St. George’s University (SGU) School of Medicine in Grenada, West Indies, recently held an engaging in-person information session in Nairobi to connect with prospective medical students and their families.
The event, which took place on Friday, January 16, 2025, at Sankara Nairobi, drew more than 100 enthusiastic participants eager to explore pathways to a medical career.The session offered comprehensive insights into SGU’s Doctor of Medicine (MD) program, highlighting flexible academic tracks tailored to different backgrounds.
Attendees learned about the standard four-year MD program as well as the five- and six-year options, which provide additional foundational preparation for those entering directly from high school or needing extra academic support.
SGU representatives detailed the curriculum, student support services, clinical training opportunities, and pathways to practicing medicine in the United States or United Kingdom.A highlight of the event was a live virtual appearance by current SGU medical student Jamil Moloo, who joined from Grenada via Zoom.
He shared firsthand experiences about campus life, academic rigor, state-of-the-art facilities, and the vibrant yet supportive environment of studying abroad in the Caribbean.Anne-Grace Mbabazi, Regional Manager for International Student Recruitment, Africa at SGU, emphasized the significance of the gathering.
“This session was an opportunity to highlight the benefits of studying medicine at SGU and to provide attendees with detailed information on the four-year MD program and the five- or six-year MD tracks,” she said. “It was valuable to meet with prospective students in Kenya aspiring to become doctors in the US or UK.
Kenya remains an important part of SGU’s international community, given the number of doctors who have completed their training with us.”The program included an interactive panel discussion featuring SGU alumni physicians Dr. Steve Mungai and Dr. Brigid Midwa, current student representation, and parent Ms. Keizra Moloo. Dr. Midwa shared her positive journey:
“My time at St. George’s University was incredibly supportive both academically and emotionally. From day one, I felt guided by faculty who genuinely cared about my success.”
The diverse audience, comprising aspiring students, parents, SGU agents, financial institution representatives, and Kenyan community leaders, underscored the growing interest in international medical education. The event reinforced SGU’s dedication to nurturing the next generation of physicians from Africa and beyond, offering accessible routes to global medical practice.
