Microsurgeon

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  
• MMed in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery or equivalent qualification from an institution recognized by KMPDC.
  
• Fellowship/sub-specialty training in Reconstructive Microsurgery or equivalent qualification recognized by KMPDC.
  
• Registration with the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council (KMPDC).
  
• Recognition as a specialist/sub-specialist by KMPDC.
  
• Retention in the KMPDC register.
  
• Valid Practice License from KMPDC.
  
• Valid Indemnity Cover.
  
• Proficiency in computer applications.
  
• Compliance with Chapter Six (6) of the Constitution of Kenya, 2010.
  

• Evaluate and plan complex reconstruction using microsurgical techniques.
  
• Perform microvascular anastomosis and soft tissue/bony reconstruction within credentialed scope.
  
• Collaborate with oncology, orthopaedics, maxillofacial, and general surgery for multidisciplinary reconstruction.
  
• Implement peri-operative protocols including anticoagulation, flap monitoring, and ERAS pathways.
  
• Provide on-call support for trauma and urgent reconstruction needs.
  
• Lead quality assurance, outcomes tracking, and complication review in reconstructive surgery.
  
• Teach and mentor surgical trainees and theatre teams in microsurgical principles.
  
• Contribute to research and innovation in reconstructive microsurgery.