Dr. Oluwasegun Aremu, University College Hospital, Ibadan, Nigeria
Dr. Aremu Oluwasegun Adedeji is a Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon at the Federal Medical Centre, Owo, Ondo State, Nigeria. Born on January 29, 1980, in Ibadan, he holds an MBBS from the University of Ibadan and an FMCortho from the National Postgraduate Medical College. Dr. Adedeji has extensive experience from multiple hospitals, including University College Hospital, Ibadan, and specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty. A dedicated professional, he is also an avid researcher and a recipient of the OTA international grant award. He enjoys research, sports, and public speaking. š©ŗšš
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Academic Qualifications š
Dr. Aremu Oluwasegun Adedeji’s academic journey is marked by distinguished accomplishments. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) from the University of Ibadan, Nigeria, in July 2009. He further specialized in orthopaedics, obtaining his Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College (FMCortho) in December 2021. His foundational education was completed at Ikolaba Grammar School in Ibadan, where he received his Senior Secondary School Certificate in June 1998. šš
Work Experience š„
Dr. Aremu Oluwasegun Adedeji has extensive experience in orthopaedics and trauma. Since November 2023, he has been serving as a Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeon at the Federal Medical Centre, Owo, Ondo State. Previously, he held the same role at University College Hospital, Ibadan, from May 2022 to October 2023. His career also includes positions as Senior Registrar 1 (2017-2021) and Registrar I-IV (2013-2017) at University College Hospital. Earlier roles include Medical Officer positions at various hospitals, including Newday Specialist Hospital, Diamond Cross Medical Center, Ariset Medical Center, J-Rapha Hospital, and Comprehensive Health Center. š©ŗš
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Dr. Aremu Oluwasegun Adedeji has been honored with prestigious awards recognizing his contributions to orthopaedics and trauma. In 2024, he received the OTA International Grant Award, Grant#4045, acknowledging his outstanding research and dedication to the field. Additionally, he was granted the Wyss Medical Foundation Award, which fully funds his OTA member dues for five years. These accolades underscore Dr. Adedeji’s commitment to excellence and his significant impact on the medical community. šļøš
Research Focus
Dr. Aremu Oluwasegun Adedeji’s research focus lies in the field of orthopaedics, particularly in the treatment of complex fractures in low- and middle-income countries. His study protocol, “Use of antibiotic-cement coated plate in the treatment of Gustilo-Anderson type III long bone fractures in low- and middle-income countries vs external fixation,” published in the journal Injury, demonstrates his commitment to improving orthopaedic care in resource-limited settings. Collaborating with a team of esteemed colleagues, Dr. Adedeji aims to contribute valuable insights that could potentially enhance treatment outcomes and reduce the burden of musculoskeletal injuries globally. š¦“š