Who We Are
Kenya Clinical Officers' Association (KCOA) is a professional society established in 1962 and formally registered under societies act cap 108 on 9th July 1981 to promote continuous professional development and welfare of the members. This is achieved through training, capacity building, advocacy, mobilization and socio-economic empowerment.
With a growing membership of over 5,000, KCOA is the backbone of healthcare provision in Kenya, especially in rural areas. Our members provide essential health services at primary and tertiary health care levels both as general practitioners and specialists, playing a key role from specialist consultation to general treatment.
KCOA's objectives and functions are supplementary and complementary to health sector building blocks, functions and responsibilities.
Our Guiding Principles
Our Vision
A model corporate professional society adequately empowering its members all-round.
Our Mission
To continuously add great value to Clinical Officers of all generations in Kenya and beyond.
Our Motto
Service to uphold total health.
Our Objectives
- To advance the study and practice of the profession of clinical medicine.
- To promote education and application of clinical knowledge for the good and health of mankind.
- To collaborate with the Clinical Officers Council in maintaining the standards of the professional conduct and code of ethics.
- To organise periodic meetings of the association for professional, educational and social development.
- To disseminate information by means of journals, bulletins or any other method.
- To promote the role of clinical officers as integral members of the healthcare teams.
- To collaborate with similar associations, organizations or allied professionals worldwide.
- To support Clinical Officers training colleges alumni and build national and international networks.
Organizational Structure
Standing Committees
KECOA has five thematic standing committees charged with specific responsibilities that help in running its activities.