Patient Testimonials
Every patient has a story. Hear from patients and their families as they share their experiences at Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. From diagnosis and treatment to recovery, these personal stories offer a glimpse into the challenges they faced, the support they received and the people who made a difference along the way.
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Saving Ann’s fingers, restoring her independence
After a workplace accident severely injured her fingers, carpenter and mother of four Ann Nyambura underwent emergency surgery at Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi. She shares her recovery journey as ongoing physiotherapy helps her regain the use of her hand and the independence she feared losing. Read full story
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New hope for Paul after brain tumour surgery
When a brain tumour threatened Paul Wambua’s sight and livelihood, the cost of treatment seemed beyond his reach. With support from the Patient Welfare Programme and SHA, he underwent surgery at Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi, to remove the tumour through his nose. Read full story
Surviving Heart Surgery & Recovery
After being told she had just 15 days to live, Caroline Wakanyi underwent life-saving heart surgery at our hospital. She survived a heart attack days later and spent two months in hospital. Two years on, she reflects on her treatment and recovery.
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Surviving Aortic Rupture
Jenifer, a mother of six, shares how life-saving surgery for an aortic aneurysm gave her a second chance at life.
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Purity’s Second Chance
Purity shares how scoliosis surgery eased her pain, restored her confidence and renewed her hope for the future.
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Naomi’s New Heartbeat
Naomi’s mother shares how life-saving heart surgery helped her daughter breathe freely and enjoy childhood.
Read full story ›Beating Fibroids: Lucia’s Journey to Motherhood
Two years ago Lucia walked into our facility seeking treatment for fibroids that had affected her quality of life and delayed her motherhood journey. Watch her inspiring journey through surgery, conception and into motherhood.
Pamela’s Breast Cancer Journey
Pamela’s cancer journey began with a moment many women know too well—discovering a lump during a routine breast self-exam. She shares her treatment journey and how the new advanced radiotherapy technology at Aga Khan University Hospital has ensured she gets more targeted treatment, with less time in hospital and at greater comfort.
Claire's stroke survival journey
Claire had just arrived home when a stroke struck. The quick action of a boda boda rider got her to hospital on time ensuring she got the care she needed timely. Now on her road to recovery, her story reminds us that when it comes to stroke, timely care is critical.
Heart Surgery in Kenya: A Patient's Experience at AKUH,N
While playing golf Nagib Kurji experienced some discomfort around his chest, back, and arm. A few days later he would be wheeled into the theatre at Aga Khan University Hospital for a heart surgery. He shared his story with us
Patient Welfare Programme
The Aga Khan University Hospital, Nairobi (AKUH, N) believes that high-quality healthcare services should be available to all, regardless of gender, faith, ethnic origin or financial ability. In pursuit of this ideal, AKUH,N has developed the Patient Welfare Programme. This programme offers support to qualifying patients that allows them to receive the medical care they urgently need, but would otherwise be unable to access due to the associated costs.
For information on applying to or providing financial support for the Patient Welfare Programme, contact:
AKUH, N Patient Welfare Office
Tel: +254 (0) 20 366 2191
Email: public.relations@aku.edu
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