Govt Responds to Death of Woman Days After Cosmetic Surgery
The Ministry of Health on November 1 issued a statement following the death of Lucy Wambui who died after complications from a botched plastic surgery. In a statement, the Ministry of Health said that the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council has initiated an investigation into the matter. “The Ministry of Health has received with […]
Sharon Koech
The Ministry of Health on November 1 issued a statement following the death of Lucy Wambui who died after complications from a botched plastic surgery.
In a statement, the Ministry of Health said that the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentist Council has initiated an investigation into the matter.
“The Ministry of Health has received with deep concern the report of Lucy Wambui’s tragic passing following complications from a surgical procedure at a Nairobi hospital.
An investigation has been initiated by the Kenya Medical Practitioners and Dentists Council to thoroughly examine the circumstances leading to this incident,” part of the statement read.
Further, The Ministry said so far a team has been dispatched to look into the matter and assess whether there was medical negligence on the end of the facility that conducted the surgery.
“A team has been dispatched to the facility to conduct a fact-finding mission aimed at assessing whether the necessary professional standards were met in Lucy’s care,” the statement read.
Additionally, the Ministry warned that if the facility is found culpable of wrongdoing, it will be punished according to the law.
“Any evidence of malpractice or deviation from established norms will be addressed with appropriate action, in line with applicable laws,” the Health Ministry stated.
The Ministry, through the State Department for Professional Standards, reaffirms its commitment to ensuring a skilled health workforce equipped with the competencies necessary for delivering high-quality care. Robust frameworks are in place to regulate healthcare services, uphold ethical standards, protect consumers, and foster public trust in health services,” part of the statement read.
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