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WEI Champion Spotlight: Dr. Mable Kipenda

August 27, 2019 By WEI Editorial - Angela Yang Health, WEIForward Champions, Women's Health

Can you tell me about your work as a medical doctor? 0:00

Why did you decide to pursue medicine? 0:40

Tell us about some of the struggles you have faced in your professional journey. 1:21

How was your experience as a Mandela Washington Fellow this past summer? 2:06

What is your new role with WEI? 2:43

Who are the women that have inspired you? 3:13

Read more about why Dr. Kipenda chose to become a physician here.

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