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Orthopaedics Department
Orthopaedics
The Orthopaedic Unit specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of musculoskeletal disorders. This includes conditions affecting bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, and muscles. The Unit offers both surgical and non-surgical interventions for trauma cases, fractures, joint dislocations, spine problems, arthritis, and congenital deformities. It is staffed by trained orthopaedic surgeons, physiotherapists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals dedicated to restoring mobility and improving the quality of life for patients.
Dr. Agbomabiwon Nurudeen Olanrewaju
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon
Head, Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology
Profile
Distinguished Consultant Orthopaedics Surgeon with over 18 years of experience in the Nigerian healthcare sector. Expertise in Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy, with a strong background in trauma cases and excellent patient outcomes.
Professional Background
- Served in various capacities across private, secondary, and tertiary healthcare levels.
- Worked with Lagos State Hospital Management Board, Katsina Primary Health Care Development Agency, Federal Medical Center Katsina, Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, and National Orthopaedic Hospital Dala, Kano.
- Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina (2 years)
Leadership Experience
- Chairman, Welfare Committee, Department of Orthopedics, FTH Katsina.
Academic Qualifications
- Member, West African college of Surgeons in surgery MWACS.
- Fellow, West African College of surgeon in Orthopedics and Traumatology (FWACS) Ortho and trauma
Special interests: Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy
Current Role
- Head, Department of Orthopedics, Accident and Emergency, Federal Medical Centre, Ikole-Ekiti.
- Driving the hospital towards international standards of excellence in clinical services.
Key Strengths
- Vast experience in trauma cases with good outcomes.
- Expertise in Arthroplasty and Arthroscopy.
- Strong leadership and management skills.
Units
The department has been providing succour and hope to orthopaedic patients within Ekiti and Nigeria at large. It offers a comprehensive approach to diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating patients.
Hours of Operation
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Our Duties and Services
The department has been providing succor and hope to orthopaedic patients within Ekiti and Nigeria at large. It offers a comprehensive approach to diagnosing, treating, and rehabilitating patients. The department consist of a seasoned Professor of Orthopaedics Surgery and Traumatology working alongside a team of expert doctors and support staff with a focus on providing patient-tailored care.
Conditions we handle include:
- Total Knee Replacement.
- Hemiarthroplasty.
- Open Reduction and Internal Fixation with Plates.
- Intramedullary Nailing of Long Bone (Femur, Tibia, Humerus).
- Open Reduction and Amputation of External Device.
- Sequestrectomy.
- Amputation.
- Push nailing.
- Arthrodesis or Joint fusion.
- Arthroscopy
We provide orthopaedic care for patients of all ages and use the most advanced techniques to offer specialized treatment options, including surgery, to help patients recover as quickly as possible.