Dr. Rasheedat Balogun, University College Hospital Ibadan/ Fertpromax Consult, Nigeria
Dr. Rasheedat Omolola Balogun 🎓 is a distinguished Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist at Fertpromax Consult, Lagos, Nigeria. With an MB; BS from the University of Ibadan (2013), she excelled as the Best Graduating Student in Surgery. Dr. Balogun has received multiple accolades, including Overall Best Candidate and Best Female Candidate in Obstetrics & Gynaecology from the West African College of Surgeons (2020). Her research contributions include publications in prominent journals, focusing on pregnancy-related cases.
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Educational Background
Dr. Rasheedat Omolola Balogun holds a distinguished educational background in medicine and surgery. She earned her MB; BS degree from the University of Ibadan, College of Medicine, in 2013, where she graduated as the Best Graduating Student in Surgery. In 2020, she became a member of the West African College of Surgeons (MWACS) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. Recently, in 2023, Dr. Balogun attained the Fellow of the Medical College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (FMCOG) designation from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria. Her foundational education was completed at the Federal Government College, Ijanikin, Lagos, where she earned her WASSC in 2005. 📚✨
Professional Experience
Dr. Rasheedat Omolola Balogun is a highly skilled Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist at Fertpromax Consult in Gbagada, Lagos, since February 2024. Previously, she served as Chief Resident in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, from November 2022 to October 2023. Dr. Balogun also held the position of Senior Resident in the Assisted Conception Unit (IVF) at UCH from December 2020 to October 2023 and completed her residency in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from 2017 to 2020. Her medical journey began as a House Officer at UCH (2013-2014), with roles as a Medical Officer at several hospitals, including Get-Well Hospital and TZ Hospital. 🌟🏥
Dr. Rasheedat Omolola Balogun has received several prestigious awards in recognition of her outstanding contributions and achievements. In 2023, she was honored by University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, for her dedication and growth contributions to the hospital. She also earned the UCH Shalina Rising Star award, being recognized as one of the top six best residents’ dissertations and finishing as the first runner-up. Additionally, Dr. Balogun received the Professor Vincent Aimakhu Prize from the West African College of Surgeons in 2021 for being the best candidate in the 2020 membership examinations, along with the Eusebe Alihonou Prize for being the best female candidate. 🌟✨
Conclusion
Dr. Rasheedat Balogun embodies the qualities sought in a recipient of the Research for Best Researcher Award. Her exceptional educational achievements, extensive clinical experience, impactful research contributions, and recognition by peers demonstrate her unwavering commitment to the field of obstetrics and gynecology. She stands out as a candidate who not only contributes to medical science but also inspires future generations of healthcare professionals.
Publication Top Notes
- A randomized controlled trial on the comparison of two doses of carbetocin with oxytocin for the prevention of postpartum hemorrhage (Concert Trial), Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Research (2024) DOI: 10.1111/jog.16097 🩺
- Assessment of anxiety and depression, and coping mechanisms during COVID-19 lockdown among pregnant women, Heliyon (2022) DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2022.e10902 😷
- Outcomes following cervical cerclage at the University College Hospital. A retrospective analysis, Conference paper (Year not specified) 📄