Kenya Cardiac Society

The Kenya Cardiac Society is a non-governmental, non-profit making organization found in Kenya.

Aim

Its aim is promote cardiac health and cardiac-related activities in Kenya.

History

Foundation

It was founded by the late Prof. Hillary Ojiambo and Prof. Peter Odhiambo, and eight members of the 1980 Kenyatta National Hospital Cardiac team.

The society has since grown and is now a member of the World Heart Federation.

KCS is best known for its collaborative programme with Mater Hospital and the Heart Walk held every September.

Members

It has more than 60 members, and has a wide variety of activities.

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