Uchenna Okonkwo Ekwenibe
Abuja
Summary
Dr. Uchenna Okonkwo Ekwenibe is a seasoned orthodontic specialist with over 23 years of experience in dental care, specializing in orthodontics and hospital administration. Currently serving as Director Medical/Head of Clinic at the Ministry of Defense Medical Center Ship House, Abuja, she excels in health policy formulation and implementation, mentoring junior doctors, and advancing clinical research. With a robust academic background, including a Doctoral Degree in Orthodontics and multiple certifications from the University of Washington, Dr. Ekwenibe is a respected member of several professional organizations, such as the World Federation of Orthodontists and the American Association of Orthodontics. Her dedication to patient care, education, and research has earned her prestigious awards, including the Femi Adennubi Prize and the Nigerian Nominee for the Charlie Schultz Residents Award.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director Medical / Head of Clinic
Ministry of Defense Medical Center Ship House
- Current
- Administration of MOD Medical Center.
- Participation in formulation and implementation of health policies for the Ministry.
Orthodontist Specialty
Army Dental Centre Military Hospital
10.2009 - 11.2023
- Mentored and trained junior doctors.
- Educated and taught other members of the dental team.
- Conducted clinical presentations, research, and treatment.
Dental Surgeon
Army Dental Centre Military Hospital
01.2002 - 09.2009
- Provided day-to-day patient care.
- Conducted patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Supervised and provided service.
National Youth Service
Sam Etham Air Force Base Hospital
05.2000 - 05.2001
- Participated in mandatory patriotic service.
- Engaged in community youth service and national development activities.
House Officer / Internship
Lagos University Teaching Hospital
10.1999 - 10.2000
- Provided day-to-day patient care.
- Conducted patient diagnosis and treatment.
- Supervised and provided service.
Education
Master's Degree - Public Health
National Open University of Nigeria
12.2024
Doctoral Degree - Orthodontics
National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria
05.2016
Post Graduate Diploma - Health and Hospital Management
University of Lagos
07.2010
Master's Degree - Public and International Administration
University of Lagos
12.2007
Bachelor's Degree - Dental Surgery
University of Benin
Benin City, Edo State06.1999
Skills
- Hospital Experience (10 years)
- Teaching (10 years)
- Research (10 years)
- Data Analysis (10 years)
- Higher Education Teaching (10 years)
- Typing (10 years, 55 WPM)
- Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint (10 years)
- Sales, Management, Project Management, Team Management (10 years)
- Customer Service, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Support (10 years)
- Relationship Management, Presentation Skills, Retail Sales (10 years)
- Laboratory Experience
- Administrative Experience
Certification
- University of Washington Certificate of Leadership and Management in Health
- Professional Development, Leadership Skills, Health Management
- University of Washington Certificate of Global Health Project Management
- Project Management, Technical Analysis, Professional Development
- University of Washington Certificate of Clinical Management of HIV
- Team Management, Disease Analysis, Strategic Diagnosis
- University of Washington Certificate of Policy Development and Advocacy for Global Health
- Health Advocacy, Policy Development, Public Support
- University of Washington Certificate of Epidemiology
Languages
English (Advanced)
Igbo (Fluent)
Awards
Femi Adennubi Prize for Best Candidate in FMCDS Fellowship Examination, National Post Graduate Medical College of Nigeria, November 2016, Clinical Research, Fellowship Training, National Award, Nigerian Nominee 2014 Charlie Schultz Residents Award, The American Association of Orthodontists, May 2014, Orthodontics Analysis, International Award, Medical Research, International Healthcare Administration Certification November 2023
Affiliations
- Member, World Federation of Orthodontists (May 2016 - Present)
- Member, American Association of Orthodontics (May 2016 - Present)
- Fellow, International College of Dentists (March 2020 - Present)
- Fellow, National Post Graduate Medical College of Nigeria (May 2016 - Present)
- Member, National Association of Orthodontists (May 2009 - Present)
- Member, Nigerian Dental Association (January 2000 - Present)
Biographical Data
- Date of Birth: 1974-07-18
- Nationality: Nigerian
- L.G.A of Origin: Nnewi North
- State of Origin: Anambra
Contact
- Mobile: +2348022242604
- E-mail: oochay200@yahoo.com
- Address: Ministry of Defense Ship House, Area 10, Abuja, FCT, Nigeria
Profile
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/uchenna-ekwenibe-43437830
- Yahoo: oochay200@yahoo.com
- Gmail: oochaynibe@gmail.com
Timeline
Orthodontist Specialty
Army Dental Centre Military Hospital
10.2009 - 11.2023
Dental Surgeon
Army Dental Centre Military Hospital
01.2002 - 09.2009
National Youth Service
Sam Etham Air Force Base Hospital
05.2000 - 05.2001
House Officer / Internship
Lagos University Teaching Hospital
10.1999 - 10.2000
Director Medical / Head of Clinic
Ministry of Defense Medical Center Ship House
- Current
Doctoral Degree - Orthodontics
National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria
Post Graduate Diploma - Health and Hospital Management
University of Lagos
Master's Degree - Public and International Administration
University of Lagos
Bachelor's Degree - Dental Surgery
University of Benin
Master's Degree - Public Health
National Open University of Nigeria
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