Swarup Ranjan Mishra (born January 18, 1965) is an Indian-born Kenyan doctor, entrepreneur, and politician. He is a gynaecologist and the founder and chairman of Mediheal Group of Hospitals. He has served as a Member of Parliament for Kesses Constituency in Kenya since 2017.[1]
“It is better to be the head of a cat than to be a tail of a tiger ” – Swarup Mishra[2]
Early life and education
Mishra was born in Panchapalli village, Erasama block, Odisha, India. He completed his primary education at Panchapalli School and attended Ravenshaw Collegiate School in Cuttack for his secondary education.
He earned a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from Berhampur University, India (1981-1983) and later completed a Master’s in Obstetrics and Gynecology from the University of Rajasthan, India (1991-1994). In 2002, he obtained a Diploma in Gynecological Endoscopy from Kiel School of Medicine, Germany.[3]
After his studies, Mishra worked as a Junior Consultant at P.D. Hinduja Hospital, India (1995-1996). In 1997, he moved to Kenya, where he began his medical practice.[4]
Career
Medical and academic work
Mishra is the founder and chairman of Mediheal Group of Hospitals, a network of hospitals in Kenya and Rwanda. Mediheal provides specialized medical services, including neurosurgery, IVF, kidney treatment, cardiac care, and critical care. The hospital group has expanded its operations across multiple cities in Kenya.[5]
In 2017, Mishra was elected as a Member of Parliament for Kesses Constituency in Kenya’s National Assembly. He has served on various parliamentary committees, including those related to health, security, and administration.[7][8]
Personal life
Mishra is married to Pallavi Mishra, who is also a medical professional. The couple resides in Kenya.[9][6]
Recognition
Mishra has been given the title "Kiprop arap Chelule" by members of the Kenyan community. The name "Kiprop" refers to someone born during the rainy season, while "Chelule" signifies an outsider who has been accepted as part of the community.[10][11][12]
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