Dr. Dennis Mureithi

22/04/2026

It was a privilege to discuss the vital work we do at The Hem Practice on KAMEME TV KENYA . Hearing patient testimonials like Wanjiru's and Beatrice's reaffirms our commitment to providing specialized, compassionate care and pioneering minimally invasive solutions for chronic pelvic pain, including endometriosis, fibroids, and adenomyosis. Together, we're changing lives. See the full story: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t_n2BY4I4SI

11/04/2026

Today, we are glad to kick off Cohort 3 of the Stitch & Knot: Hybrid Laparoscopic Suturing Programme, and I'll be honest, days like this never get old. From Malindi to Mandera, Nyeri to Wajir, Kisii, Samburu, and Nairobi, the doctors who walked through our doors this morning brought quite the representation of Kenya. That alone says everything about the hunger for this kind of training.

Looking around the room at the surgeons who showed up, who chose to invest in their skills, in their patients, in the future of surgery in this region, it's hard not to feel the weight and the excitement of what we're building together. Over the next 2 months, this cohort will go from simulation to the operating room, building real, transferable, OR-ready skills in laparoscopic suturing and knot tying. It's going to be rigorous, it's going to be rewarding, and I am genuinely excited to be in the room with them every step of the way.

To every doctor in Cohort 3, thank you for being here. Your commitment to growing is a commitment to every patient on your table. We're honoured to be part of that journey. Now let's get to work.

19/03/2026

I recently completed the practical week of the International Advanced Master in Gynaecological Ultrasound (Focus on Endometriosis) at the ISSA School in Verona, Italy, undertaken through The Hem Practice.

This was the culmination of a year-long course with online content and the practical week as the final module. It was a wonderful week of learning, exposure, and perspective with 5 other doctors from the THP network, namely, Dr. Julie Oluoch, Dr. Grace Wanjiku, Dr. Saudiyya Mohamed, Dr. Lilian Kemuma, and Dr. Gideon Kariuki.

One of the highlights was meeting Dr. Marcello Ceccaroni and Dr. Carlotta Zorzi, who are the course directors, whose work in advancing ultrasound training, particularly in the structured mapping and diagnosis of endometriosis, continues to shape how clinicians approach pelvic pain globally. Engaging with that level of expertise added real depth to the experience.

I was also able to have a sit-down with Dr. Ceccaroni, who is also the Founder & President of ISSA School, and discuss how programmes like these can continue to grow, especially in creating more opportunities for clinicians within The Hem Practice network to learn and collaborate.

From Day 1, we were received by Dr.Erika & Dr. Matteo, who guided us through the departments and into the clinical workflow. We worked in small teams of three, observing ultrasound for pelvic pain alongside experienced consultants.

The learning was immersive. Consultants talked through every step, what they were seeing, what they were looking for, and why it mattered. It was particularly rewarding to clearly visualise pelvic structures on ultrasound and connect anatomy to what we see on screen.

We also saw the full capability of ultrasound in skilled hands, not just as a diagnostic tool, but as part of treatment. The team performed ultrasound-guided ovarian cyst aspirations, offering a less invasive option and, in some cases, sparing patients from surgery.

During various afternoons, we joined the surgical team in theatre, observing a myriad of MIS cases, including hysterectomies, endometriosis cases, and we even had the privilege of observing a robotic surgery.

A key takeaway from this experience is that minimally invasive surgery is not just about treatment. It starts with accurate screening and diagnosis, and that is where ultrasound plays a critical role.

Thank you, ISSA school team, and our very own doctors, for making the week a success.

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08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day from all of us at The Hem Practice

Today we celebrate the strength, resilience, and achievements of women everywhere. May we continue to uplift, support, and inspire one another as we build healthier, stronger communities together.

06/03/2026

When I first started learning laparoscopy during my residency, I quickly realised something: this is not a skill you master by observation alone. It requires repetition. Precision. Practice. But access to laparoscopic simulation tools was limited. So I improvised.

Using a plastic storage container to mimic the pelvis, my wife’s dishwashing sponges as a suturing pad, borrowed sutures, and my Android phone as a camera, I built a simple trainer that allowed me and fellow residents to practice laparoscopic suturing outside the operating theatre.

That small experiment planted a bigger idea. Years later, that concept has evolved into the Endo Bora Pelvic Trainer, a locally developed training tool designed to help surgeons strengthen their laparoscopic skills in a structured and accessible way. Today, it forms an essential part of our Stitch & Knot Laparoscopic Suturing Training, where we help doctors build the precision and confidence required for minimally invasive surgery.

Because the future of surgery in Africa will not only depend on technology in the operating theatre. It will depend on how well we train the next generation of surgeons. Grateful to see Citizen Digital News spotlight this innovation and the broader mission we are building through The Hem Practice, expanding access to minimally invasive surgery across the region.

🔗 Click here to read the full article:

Kenya continues to face a significant gap in access to safe and timely surgical care, particularly in women’s health, with maternal mortality estimated at 355 deaths per 100,000 live births, according to the 2022 Kenya Demographic and Health Survey.

21/02/2026

As a surgeon, you know that skill is built in the quiet hours: repetition, precision, and discipline.

Over the last 8 weeks, I’ve watched Cohort 2 show up daily, practise consistently, and grow in confidence and control. From simulation drills to supervised live surgery, their progress has been intentional and earned.

Seeing them graduate OR-ready is a proud moment not just for them, but for the future of minimally invasive surgery in our region.

Congratulations, doctors. The real work begins now, and you are ready.

18/02/2026

There are cases you treat. And then some experiences change how you practice medicine forever. This Daily Nation feature explores why pelvic pain has been normalised for generations, and why that must change.
For me, this conversation became deeply personal when my wife went through unnecessary suffering before accessing the right care. The contrast between invasive surgery and minimally invasive treatment was not theoretical. It was lived.
As a surgeon, you understand anatomy. As a husband, you understand impact.
That experience strengthened my resolve to make laparoscopic care more accessible not just in major private hospitals, but across counties where women often have no specialist options.
The article goes beyond the medical narrative. It examines the structural gaps in women’s healthcare and how The Hem Practice is working to address them through mobile surgical units, training, and sustainable infrastructure.
Pelvic pain is not a rite of passage. It is a clinical signal, and it deserves attention.

I invite you to read the full feature here. https://nation.africa/kenya/health/a-lifetime-of-pain-how-generations-of-women-learn-to-endure-pelvic-pain--5361124

11/02/2026

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