Dr. Keabetswe Mokoena

Dr. Keabetswe Mokoena is an experienced Pediatrician with 25 years of practice at Quthing District Hospital. She specializes in providing comprehensive care for children, from newborns to adolescents, managing acute conditions like respiratory infections, gastrointestinal issues, and nutritional deficiencies, as well as chronic conditions such as asthma and eczema. Dr. Mokoena has a strong focus on preventive healthcare, offering services like immunizations, growth and development monitoring, and health screenings. She works closely with families to educate them about healthy living and the importance of early detection and prevention of childhood diseases, ensuring long-term well-being for her patients.

Dr. Mokoena has contributed to research in pediatrics and preventive healthcare, focusing on childhood nutrition and immunization programs. Her studies have explored the impact of early childhood immunizations on preventing measles, polio, and tuberculosis, as well as the role of nutrition in reducing childhood obesity and other chronic health issues. Dr. Mokoena has also worked on community-based health programs aimed at improving access to healthcare and reducing childhood mortality rates in rural areas. Her research has been presented at national medical conferences and has contributed to improving public health initiatives in Lesotho.

• Excellence in Pediatric Care (2011)

• Best Preventive Healthcare Provider (2015)

Dr. Keabetswe Mokoena has authored several publications on pediatric care and preventive healthcare. Her most notable research, published in 2014, focused on early childhood nutrition and its link to long-term health outcomes, including the prevention of obesity and chronic diseases. She has also written extensively about the importance of early immunization and the role of preventive care in reducing childhood infections. Dr. Mokoena’s work continues to shape healthcare practices in pediatric care and preventive medicine in Lesotho.