and Dr Onyambu were at hand to oversee the process. This is definitely a milestone in the right direction.