Betty Gikonyo

Betty Gikonyo (pronounced: Betti Gikonyo) is a renowned Kenyan cardiologist and healthcare entrepreneur. She is the co-founder and CEO of the Karen Hospital, a leading private healthcare facility in Nairobi, Kenya.

Etymology

The name "Betty" is of English origin and is a diminutive form of "Elizabeth", meaning "God is my oath". "Gikonyo" is a Kikuyu name from Kenya, meaning "of the weaver bird".

Career

Betty Gikonyo started her career as a cardiologist after graduating from the University of Nairobi with a degree in Medicine. She later specialized in cardiology, becoming one of the few female cardiologists in Kenya. In 2006, she co-founded the Karen Hospital with her husband, Dr. Danie Gikonyo, who is also a cardiologist. The hospital has since grown to become one of the leading private healthcare facilities in Kenya, offering a wide range of medical services.

Related Terms

Cardiology: The study and treatment of disorders of the heart and the parts of the circulatory system.
Healthcare Entrepreneur: An individual who creates a new healthcare business, bearing most of the risks and enjoying most of the rewards.
Karen Hospital: A private hospital located in Nairobi, Kenya, co-founded by Betty Gikonyo.
University of Nairobi: A collegiate research university based in Nairobi, Kenya. It is one of the largest universities in Kenya.