Name of Research Group – Enugu Ocular Oncology Research Group
Main Research focus: Other areas of research interest – Ocular Neoplasms with specific interest in oculoplasty and reconstructive surgeries.
Title of most recent research project – Pattern of presentation and management of ocular surface squamous Neoplasia.
Maximum of 7 other current/completed research projects
- A unique Technique of the bifid periosteal flap in lateral canthus Reconstruction for basal cell carcinoma
- In-depth interview on perception and reasons for late presentation in Retinoblastoma: A worrisome trend.
- Juvenile Xanthaogranuloma causing bilateral eyelid swelling and severe ptosis in a nine-years old.
- Pattern of presentation and management of OSSN
- Clinico- pathologic variation of cystic eyelid lesions A Nigerian tertiary institution- Based study.
- Comparative Analysis of treatment options of OSSN.
- Amniotic membrane graft preparation techniques.
Name of coordinator– Dr Nkiru Z Nwachukwu
UNN email address of coordinator – nwachukwu@unn.edu.ng
UNN email address of Research Group – eoo-rg@unn.edu.ng
Current webpage of Research Group – https://www.unn.edu.ng/enugu-ocular-oncology-research-group/
Phone Number of Research Group – 08033287938
Phone Number of coordinator – 08033287938
Based Faculty/institute/center of Research Group – Oculoplasty / ocular oncology unit: Dept. Ophthalmology, UNTH, Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu.
of coordinator- Ophthalmology Dept. UNTH
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Brief profiles of members
Nkiru Nwachukwu
Is a Consultant Ophthalmologist and Ocular Oncologist with 9 years experience working at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku-Ozalla,Enugu.
Education and Training
- MBBS, University of Nigeria Nsukka Medical School (2007)
- Residency, Ophthalmology, UNTH (2016)
- Subspecialty Training, Oculoplasty and Ocular Oncology, LV Prasad Eye institute, Hyderabad, (india)15 months (2020)
Professional Experience
- Consultant Ophthalmologist and Ocular Oncologist, UNTH
- Head, Oculoplasty Unit, UNTH
- Deputy Chairman, Medical Advisory Committee (Theatre and Inpatient), UNTH
- Senior Lecturer, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria Nsukka
Specialization
- Oculoplasty
- Ocular Oncology
Research Interests
- Various aspects of Ophthalmology, with a focus on oculoplasty and Ocular Oncology
Institution
- University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH)
- University of Nigeria Nsukka, College of Medicine
Dr Stella Ngozi Onwubiko
Name: Dr Stella Ngozi Onwubiko, MBBS, FWACS, FMCOph, FICO
Position: Senior Lecturer / Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon / Glaucoma Specialist
Affiliation: Department of Ophthalmology, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) Ituku-Ozalla, Enugu, Nigeria
BIOGRAPHY
Dr. Stella Ngozi Onwubiko is a Senior lecturer and Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon with over fourteen years of combined academic, clinical, and research experience in Ophthalmology. A seasoned glaucoma specialist and public health eye care expert, she is dedicated to advancing excellence in patient care, teaching, and research.
Dr. Onwubiko obtained her MBBS from Abia State University, before completing residency training in Ophthalmology at the University of Nigeria Hospital. She holds fellowships from the west Africa College of Surgeons (FWACS) The National postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (FMCOph) and the international Council of Ophthalmology (FICO). She has also completed prestigious glaucoma fellowships at Mayo Clinic (USA) and Aravind Eye Hospital ( India) as well as an MSc in public Health for Eye care from the London school of Hygiene and tropical Medicine, funded by the commomwealth Eye Health Consortium and GSK.
Her research spans glaucoma, Ocular surface disorder, public health Ophthalmology, and barriers to eye care.
Contact Information
Email: stella.onwubiko@unn.edu.ng
Phone Number: +234-803-743-4803
ORCID:0000-0002-6761-4723
www.researchgate.net/profile/Stella-Onwubiko/research
Dr. Ezike Chinenye
Dr. Chinenye J. Ezike is a Consultant Ophthalmologist at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH), Ituku- Ozolla, Enugu, Nigeria. She completed her Ophthalmology residency training at the same institution in May 2022.
Her Clinical and research interests span Ocular Oncology, Oculoplastic surgery, corneal disease and ocular research. Dr. Ezike’s research activities focus on improving diagnostic approaches, treatment options and long- term care for patient with ocular tumors Ocular surface disease and conditions requiring Oculoplastic intervention.
She is committed to evidence – based Ophthalmic practice and brings a strong- interdisciplinary orientation, patient cantered perspective and a growing Portfolio of clinical research engagement.
Dr. Amadi Obiora
Dr Amadi Obiora is a Nigeria – trained medical doctor and Ophthalmologist -in-training with extensive clinical experience across multiple tertiary and private health institutions. He obtained his MBBS degree from the University of NIGERIA Nsukka in 2023, after which he completed his houseman ship at ESUT Teaching Hospital, Parklane, Enugu.
Since February 2018, he has served as a Resident Doctor in the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital (UNTH) Ituku-Ozalla, where he is actively involved in clinical ophthalmic services, resident training, departmental outreach, and Hospital committees. His work reflects strong communication skills, diligence, professionalism, and commitment to service.
Members Google scholar citation links-
Members Research gate links- researchgate.net/profile/Nkiru-Nwachukwu
10 Key publication of the research Group from 2019 till date
Survey of visual Rehabilitation.
Challenges with Trabeculectomy at University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu: Ophthalmology Perspective.
Barriers to uptake of Refractive error services in a rural community in Enugu, South-east Nigeria.
Juvenile Xanthagranuloma.
Effect of Age and parity on Physiological changes in the eye during pregnancy: A prospective longitudinal study.
Quantitative and Qualitative Assessment on Individual perception and self- care practice of Refractive Error in a Rural community in Enugu, South- East Nigeria
Ocular Surface Squamous Neoplasia comparative analysis of different treatment modalities in a tertiary Hospital in South-east Nigeria.
Seasonal variation in tear secretion and lea film stability among adults in Enugu Nigeria: A longitudinal study.
Barriers to uptake of Refractive error service in a rural community in Enugu, South-east Nigeria.
Dry eye disease: A longitudinal study among pregnant women in Enugu, South- East, Nigeria.
List of patents/Exhibitions /Shars/ Production ete from 2019 till date –
Amniotic Membrane Graft (AMG) production in a resource ion setting
Socket Rehabilitation -Production of customized Ocular Prosthesis
Bank account details of Research Group-
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