Machakos County has etched its name in the annals of Kenya’s medical history after Machakos Level 5 Hospital became the first public health facility to successfully perform a non-invasive laser surgical procedure for the treatment of Chronic Venous Insufficiency (CVI). A procedure previously reserved for high-end private hospitals at prohibitive costs is now available free of charge to ordinary citizens—thanks to the visionary leadership of Governor Wavinya Ndeti who has prioritized healthcare services in machakos county for her people. This achievement underscores a new era where advanced healthcare is no longer a privilege of the wealthy, but a right accessible to every resident.
The groundbreaking surgery was performed with precision and excellence by Dr. Debra Mutile, a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon, working hand in hand with a highly skilled medical team. Their success is not only a testament to medical brilliance but also to the strengthened healthcare systems Governor Ndeti has prioritized since assuming office. The operation showcased both courage and competence, affirming Machakos Level 5 as a beacon of innovation and excellence in Kenya’s public health sector.
For decades, patients suffering from Chronic Venous Insufficiency have endured either costly private interventions or the grim reality of untreated conditions. By offering this surgery free of charge, the Machakos County Government has shattered barriers of inequality in healthcare. Families who once faced financial despair over treatment now have hope restored, further cementing Governor Ndeti’s administration as one driven by compassion, foresight, and a people-first philosophy.
This milestone is far more than a medical triumph—it is a defining moment in the evolution of public healthcare in Kenya. Governor Wavinya Ndeti’s bold reforms and investment in medical innovation have not only uplifted Machakos but also set a national standard that other counties must emulate. The successful laser surgery at Machakos Level 5 Hospital is a glowing reminder that with visionary leadership, public health facilities can deliver world-class care, changing lives and rewriting Kenya’s healthcare story.
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