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The Mater delegation took part in a comprehensive programme with Mater Nairobi, to understand the culture, operations, and
commitments that shape our shared mission.
Out in Africa: A Mater of Partnership
In November, a self-funding delegation of six healthcare professionals travelled to Kenya
to deepen and strengthen the Mater’s long-standing relationship with the Mater Hospital
Nairobi. This is what they found.
M
ore than 60 years ago, Sr Incarnation from our
Mater Convent, who had been sent to Nairobi,
fondly recalled the preparations for receiving the
once again. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly
greeted (at 1am!) by the CEO, Director of Nursing, Clinical
Director and HR Director. Their generous welcome set the
preparations for receiving the hospital’s first patients. She is tone for an unforgettable week of hospitality, shared
learning, and genuine connection.
immensely proud to see this Mercy connection flourishing
A Week of Shared Purpose and Partnership
The delegation took part in a comprehensive programme with Mater Nairobi, blending workshops, collaborative
learning, linked clinical simulations, and opportunities to understand the culture, operations, and commitments
that shape our shared mission. Highlights included:
Clinical Workshops & ICU Simulations jointly delivered by Mater Dublin and Mater Nairobi teams,
strengthening critical care skills and professional exchange.
Leadership Engagements demonstrating strong governance, strategic direction, and a mission-driven
organisational culture.
Cancer Care Collaboration focused on early detection, clinical trials, palliative care, and responding to
Nairobi’s growing oncology needs.
Lean Systems Review of admissions and discharge processes; mapping and analysing workflow and
implementing improvements.
Mater Comprehensive Care Clinic (MCCC) Visit, highlighting Mater Nairobi’s commitment to delivering
accessible, high-quality HIV care and treatment to underserved communities, as well as vital medical and
psycho-social support for survivors of Sexual and Gender-Based Violence.
Cardiac Outreach Programme, reflecting Mater Nairobi’s enduring commitment to providing specialised,
life-saving cardiac care to children from low-income families, supported by overseas missions with visiting
surgeons and cardiologists.
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