About KCHS
Healthcare Training to God's Glory
Our Mission
Kijabe College of Health Sciences exists to glorify God by providing Christ centred healthcare education and research with excellence in Africa and beyond
Our Vision
Kijabe Hospital envisions a Christ-focused center of excellence in healthcare education and research empowering transformative leaders who serve with humility and integrity.
School Leadership
Profiles of our School Leaders
Principal
Dr. Peris Kiarie
KRCHN/BScN/MSN/DNP
Dr. Peris Kiarie serves as the Principal of Kijabe College of Health Sciences, where she provides visionary leadership in health professions education, institutional growth, and student development. Committed to academic and professional excellence, she champions the formation of compassionate, competent healthcare professionals dedicated to serving communities across Kenya and beyond.
Lead for the School of Nursing
Mr. Gabriel Okombo
BScN/KRCHN/KECHN
Mr. Gabriel Okombo is the Head of the School of Nursing at Kijabe College of Health Sciences and a proud alumnus of the Kijabe School of Nursing (KSN). He is passionate about mentoring future nurses and advancing excellence in compassionate, Christ-centered nursing education.
Lead for the School of Clinical Medicine
Mr. Bob Okeyo
RCO/MS Pediatric Emergency and Critical Care
Mr. Bob Okeyo is the Head of the School of Clinical Medicine and Surgery at Kijabe College of Health Sciences and has served at Kijabe for over 20 year and played a key role in establishing both the PECCCO program and the Clinical Medicine and Surgery (CMS) Diploma program. He is committed to the growth of innovative, high quality education programs that increase the quality of healthcare throughout the country and the region.
Lead for the School of Allied Health
Dr. Luke McAuley
PHD,
Dr. Luke McAuley is a pediatric Occupational Therapist and the Lead for the School of Allied Health at Kijabe College of Health Sciences, providing academic and operational leadership for allied health training programs. He is committed to strengthening clinical education, interdisciplinary training, and the development of skilled health professionals for service in Kenya and beyond.
Director of Education & Research
Dr. Arianna Shirk
MD/MEHP in progress
Dr. Arianna Shirk is the Director of Education and Research at AIC Kijabe Hospital and a senior academic leader at AIC Kijabe Hospital. She provides strategic leadership in medical education, curriculum development, and research, with a focus on strengthening health professions training and academic excellence in Kenya and beyond.
Education Philosophy
A summary from the KCHS handbook
Our educational philosophy is grounded in Christ-centered service and a commitment to developing competent, compassionate healthcare professionals who lead with integrity and purpose.
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Holistic training that integrates academic rigor, clinical practice, and spiritual formation.
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Servant leadership and mentorship that shape character alongside competence.
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Community-focused learning that prepares graduates to meet real-world healthcare needs.
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Continuous improvement, innovation, and stewardship in all aspects of training.
Strategic Plan
Download the complete KCHS Education Strategic Plan document to learn more about our institutional goals and future directions.