Dr Philip Kirwa has been appointed acting CEO of the Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital (MTRH) in Eldoret.
He takes over from Dr Wilson Kipkirui Aruasa whose tenure has ended after serving for 8 years at the helm
Dr Aruasa has confirmed his exit. Dr Kirwa is expected to take over from December 18, 2023.
The incoming acting CEO said he is ready to work with all stakeholders in taking the hospital to the next level.
"We thank Dr Aruasa for his great service and I will strive to with everyone in taking MTRH to the next level," said Dr Kirwa who spoke to the Star on the phone.
He said he would strive to maintain the quality of services at the hospital and make it an international institution with the foundation set by Dr Aruasa.
Dr Aruasa is widely credited with far-reaching reforms at the hospital which is a national referral facility.
In his exit remarks, he assured staff of his commitment to working with them in serving the public
"I’m finishing my tenure and tour of duty as CEO, of MTRH. I’m very happy with the real transformation achieved- infrastructural developments, positive staff culture and attitudes, efficiency and high-level performance," said Dr Aruasa.
As CEO he ensured a good working relationship with all stakeholders, initiated proactive and empathetic/compassionate patient care that is family-centred, ethical leadership, worked well with the community and adopted technology and risk-based management.
He said the hospital was an Institution that embraces continual improvement and continuous learning, a responsive Institution with quality at the core of our operations, and many more.
