International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics

Improving the quality of antenatal, delivery and postnatal care in Kenya through clinical audit 

The Kenyan Obstetrical and Gynaecological Society has been implementing criterion- based audits to improve maternal and newborn care in three hospitals and one health centre (two in Nairobi - Kenyatta and Pumwani; one in Eldoret - Moi Teaching and Referral Hospital; and Sabatia health centre). Each facility is collaborating with civil society organisations to raise awareness about safe motherhood issues in their communities, as well as working with referring facilities to improve transfers and standard-setting. 

Key successes:·       

• The acquiring of project management skills.
• Highly motivated staff, willing to learn about audits.
• All sites are now in possession of essential supplies/equipment to ensure they can attain the chosen standard. 

Twinned country association: The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (UK) 

Conclusion date: 30 June 2011

Kenya audit training with mentor