Dr. Neema Kaseje

Dr. Neema Kaseje is a trailblazing pediatric surgeon and public health specialist based in Kisumu, Kenya. As a leading member of the Surgical Systems Research Group, she works at the intersection of clinical surgery and health systems research to improve surgical care for children across Africa. Her work focuses on strengthening surgical systems in low-resource settings, ensuring that children receive timely and quality surgical interventions regardless of their socioeconomic background.

A passionate advocate for health equity, Dr. Kaseje combines her surgical expertise with rigorous public health research to influence policy and practice. She is widely recognized as a role model for young African women pursuing careers in surgery and global health leadership.