Samwel Asigo Kwanya
Kisumu
Summary
Clinician with extensive experience at Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program, driving successful project outcomes through strategic communication and advanced problem-solving skills. Proven track record in adhering to guidelines while enhancing operational efficiency and consistently achieving program targets. Expertise in data analysis and team mentoring, ensuring compliance and confidentiality in patient care. Committed to furthering public health initiatives and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Manager VMMC
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
06.2019 - Current
- Oversaw VMMC activities in EDARP and EDARP MOH to guarantee top-quality implementation.
- Ensured high-quality and efficient services through relevant training and adherence to WHO guidelines.
- Maintain compliance with national and international clinical guidelines for VMMC.
- Managed departmental operations to meet program targets within agreed timelines.
- Conducted routine assessments and supervision visits to enhance EDARP and EDARP/MOH clinical systems.
- Prepared detailed operational plans to enhance efficiency in VMMC department.
- Devised solutions for challenges in programmatic operations and provided actionable recommendations.
- Participate in meetings at both county and national levels for the VMMC project.
- Employed data security methods to keep patient information confidential when reviewing clinic records.
VMMC Coordinator
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
07.2015 - 06.2019
- Monitored project progress and provided updates to stakeholders.
- Managed day-to-day operations of the department including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Recruited, interviewed and selected employees to fill vacant roles.
- Coordinated with other supervisors, combining group efforts to achieve goals.
- Provided leadership, insight, and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various organizational programs.
- Guided employees in handling difficult or complex problems.
VMMC Deputy Coordinator
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
06.2013 - 07.2015
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure smooth project execution.
- Managed the daily operations of staff, including scheduling, training, and performance reviews.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts among employees or departments when necessary.
- Provided oversight to ensure compliance with regulations and procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels, and placed new orders to keep supply well-stocked.
- Prepared reports on operational activities for senior management review.
- Ensured compliance with organization policies, procedures, and regulations at all times.
- Assisted in developing and implementing strategic plans for the organization.
Clinician/VMMC Surgeon
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
07.2011 - 06.2013
- Assessed client conditions through thorough medical histories and physical assessments.
- Administered treatments for various opportunistic infections.
- Implemented anti-retroviral treatment plans and maintained follow-up schedules.
- Performing voluntary medical male circumcision.
- Facilitated ongoing healthcare learning opportunities for team members and patient groups.
- Monitored patient progress to optimize management of tuberculosis conditions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care.
- Advised patients about diet, nutrition and other lifestyle behaviors to promote health and disease prevention.
Clinician
Maries Topes International
Kisumu
01.2011 - 06.2011
- Oversaw operations within outpatient clinic.
- Offered various family planning options and guidance.
- Handled labor ward management responsibilities.
- Management of the postnatal ward and neonatal unit.
Clinician
Pipeline Hospital
Nairobi
01.2010 - 12.2010
- The clinician in charge offered inpatient, outpatient, minor surgical procedures, and emergency services to patients as a service provider.
Intern
Homabay District Hospital
Homabay
01.2009 - 12.2009
- Completion of supervised skills practice and presentation in internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, surgery, pediatrics, outpatient, casualty, and emergency departments.
Clinician
Nightingale Hospital
Kisumu
11.2008 - 01.2009
- Management of the outpatient clinic locum.
Education
Bachelor of Science - environmental health
Kenyatta University
Nairobi01.2020
Diploma - Clinical Medicine
Kenya Medical Training College
Homabay, Kenya01.2008
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Agoro Sare High School
Oyugis01.2004
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Kondele Primary School
Kisumu01.2000
Skills
- Effective communication
- Analyzing skills
- Self-motivated
- Problem solving
Accomplishments
- Participated in development and periodic review of male circumcision training curriculum, SOPs and guidelines.
- Successfully ensured compliance to program quality assurance, improvement and control guidelines to maintain VMMC adverse event rates below 1% as per national guidelines.
- Successfully coordinated VMMC services and trainings and built capacity of more than 200 VMMC providers across the county.
- Successfully initiated, implemented and monitored training of prepex/shangring device method male circumcision in the county.
- In collaboration with community health workers and mobilizers, conducted sensitization through church health programs while advocating for VMMC during the rights of passage in the county to deliver free quality male circumcision.
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Kenyan
References
- charles ndiritu clinical supervisor vmmc eastern deanary aids relief program 0701983580
- dr.john motoku clinical director eastern deanery aids relief program 0705143151
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Traveling
Languages
- English,Swahili and Luo
Contact
P.O Box 6217, Kisumu
Goal Statement
- To effectively deliver quality, acceptable, and indiscriminate health care services
- To assist, support, and create a results-oriented healthcare system that makes informed decisions
Timeline
Clinical Manager VMMC
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
06.2019 - Current
VMMC Coordinator
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
07.2015 - 06.2019
VMMC Deputy Coordinator
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
06.2013 - 07.2015
Clinician/VMMC Surgeon
Eastern Deanery Aids Relief Program
07.2011 - 06.2013
Clinician
Maries Topes International
01.2011 - 06.2011
Clinician
Pipeline Hospital
01.2010 - 12.2010
Intern
Homabay District Hospital
01.2009 - 12.2009
Clinician
Nightingale Hospital
11.2008 - 01.2009
Bachelor of Science - environmental health
Kenyatta University
Diploma - Clinical Medicine
Kenya Medical Training College
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Agoro Sare High School
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education -
Kondele Primary School
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