PROFESSOR BENJAMIN CHUKWUMA
Professor of Medicine
E-mail: benjamin.ozumba@unn.edu.ng
Phone Number: 011-234-8060819600; 08060819600
Brief Biography: Professor Benjamin Chukwuma Ozumba is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology with versatile senior administrative experience, having held various positions as Head of Department, Dean of Faculty, Provost of the College of Medicine and Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria.
He has expertise in Medical Practice and Research. He facilitated the NUC Accreditation of the first Faculty of Dentistry in Eastern Nigeria and led the College of Medicine in achieving the highest National NUC Accreditation score in 2008. He revised the curriculum of the Faculty of Medical Sciences after 22 years and placed it in tandem with modern world-wide curriculum development.
He has over 65 academic publications to his credit, with three chapters in textbooks and other Technical Reports. He was a Research Fellow at the Harvard School of Public Health, Boston, Massachusetts, USA. He is a member of the African Organization for Research and Training in Cancer. Member of American Association for Advancement of Sciences and Member of the International Gynaecological Cancer Society.
He was the most Deserving Lecturer in the College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Nsukka in 1997 and among Who Is Who in Medicine in 2000.
He is an Examiner to the Fellowship of the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria, and External Examiner to many Nigerian Universities. He is happily married to Mrs. Chinelo Ozumba with children.
Areas of Specialization: Feto Maternal Medicine
Responsibilities:
- Teaching Undergraduates and Postgraduates Medical Students
- Conducting 4th MBBS Professional Examinations as well as Supervising it
- Performing Specialized Surgical Operations in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- External Examiner to various Nigerian Universities and Postgraduate/West African Medical College Professional Examinations.
- In-charge of Department, Faculty, College and University administrative functions during his period of tenure.
PUBLICATIONS
11.1 Gynaecological Oncology
11.1.1 Ozumba BC., Nzegwu M.A.. Anyikam A., Okoye I., Okafor DAP. Breast Disease in Children and Adolescence in East Nigeria- A five Year Study.
Journal of Pediatric and Adolescent Gynecology 2009 13;51:26
11.1.2 Obi S N, Ozumba B.C. Cervical cancer: Socioeconomic Implications of Management in a Developing Nation. J. Obstet Gynaecol. 2008 Jul. 28(5): 526-8.
11.1.3 Nzegwu M. A. Anyikam A, Ozumba B. C, Ugochukwu A 1, Agu KA. Malignant breast lesion s in Eastern Nigeria: Saudi Med 1. 2008 29(5): 778-80.
11.1.4 Anyikam A, Nzegwu MA, Ozumba BC, Okoye 1, Olusina DB. Benign breast lesions in Eastern Nigeria.: Saudi Med J. 2008 29(2): 241-4.
11.1.5 Obi SN, Ozumba BC, Nwokocha AR, Waboso PA. Participation in highly subsidized cervical cancer screening by women in Enugu, South -East Nigeria. J. Obstet Oynaecol. 2007 Apr; 27(3): 305-7
11.1.6 Ozumba BC, Ezegwui IH, Onuigbo WIB. Postmenopausal bleeding from a histological perspective. J. Coll Med. 2005; 65 -8
11.1.7 Ozumba BC, Ojidu 1. Management of Ovarian Cancer Nig J Surg Sci. 1993; 3: 60-3.
11.1.8 Ozumba BC, Megafu UC, Igwegbe AO. Clinical Presentations and Management in a Nigerian Teaching Hospital Ir Med J. 1992; 85: 158-9
11.1.9 Ozumba BC, Obi GO. Successful Pregnancy in a Patient with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia following therapy with cytotoxic drugs Int J Gynecol Obstet. 1992; 38; 49-6.
11.1.10 Egwuatu VE, Ozumba BC. Observations on Molar Pregnancy in Enugu, Eastern Nigeria. Int J. Gynaecol. Obstet. 1989; 39: 319-25.
11.1.11 Ozumba BC, Ofodile A. Twin pregnancy involving complete Hydatidiform mole and partial mole after five years amenorrhoea. Eur. J. Obstet Gynaecol and Reprod Bioi 1994; 53; 217 -8
11.1.12 Ozumba BC, Ojukwu JO, Anyaeze CM, Onuigbo WI. Endometriosis of the rectum. Br J Obstet GynaecoI. 1993; 100: 983-7
11.2 Abortion/Reproductive Tract Infection
11.2.1 Ozumba BC, Obi SN. Occupational Risk, Attitude and Behaviour of Surgeons in South East Nigeria. J STD/AIDS. 2005 May; 16(5): 370-3.
11.2.2 Ozumba BC, Obi C, Onyemelukwe F. Asymptomatic bacteriuria in pregnant women in Enugu, Nigeria. Cent Afr Med J 2001.
11.2.3 Onuigbo WI, Anyaeze CM, Ozumba BC. Sexual abuse simulated by schistosomiasis. Child Abuse Negl. 1999; 23(9): 947 – 9.
11.2.4 Onyemelukwe NF, Ozumba BC. ntimicrobial susceptibility of Neisseria Gonorrhoea Isolated from maternal and child infections in Enugu, Eastern Nigeria Nig Postgraduate Med J 1994; 19: 11.
11.2.5 Ozumba BC, Megafu U. Pattern of vulval warts at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria.
Jnt J Gynaecol Obstet 1991; 34: 347-52.
11.2.6 Megafu U, Ozumba BC. Morbidity and Mortality from induced illegal abortion at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, a five year review. Int J Gynecol Obstet 1991; 34: 163-7.
11.3 General Gynaecology
11.3.1 Mba CI, Obi SN, Ozumba BC. The Impact of health education on reproductive health knowledge among adolescents in a rural Nigerian Community. J. Obstet Gynaecol. 2007 Jul; 27(5): 513-7
11.3.2 Ofoegbu EN, Ozumba BC. Establishment of an office of medical education: Nigeria Med Educ. 2007 May; 41(5): 507
11.3.3 Obi SN, Ozumba BC. Factors associated with domestic violence in South-east Nigeria. J. Obstet Gynaecol. 2007 Jan; 27(1): 75-8.
11.3.4 Ozumba BC, Obikili C, Obi SN. Age of menopause in Enugu, Eastern Nigeria. Obstetrics and Gynaecology. 2004.
11.3.5 Ozumba BC, Chukwuka JC. Abdominal Tuberculosis presenting as a massive ovarian cyst. Tropical Doctor 2004.
11.3.6 Obi SN, Ozumba BC, Onyebuchi AK. Pregnancy in unmarried adolescents in Nigeria. Int. J. Obstet Gynaecol 2002; 10 1:215-2 I 8
11.3.7 Ozumba BC, Ezegwui UH. Intra uterine adhesion in Nigerian women. Int. J. Gynaecol Obstet 2001;15:115-7
11.3.8 Ozumba BC, Ibekwe PC. Contraceptive use at the Family Planning Clinic of the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria. Public Health 2001; 115: 51-3.
11.3.9 Ozumba BC, Chukwudebelu W, Snow R. Norplant as a contraceptive device in Enugu, Eastern Nigeria. Recent Advances in contraception 1998; 14: 109-19.
11.3.10 Ozumba BC, Okoye J. Spontaneous closure of cervico-intestinal fistula after hysterosalpingogram: A case report. W.Afr J Rad. 1997; 5: 210-3.
11.3.11 Ozumba BC, Nwabue R. Spontaneous uterin rupture following low upper segment incision. Tropical Doctor. 1997; 27: 11 1-2.
11.3.12 Ozumba BC, Ozumba UC. Bacterial wound infections in the surgical wards of a teaching hospital. J. Coll. Med. 1996; 23: 947-9.
11.3.13 Ozumba BC, Obi SN, Ijioma NN. Knowledge, attitude and practice of modern contraception among single women in a rural and urban community in South east Nigeria. J. Obstet Gynaecol. 2005 ApI'; 25(3): 292-5.
11.3.14 Ozumba BC. Continuing medical Education in Nigeria. International Tutorials. 1995; 2 : 1 - 2
11.3.15 Ozumba BC. Tubal sterilization in Enugu, Nigeria, Nig. J. Med Sci. 1992; 9-12.
11.3.16 Ozumba BC. Acquired gynaetresia in Eastern Nigeria. Int. J. Gynaecol Obstet.1992; 37 : 105-9.
11.3.17 Ozumba BC, Attah C. Ureteral injuries in obstetric and gynaecologic operations in Nigeria Int. J. Gynaecol Obstet. 1990; 36: 131-5.
11.3.18 Ozumba BC, Attah C. Post caesarean section incisional hernia. Nig. J. Surg. Sci. 1991; 59-62.
11.3.19 Obiekwe OM, Ozumba BC. Uterocutaneous fistula complicating lower segment caesarean section. Nig. J. Surg. Sci. 1991; 1: 34-36.
11.3.20 Egwuatu VA, Ozumba BC. Unexpected low ratio and falling incidence rate of ectopic pregnancy in Enugu, Nigeria 1978 – 1981, Int. J. Fertil 1987; 32: 113-21.
11.4 Maternal and Fetal Medicine
11.4.1 Ozumba BC, Nwogu- Ikojo EE, Avoidable maternal mortality in Enugu, Nigeria. Public Health. 2007 Oct 22; 212-4.
11.4.2 Obi SN, Ozumba BC. Pre-term premature rupture of fetal membranes: the dilemma of management in a developing nation. Obstet Gynaecol. 2007 Jan; 27(1); 37-40.
11.4.3 Ozumba BC, Ezegwui HU. Blood transfusion and caesarean section in a developing country. J. Obstet Gynaecol. 2006 Nov; 26 (8): 746-8.
11.4.4 Ozumba BC, Okafor HU. Low-birthweight babies in Eastern Nigeria. Public Health, 2004; 118: 244-6.
11.4.5 Ozumba BC, Obi SN, Oli M. Diabetes Mellitus in pregnancy in an African Population. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2004; 84: 114-9.
11.4.6 Aniebue UU, Ezegwui HU, Ozumba BC. Retained second twins in Enugu, Nigeria. Int. J. Gynaecol Obstet. 2003; 81: 281-5.
11.4.7 Ozumba BC, Anya SE. Maternal deaths associated with caesarean section in Enugu, Nigeria Int. J. Gynaecol Obstet. 2002; 76: 307-9.
11.4.8 Obi SN, Ozumba BC, Okaro JM. Emergency referrals at University Teaching Hospital, Nigeria. East Afr Med 2001; 78: 262-4.
11.4.9 Ogbuokiri JE, Ozumba BC, Okonkwo PO. Ivermectin levels in human breast milk Eur J Clin Pharmaco. 1993; 45: 389-90.
11.4.10 Ozumba BC, Okeahialam M. Incidence and complications of pre-eclampsia at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital Enugu, Nigeria. Orient J Med. 1993; 6:136-8.
11.4.11 Ozumba BC, Mbadiwe I J. Preterm caesarean section in Nigerian obstetric practice. J. Natl Med Assoc. 1992; 85: 857-60.
11.4.12 Ozumbia BC, Ibe I. Eclampsia in Enugu Eastern Nigeria. Acta Obstetrica Scandinarica 1993; 72: 189-92.
11.4.13 Attah CA, Ozumba BC, Management of unrepairable urinary vaginal fistulae in a developing country. Aust NZJ Surg. 1993; 63: 217-20.
11.4.14 Ozumba BC, Amaechi FN. Awareness and practice of contraception among female students at the Institute of Management and Technology (IMT), Enugu. Public Health. 1992; 106: 457.
11.4.15 Ozumba BC, Igwegbe AC. The challenge of grandmultiparity in Nigerian Obstetric practice. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 1992; 37 : 259-64.
11.4.16 Ozumba BC, Uchegbu H. Incidence and management of Obstructed labour in Eastern Nigeria Aust. NZJ Obstet Gynaecol. 1991; 31: 213-6.
11.4.17 Ozumba BC, Mbagwu SC. Emergency Obstetric Hysterectomy in Eastern Nigeria. Int. Surg. 1991; 76: 109-11.
11.4.18 Akpala CO, Ozumba BC. Maternal mortality in a rural community in Northern Nigeria. Orient J Med. 1991; 3: 168-71.
11.4.19 Ozumba BC. Abruptio placentae at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu: a 3- year study. Aust NZJ Obstet. Gynaecol. 1987; 29, 1: 17-20.
11.4.20 Ozumba BC, Ezeoke ACJ. Serum concentration of alpha fetoprotein in normal pregnancy and in pregnancy induced hypertension at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu, Nigeria. Clinica E. Investigation En Ginelogia Obstetricia. 1989; 6: 74-6.
11.4.21 Ozumba BC. Destructive operation in obstetric practice in Nigeria. Int Surg. 189; 74: 64-6.
11.4.22 Chukwudebelu WO, Ozumba BC. Maternal mOltality in Anambra State of Nigeria. Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 1988; 27: 365-70.
11.4.23 Chukwudebelu WO, Ozumba BC. Maternal Mortality at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu; a 10 year survey. Trop J Obstet Gynaecol. 1988; 1: 23 -6.
11.4.24 Megafu U, Ozumba BC. Complications ofmacrosomic babies in African Women. Int. J. Gynaecol Obstet 1988; 26: 197-202.
11.4.25 Obi SN, Ozumba B.C. Onyebuchi AK, Decreasing incidence and changing Aetiological factors of vesico-vaginal fistula in South East Nigeria. J. Obstet GynaecoI. 2008 Aug: 28 (6): 625.31.
11.5 Chapters in Text Books
11.5.1 Sickle Cell Anaemia in Pregnancy. Postgraduate text book of Obstetrics and Gynaecology Friday Okonofua 2004.
11.5.2 Ozumba BC. Paediatric Gynaecological Disorders. Tropical Paediatrics and Child Health. Prof. J.E. Azubuike and Dr. KEO Nkanginieme 1999.
11.6 Books and Technical Reports
11.6.1 Ozumba BC et al. FMOH: Health Policy in Nigeria 2006. Federal Ministry of Health of Nigeria.
11.6.2 Ozumba BC et al FMOH: National Strategic Health Development Plan; Health Infrastructure, Medicines and Commodities 2008. Federal Ministry of Health of Nigeria.
11.6.3 Ozumba BC. Reducing the Barriers to the Attainment of the Millennium Development Goals for Maternal Health in Nigeria: Proceedings of the 7th International Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Society of Gynaecology and Obstetrics of Nigeria (SOGON) 2006.
11.6.4 Ozumba BC; Iyioke C, Obi SN; Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Nigeria: Proceedings of 42nd Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting at Enugu, November 2008.
11.6.5 Ozumba BC; Improving Maternal Health in Developing Countries: The Nigerian Experience: An Inaugural Lecture of the University of Nigeria delivered on July, 2008. Published by the University of Nigeria Senate Ceremonials Committee.
11.8 Manuscript Reviewer for the Journals Listed Hereunder:
11.8.1 International journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
11.8.2 International Archives of Medicine.
11.8.3 African Journal of Reproductive Health.
11.8.4 Public Library of Science (PLOS) Medicine.
11.8.5 Medical Principles and Practice.
11.8.6 Studies in Family Planning.
11.8.7 Journal of College of Medicine.
11.8.8 Biomed Central Journal.
11.8.9 Journal of Community Medicine and Health Education.
11.8.10Global Journal of Education.
11.8.11Journal of Dentistry and Oral Hygiene.
11.8.12Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research.
11.8.13Basic Research Journal of Medicine and Clinical Science (BRJMCS).
11.8.14 Nigeria Medical Journal.
MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES:
- Member, Nigeria Medical Association: 1980 to Date.
- Member, Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Nigeria (SOGON): 1987 to Date.
- Member, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of England, 1993 to Date.
- Member American Diabetes Association: 2006 to Date.
- Member, African Organization for Research and Training in Cancer: 2007 to Date.
- Member, International Gynaecological Cancer Society: 2007 to Date.