About
Prof Bosede Afolabi is Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, and Director of Clinical Trials, Research and Implementation Science (CCTRIS). She holds fellowships from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists UK, the West African College of Surgeons, and the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, and earned a doctorate in medicine from the University of Nottingham. As principal and co-investigator on research grants exceeding $15 million USD, she has authored over 110 peer-reviewed publications in maternal medicine, safe delivery, sickle cell pregnancy, and health systems research, and supervises seven PhD students while maintaining clinical practice and ultrasound proficiency.
Experience
- Clinical trials, Research and Implementation Science (CCTRIS)Directorcurrent2022 — presentNigeria
- College of Medicine, University of Lagos, NigeriaHead of the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecologycurrent2022 — presentLagos State, Nigeria
- College of Medicine, University of Lagos, NigeriaProfessor of Obstetrics and Gynaecologycurrent2016 — presentNigeria
- College of Medicine, University of Lagos, NigeriaHead of Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology2018 — 2021Nigeria
- College of Medicine, University of Lagos, NigeriaLecturer, Senior Lecturer and Associate Professor1999 — 2016Lagos, Nigeria
- MRH (Maternal and Reproductive Health) Research CollectiveFounder, Chairpersoncurrent2007 — present
- Lagos University Teaching HospitalHonorary Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologistcurrent2002 — present
- Paelon Memorial HospitalPartner and Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist2010 — 2015Victoria island, Lagos, Nigeria
Skills & more
Epidemiology23Medical Education24Clinical Research18Public Health14Medicine16Medical Research11Healthcare14Hospitals9Surgery8Healthcare Management8Global Health8Internal Medicine7
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Laparoscopic SurgeryHealthcare Information TechnologyResearchInfertilityHealthcare Information Technology (HIT)Microsoft OfficeFemale GynaecologistUterine fibroidsPolycystic ovarian syndromeMaternal MedicineSickle cell pregnancy- Diploma (Dip, MAS) — World Laparoscopy Hospital
- Diploma (FFAIMER) — Foundation for the Advancement of International Medical Education and Research
- Fellowship — National postgraduate medical College of Nigeria
- Fellowship — West African College of Surgeons
- Fellowship — Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists | RCOG
- Certified Member (CM) — Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists | RCOG
- M.B.Ch.B — Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Nigeria
From Prof's professional profile.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who is Prof Bosede Afolabi?
- Prof Bosede Afolabi is Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the College of Medicine, University of Lagos, and Director of Clinical Trials, Research and Implementation Science (CCTRIS). She holds fellowships from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists UK, the West African College of Surgeons, and the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, and earned a doctorate in medicine from the University of Nottingham. As principal and co-investigator on research grants exceeding $15 million USD, she has authored over 110 peer-reviewed publications in maternal medicine, safe delivery, sickle cell pregnancy, and health systems research, and supervises seven PhD students while maintaining clinical practice and ultrasound proficiency.
- Where does Prof Bosede Afolabi work?
- Prof Bosede Afolabi is at Rising Tide Africa (RTA).
- Where did Prof Bosede Afolabi go to school?
- Prof Bosede Afolabi studied at University of Nottingham (Doctor of Medicine - DM, Obstetrics and Gynaecology); Obafemi Awolowo University (MBChB, Medicine).
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