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September 27, 2025
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KNH performs world's first facial reconstruction surgery on 7-year-old bandit attack survivor

KNH performs world's first facial reconstruction surgery on 7-year-old bandit attack survivor

The patient, Ian Baraka, is currently in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) under close medical supervision. He sustained severe facial injuries on December 23, 2023, when armed bandits attacked villagers.....

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The Kenyatta National Hospital (KNH) has successfully performed the world's first reconstructive facial surgery on seven-year-old Ian Baraka, who was disfigured in a 2023 bandit attack. This nine-hour procedure is a global medical milestone, solidifying Kenya's position in advanced healthcare.

  • The highly complex craniofacial procedure took nine hours and was performed on Thursday, September 25.
  • The medical team included specialists from KNH and the University of Nairobi (UoN), led by Lead Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon Prof. Symon Guthua.
  • Ian Baraka sustained severe facial injuries on December 23, 2023, after being struck by a stray bullet during a bandit attack at the Isiolo-Meru border.
  • Resident student in Maxillofacial Surgery Dr. Branice Munyasha ran two marathons to raise funds for Ian's surgery.

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