Hello, I'm Derrick Kurura

 

Blending Medical Laboratory Science with Data Science, AI & ML

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About Me

Derrick Kurura

Nairobi, Kenya

A dedicated Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) student at Kenyatta University with a passion for revolutionizing healthcare through data science, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML).

Age: 21 Years
Languages: English, Kiswahili, French (Intermediate)
Phone: +254700383811
Email: kururaderrick@gmail.com
Location: Nairobi County, Kenya
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My Skills

Technical Skills

Laboratory Diagnostics

Data Analysis

AI & ML Basics

Graphic Design

Programming & Tools

HTML CSS

HTML & CSS

JavaScript

JavaScript

Python

Python

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Soft Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem Solving

Education & Experience

Kenyatta University

2022 - 2026 (Expected)
Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

  • Vice Chairperson – KUMESRES (Feb 2024 – Feb 2025)
  • ICT Coordinator – AKUMELS (Nov 2024 – Present)
  • Assistant Director – KEMLSA (Mar 2024 – Mar 2025)

PLP - AFRICA

Feb - June 2025 (Expected)
Software Development Bootcamp

  • Python, Web Dev, SQL, Startup Building

Udemy

November - June 2025 (Expected)
Fullstack Web Development and AI with Python (Django)

  • HTML, CSS, JS, Python, Django, Git, Linux
  • AI & ML: Pandas, Sklearn, Keras

Kitale County Hospital

April - July 2024
Medical Laboratory Attachment

  • Phlebotomy, Diagnostics, ACORN Microbiology Data Analysis

St. Patrick's Mixed Day Secondary School, Makunga

2018 - 2022
KCSE (Grade: A-)

  • Science Congress Club Member

My Projects

Viral Load Prediction Dashboard

Viral Load Prediction Dashboard

A simulatory dashboard for predicting viral load in patients, helping healthcare providers make informed decisions.

HTML CSS JS Python ML Healthcare
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Mammary Protect Project Image

Mammary Protect Project

Developed as part of the Fuel Africa 2024 entrepreneurship program, focusing on healthcare solutions.

Healthcare Entrepreneurship Innovation
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PATHOTRACK

PATHOTRACK

Global Microbiology Surveillance & Analysis Platform that can track, analyze, and forecast microbial threats worldwide with real-time data visualization and advanced analytics.

HTML CSS JS Python Data Analysis Microbiology
Ongoing
Pathone Surveillance

Global Microbiology Surveillance Dashboard

The Global Microbiology Surveillance Dashboard tracks antimicrobial resistance patterns worldwide, providing real-time alerts and data visualization for healthcare professionals and researchers.

Research Microbiology Healthcare
Ongoing

Certifications

AI in Healthcare Webinar Series

Digital Health Africa & Africa-Canada Artificial Intelligence & Data Consortium

May - June 2024

Fuel Africa Innovation Program 2024

Entrepreneurship program for healthcare and climate solutions (Mammary Protect Project)

Creating a Website Using WordPress

Coursera

Introduction to Data Science Course

CISCO

Feb 2025

Get In Touch

Location

Nairobi County, Kenya

Email

kururaderrick@gmail.com

Phone

+254700383811

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