Welcome to the Department of Medical Physiology, where we explore the vital mechanisms that sustain human life. Our department is committed to providing students with a strong foundation in normal body function, enabling them to understand health and disease at a fundamental level.
Through a combination of theoretical instruction, laboratory experiments, and interactive learning, we equip students with the analytical skills and knowledge required for clinical reasoning, research, and advanced medical practice. Our faculty members are dedicated to fostering critical thinking, scientific curiosity, and ethical professionalism among all learners.
By integrating physiology with emerging biomedical technologies, we prepare our graduates to be competent, innovative, and compassionate medical professionals capable of contributing meaningfully to healthcare and medical research.
The Department of Medical Physiology is guided by the philosophy that understanding the normal functions of the human body is essential for effective medical practice and the advancement of health sciences. We believe that a solid grasp of physiological principles enables healthcare professionals to diagnose, prevent, and manage disease with insight and precision.
Our approach is anchored in the following principles:
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Scientific Rigor: Promoting comprehensive knowledge of human physiological processes as a foundation for clinical and biomedical expertise.
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Integration of Knowledge: Linking physiology with other medical sciences to enhance understanding of disease mechanisms and treatment strategies.
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Ethical Practice: Fostering integrity, professionalism, and responsibility in all teaching, research, and clinical applications.
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Innovation and Research: Encouraging inquiry into physiological mechanisms and the application of novel technologies to advance medical knowledge.
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Commitment to Humanity: Developing professionals who apply physiological knowledge to improve patient care, public health, and biomedical advancement.
Through this philosophy, the department seeks to cultivate medical professionals who combine deep scientific understanding with ethical practice and compassionate care, thereby contributing to the advancement of health and medicine.
Prof Barrack Otieno Abonyo – Associate Professor
Dr. Eric Onanya Anyira – Lecturer
Dr. Henry Nyongesa – Assistant Lecturer
Dr. Jacob Masika – Adjunct Senior Lecturer
Mr. Cyprian Etemesi – Technologist
Mr. David Koyaya – Adjunct Lab Technologist
