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FREE FOOT AND ANKLE

A partnership between

TMG Foundation | Steps2Walk | Metropolitan Hospital |

 

 

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Foot & Ankle screening

A month ago, during our Foot and Ankle Screening event, we met patients whose lives had been shaped by pain, deformity, and limited mobility. Many had been unable to walk comfortably for years. Others had lost their ability to work, provide for their families, or enjoy the simplest parts of life.

A Second Chance to Walk

  • When the Foot and Ankle Surgical Camp began, the atmosphere was filled with anticipation. Patients who had waited for months were finally receiving the surgeries they desperately needed. With the expertise of Steps2Walk doctors, the support of Metropolitan Hospital, and the leadership of Dr. Ezekiel Oburu, each procedure carried one promise: to give someone the chance to walk confidently again.

Why This Camp Matters

  • Foot and ankle conditions can limit a person’s ability to work, attend school, or care for their family. For many patients, specialized surgical care is financially out of reach, leaving them to live with pain and disability. The Foot and Ankle Surgical Camp exists to bridge this gap—bringing expert care directly to those who need it most and ensuring no one is left behind because of cost or circumstance.

Beyond Surgery: Holistic Care

Beyond Surgery: Holistic Care

Healing does not end in the operating room. Each patient received comprehensive care that addressed their full recovery journey—from preoperative assessment to postoperative monitoring, physiotherapy, and follow-up appointments. This holistic approach ensured lasting outcomes and empowered patients with the knowledge and support needed for long-term mobility.

Restoring Dignity and Independence

For many patients, the ability to walk without pain meant more than physical relief—it meant regaining independence. Simple daily activities such as standing, working, or playing with children became possible again. This restoration of mobility helped rebuild confidence, self-worth, and dignity, allowing patients to re-engage fully with their lives and communities.

The Ripple Effect

The impact of each surgery extended far beyond the individual patient. Families experienced renewed stability, children returned to school with confidence, and households regained earning potential. By restoring mobility to one person, entire families and communities felt the positive ripple effects.

Looking Ahead

The success of the Foot and Ankle Surgical Camp has strengthened our commitment to expanding access to orthopedic care. With continued support, future camps will reach even more patients, reduce waiting times, and offer hope to those still living with preventable disability.

How You Can Get Involved

Whether through donations, partnerships, or advocacy, there are many ways to support this life-changing work. Your involvement helps us continue providing free surgeries, follow-up care, and rehabilitation services to those who need them most.

Dr. Robin Mogere has been actively involved in practicing medicine for the past 30 years and holds an
MBChB from the University of Nairobi and an FRCS from the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburg.

He previously worked at the Coast General Hospital and Taita Taveta District Hospital. He studied at Guys Hospital for Surgical Training and Specialization, before proceeding to the University of Nairobi as a Lecturer in the Surgery Department. Mr. Mogere has tirelessly served as a board member in the following institutions; Medical Practitioners and Dentists Board, The Nairobi Hospital, and has been the Chairman as well as a board member of the Metro Group PLC since its inception.