Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Rasik Kantaria Jalaram Medical Services Laboratory Achieves ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation

Transforming Healthcare: Dr. Rasik Kantaria Jalaram Medical Services Laboratory Achieves ISO 15189:2022 Accreditation
Dr. S. R. Rao, the Laboratory Head from Dr. Rasik Kantaria Jalaram Medical Services Laboratory (second, left) and Doris Mueni, Manager, Medical Laboratories (second, right) alongside other staff from DRKJMS Lab during the event.

KENAS proudly presented the ceremonial accreditation certificate to Dr. Rasik Kantaria Jalaram Medical Services Laboratory, marking their attainment of ISO 15189:2022 accreditation. This achievement highlights their competence as a trusted medical testing laboratory, committed to delivering high-quality and reliable services.

A Milestone in Quality Assurance

During the certificate handover event, Dr. S. R. Rao, the Laboratory Head, expressed gratitude for the recognition. He noted that achieving accreditation is an honour and provides assurance to clients about the quality and reliability of their services. Dr. Rao highlighted that the laboratory stands out due to its philanthropic philosophy of giving back to society. Despite offering laboratory services at the lowest prices within Nairobi, they maintain uncompromising standards of quality.

The laboratory’s journey to accreditation spanned five months of rigorous assessment and improvements. Dr. Rao emphasized that this milestone marks the beginning of a journey toward continuous improvement, with a commitment to maintaining the highest quality standards. He further revealed plans to expand their accredited scope of services within their laboratory, promising future engagements with KENAS for scope extension.

KENAS CEO commended the laboratory for successfully blending their philanthropic mission with a strong commitment to quality by embracing accreditation. He assured the laboratory of KENAS’s continued support in their journey toward excellence, emphasizing that KENAS will walk alongside them, providing the necessary guidance and assurance. The CEO also encouraged Dr. Rasik Kantaria Jalaram Medical Services Laboratory to become brand ambassadors for KENAS and accreditation, showcasing the value of choosing KENAS as their accreditation body.

Conclusion

KENAS congratulates Dr. Rasik Kantaria Medical Services Laboratory on this remarkable achievement and looks forward to their continued growth and success. Through accreditation, they have joined a distinguished network of medical testing laboratories that prioritize quality and reliability. Their dedication to maintaining high standards and expanding their services will undoubtedly contribute to a healthier and more empowered society.

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