Peter Kibet Kiptim, MSc Clinical Chemistry Peter Kibet Kiptim is the Head of the Clinical Chemistry Laboratory in the Department of Laboratory Medicine at Kenyatta National Hospital, where he has dedicated 15 years to advancing diagnostic excellence and patient care. In this role, he oversees operational leadership, quality assurance, and the implementation of innovative testing protocols to support timely and accurate results across the hospital. He is the current chairperson of the Clinical Chemists Association of Kenya (CCAK), guiding professional standards, continuing education, and collaborative initiatives across the country. He also serves as Secretary to the AFCC POCT Committee and acts as the POCT Coordinator at Kenyatta National Hospital, a recently created post where he leads strategic efforts to support and oversee point-of-care testing programs, ensuring reliability, compliance, and clinical impact at the point of care. In addition to his responsibilities at KNH, Peter is a corresponding member of the IFCC CPR Committee, contributing his expertise to regional and international efforts in clinical chemistry practice and the advancement of laboratory medicine. His work focuses on integrating robust quality systems, fostering professional development, and promoting best practices in POCT to enhance patient outcomes across healthcare settings. Outside of his professional roles, Peter is committed to mentorship and knowledge sharing within the Kenyan clinical chemistry community.
