Prof. Obiajulu Thomas Ulasi

Prof. Obiajulu Thomas Ulasi is a PROFESSOR in PAEDIATRICS Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Prof. Obiajulu Thomas Ulasi

Staff Profile

I am a clinical lecturer, a researcher and a medical consultant with specialization in paediatrics. I provide teaching and clinical training to undergraduate medical students in the field of paediatrics and specialist clinical care to children, including postgraduate training of resident doctors at the affiliated university teaching hospital. My research interests are mainly in the area of paediatric haematology-oncology and general paediatrics.

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Paediatrics, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF MEDICINE
Department/Sub-Unit:
PAEDIATRICS

Social Profiles

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1West Africa College Of Physicians. (Post-Graduate Degree, November, 2005)
August, 1981 to August, 1988
FWACP(Paed) By Election
2National Postgraduate Medical College Of Nigeria. (Post-Graduate Degree, September, 1988)
July, 1981 to November, 1988
FMCPaed. Paediatrics
3University Of Ibadan, Ibadan. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1979)
September, 1973 to June, 1979
MBBS Medicine And Surgery
4University Of Ibadan. (Bachelor Degree, July, 1979)
September, 1973 to June, 1979
MBBS
5National Secondary School, Nnewi, Anambra State. (SSCE, June, 1973)
March, 1970 to July, 1973
6St Michael's Boys Primary School, Aba, Abia State. (FSLC, June, 1967)
January, 1960 to December, 1966

Relevant/Working Experience

1HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
September, 2018 to August, 2019
2Reader, Department of Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 2017 to Present
3HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
January, 2006 to January, 2007
4HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
February, 2005 to February, 2006
5HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
October, 2001 to October, 2002
6HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
September, 2000 to August, 2001
7Faculty Examination Officer, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
October, 1995 to August, 2001
8HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
August, 1992 to July, 1993
9Senior Lecturer, Department of Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
October, 1991 to September, 2017
10HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka
August, 1990 to July, 1991
11Lecturer 1, Department of Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
August, 1989 to September, 1991
12HOD Paediatrics, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka
January, 1989 to July, 1990
13Principal Research Officer, Institute Of Child Health, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu
November, 1988 to August, 1989
14Resident Doctor, Department of Paediatrics, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu
July, 1981 to October, 1987
15NYSC Medical Officer, Military Hospital, Rukuba, Jos
July, 1980 to June, 1981
16House Officer, University Of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu
July, 1979 to July, 1980

Creative Output

Book Chapters
1Joy Ebenebe, Obi T. Ulasi. (2016, June) Nutrition And Nutritional Assessment: Essence And Scopes Of Childhood Nutrition (Chapter 64). Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 3rd ed. African Education Services: pp 690-700, pp 690-700
2Obi T. Ulasi, Joy Ebenebe. (2016, June) Protein Energy Malnutrition, Vitamin Deficiencies And Vitamin Toxicity (Chapter 65). Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 3rd ed. African Education Services: pp 701-718, pp 701-718
3Ebenebe J, Ulasi TO.. (2007, January) Nutrition And Nutritional Assessment In Childhood (Chapter 32). Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 2nd ed: pp 240-249African Education Services., pp 240-249
4Ulasi TO, Ebenebe J. (2007, January) Nutritional Disorders In Childhood (Chapter 33) Paediatrics and Child Health in a Tropical Region. 2nd ed. African Education Services: pp 250-267., pp 250-267
Journal Articles
1Okechukwu Hyginus Ekwunife, Jideofor Okechukwu Ugwu, Victor Ifeanyichukwu Modekwe, Chijioke Elias Ezeudu, Thomas Obiajulu Ulasi, Cornelius Ozobia Ukah. (2021, April), "Clinico-pathological Features, Management And Outcome Of Paediatric Solid Renal Tumours In Southeast Nigeria: The Need For Protocol And Multidisciplinary Collaboration", Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research, Vol. 15, pp 15-19
2Chisom Nri-Ezedi, Thomas Ulasi, Ann Ikeabbah, Ogochukwu Chioma Ofiaeli, Chidera Mmodumogu, Amalachukwu Okwukweka Odita. (2021, March), "Malignant Type II Sacrococcygeal Teratoma-Revisiting The Role Of Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy In Resource-Limited Countries: A Case Report", Acta Scientific Paediatrics, Vol. 4, pp 93-96
3T Ulasi, C Nri-Ezedi, H Okpara, E Nwaneli, O Ofiaeli, C Ezeudu, J Chukwuka. (2021, May), "Impact Of Family Background Of Cardio-Metabolic Disorders And Associated Risk Factors On Total Adiponectin In Children", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 11, pp 1411-1417
4T O Ulasi, C A Nri-Ezedi, O C Ofiaeli, E G Chijioke. (2021, May), "Novel Cases Of Diamond Blackfan Anaemia In Two Nigerian Toddlers: Roadmap For Care In Resource-Limited Nations", International Journal of Scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences, Vol. 3, pp 101-104
5TO Ulasi, OC Ofiaeli, NC Azuka, JC Ebenebe, CE Ezeudu, NG Obichukwu, NO Ugwu, CO Epundu. (2021, June), "Knowledge And Perception Of Growth Monitoring Among Caregivers Attending A Tertiary Level Health Care Facility", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 11, pp 1464-1470
6Nri-Ezedi CA, Ulasi T, Chukwuka J, Okpara H, Ofiaeli O, Nwaneli E, Ulasi A. (2021, June), "Serum Total Adiponectin In Healthy Pre-pubertal Nigerian School Children", Nigeria Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 24, pp 821-827
7Nri-Ezedi CA, Ofiaeli OC, Nwaneli EI, Ugochukwu JU, Ulasi TO, Ilika AL. (2020, January), "Compendium Of Oral Pathologies In Children Presenting As A Tertiary Hospital In Nigeria", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 32, pp 22-27
8Ugwu JO, Emegoako CD, Ugwunne CA, Ulasi TO, Ugwu NO.. (2020, March), "Bleeding Oesophageal Varices In A 9 -year Old Girl As A Late Complication Of Neonatal Umbilical Catheterization", Nigeria Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 23, pp 429-433
9Nri-Ezedi C, Ulasi T, Monday P, Ofiaeli O, Ulasi A. (2020, August), "Atypical Skin Rash In Two Infants Suspected To Have Multi System Inflammatory Syndrome In A Developing Country With Positive COVID-19 Cases: Challenges Encountered.", Acta Scientific Paediatrics, Vol. 3, pp 25-29
10Nri-Ezedi, CA, Nnamani CP, Ezeh NI, Okechukwu C, Fasesan O, Ulasi TO. (2020, March), "Psychological Distress Among Residents In Nigeria During The COVID-19 Pandemic", International Neuropsychiatric Disease Journal, Vol. 14, pp 8-21
11Nwegbu MM, Isa HA, Nwankwo BB, Okeke CC, Edet-Offong UJ, Akinolae NO, Adekile AD, Aneke JC, Okocha EC, Ulasi T, Abjah U, Ugwu N I, Okolo A A, Madu A,. (2017, February), "Preliminary Evaluation Of A Point-of-Care Testing Device (SickleSCANTM) In Screening For Sickle Cell Disease", Hemoglobin, Vol. 41, pp 77-82
12Okeke KN, Egbuonu I, Ugochukwu EF, Ulasi TO, Okani CO, Ejiofor OS, Ifezulike CC. (2017, December), "Seroprevalence Of HBV And HIV Co-infection In Children In Nnewi, South-East Nigeria", Pediatric and Health Research, Vol. 2, pp 20-26
13Osuorah DIC, Ulasi OT, Ebenebe Joy, Ekwochi U, Onah KS, Ndu KI, Asinobi NI. (2016, July), "Assessment Of School Health Instruction Implementation In Primary Schools In A Local Community In South-Eastern Nigeria: A Comparative Study Between Private And Public Schools", British Journal of Medicine & Medical Research, Vol. 13, pp 1-6
14Osuorah DIC, Ulasi OT, Ebenebe J, Onah KS, Ndu KI, Ekwochi U, Asinobi NI. (2016, April), "The Status Of School Health Services: A Comparative Study Of Primary Schools In A Developing Country", American Journal of Public Health Research, Vol. 4, pp 42-46
15Ndu KI, Ekwochi U, Osuorah DC, Ifediora OC, Amadi FO, Asinobi IN, Okenwa OW, Orjioke JC, Ogbuka FN, Ulasi TO.. (2016, November), "Parental Practice Of Child Car Safety In Enugu, South-East Nigeria", Journal of Environmental and Public Health, Vol. 7, pp 141-148
16Okocha EC, Aneke JC, Ulasi TO, Ezeudu CE, Umeh EO, Ebubedike UR, Ukah CO, Onwukamuche ME, Anyiam D , Onyiaorah IV, Ndukwe CO, Ugwu JO, Ekwunife OH. (2015, April), "Pattern Of Childhood And Adolescent Malignancies At A Tertiary Health Institution In South-East Nigeria: A Ten-Year Study", Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics, Vol. 42, pp 111-115
17Ndukwu CI, Egbuonu I, Ulasi TO. (2014, July), "Nutritional Status And Sociodemographic Characteristics Of 'Urban Poor' School Children In Onitsha, Southeast Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics, Vol. 41, pp 175-180
18Okocha EC, Ulasi T, Aneke JC, Ajuba IC, Okwummuo EP. (2014, July), "Unusual Presentations Of Childhood Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia: A Case Report", Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics, Vol. 41, pp 244-246
19Okocha CE, Manafa PO, Ozomba JO, Ulasi TO, Chukwuma GO, Aneke JC.. (2014, September), "C-Reactive Protein And Disease Outcome In Nigerian Sickle Cell Disease Patients.", Annals of Medical and Health Sciences Research, Vol. 4, pp 701-705
20Ndukwu CI, Egbuonu I, Ulasi TO, Ebenebe JC. (2013, April), "Determinants Of Undernutrition Among Primary School Children Residing In Slum Areas Of A Nigerian City", Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 16, pp 178-183
21Afiadigwe EE, Ezeanolue BC, Ukah CC, Onyiorah VI, Chukwuanukwu TO, Ulasi TO. (2011, November), "Infantile Fibrosarcoma Of The Parotid Gland In A 6 Year-old Female – Case Report And Management Challenges", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 23, pp 1-4
22Ezeanolue EC, Ulasi TO. (1999, March), "Unusual Life-Threatening Beef Bone In The Hypopharnyx Of A Young Infant", Tropical Journal of Medical Research, Vol. 3, pp 97-99
23Nwosu SNN, Okoye GSC, Ulasi TO. (1994, December), "Delayed Diagnosis Of Retinoblastoma", The Central African Journal of Medicine, Vol. 40, pp 353-355
24Ulasi TO, Kaine WN. (1991, June), "Down’s Syndrome And Acute Leukaemia: A Case Report", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 3, pp 125-127
25Ulasi TO, Kaine WN, Onuigbo WIB. (1990, January), "The Value Of Fine Needle Aspiration Cytology In The Diagnosis Of Neuroblastoma", The Central African Journal of Medicine, Vol. 36, pp 5-7
26Obiora FI, Kaine WN, Ikerionwu SE, Obi GO, Ulasi TO. (1989, September), "The Pattern Of Childhood Malignancy In Nigeria", Annals of Tropical Paediatrics, Vol. 9, pp 261-265

Academic Leadership Qualities

Supervisions
1"Anthropometric Assessment of Primary School Children in Slums in Onitsha Metropolis" (2011). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Chizalu. I. Ndukwu
2"Prevalence of Hepatitis B Surface Antigen in HIV Infected and Non-HIV Infected Children Attending the Out- Patient Clinic of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi" (2014). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Kenneth. N. Okeke
3"Prevalence and Socio-Demographic Determinants of Overweight and Obesity among Secondary School Adolescents in Onitsha North Local Government Area of Anambra State, Nigeria" (2017). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Veronica N. Agu
4"Serum Adiponectin Profile in Primary School Children In Nnewi North Local Government Area, Anambra State" (2019). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Chisom. A. Nri-Ezedi
5"Evaluation of Total Antioxidant Status Among Paediatric Sickle Cell Anaemia Patients Seen at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, South-East, Nigeria" (2021). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Chinenye MaryQueen Uju
Editorships
1Editor, "Orient Journal of Medicine" (June, 2003)
2Editor, "Tropical Journal of Medical Research" (January, 1996)
Reviewerships
1Reviewer, "Nigerian Postgraduate Medical Journal" (November, 2013)
2Reviewer, "Nigerian Journal of Paediatrics." (October, 2000)
Examinerships
1Examiner, "4th MBBS Examination in Paediatrics; University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus" (September, 2009 to August, 2011). Completed External Exam
2Examiner, "4th MBBS Examination in Paediatrics; Ebony State University, Abakaliki." (March, 2005 to August, 2007). Completed External Exam
3Examiner, "4th MBBS Examination in Paediatrics; Abia State University, Aba" (May, 1995 to August, 1997). Completed External Exam
4Examiner, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria - Part II Fellowship Exams in Paediatrics" (July, 2017). Ongoing External Exam
5Examiner, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria - Part I Fellowship Exams in Paediatrics" (September, 2011). Ongoing External Exam
Accreditation Panel Memberships
1Chairman of the Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions- Department of Paediatrics, Abia State University, Aba" (March, 2017)
2Secretary of the Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions- Department of Paediatrics, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital, Port Harcourt." (November, 2014)
3Secretary of the Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions- Department of Paediatrics, Ebonyi State University Teaching Hospital, Abakaliki" (November, 2011)
4Member - Accreditation Panel, "NPMCN - Accreditation of Training Institutions, Department of Paediatrics, Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, Irrua." (January, 2008)
Contributions to the University/Society
1Chairman, Investigation Panel on the Death of one Mr Odilichukwu Uchendu, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi" (June, 2014 to July, 2014)
2Member, Students' Disciplinary Committee, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (March, 2012 to August, 2014)
3Member, Faculty Board of Paediatrics, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria" (March, 2011 to February, 2013)
4LOC Chairman_Finance Committee AGSM e_, "West African College of Physicians Conference, Nnewi 2008" (July, 2008 to July, 2008)
5Resource Person_Convulsions in Childhood_CME, "Nigeria Medical Association, Onitsha Zone" (September, 2008 to September, 2008)
6Resource Person_Diagnosis, Clinical Features, Treatment of ARTIs_CME_, "Department of Paediatrics, College of Medicine, University of Nigeria, Enugu Campus" (August, 2006 to August, 2006)
7Member, NAU, ICT Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (January, 2005 to October, 2007)
8Chairman, Faculty Committee on Production, Distribution and Sale of Printed Academic Materials to Me, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (September, 2003 to August, 2005)
9Member, College of Health Sciences Computer Technical Committee (CCTC)., "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (January, 2002 to April, 2003)
10Ex-Officio II and Auditor, Medical Research Society,, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (July, 2001 to September, 2005)
11Member, College Benefactor Drive Committee, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (June, 1999 to December, 1999)
12Staff Adviser_Medical Students' Cultural Society_MES-CUSO, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (January, 1999 to December, 2004)
13Chairman, Committee on Fees for all Examinations for Med. Students, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (September, 1998 to August, 2000)
14Member, Faculty Committee on Conferences, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (April, 1998 to March, 1999)
15Member, Committee on Disbursement of Conference Fund, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (January, 1998 to November, 2020)
16Member, Faculty Committee on Conferences, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (April, 1998 to March, 2000)
17Member, Sub-Committee on Remuneration of External Examiners, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (December, 1998 to November, 1999)
18Member, College Committee for Research Activities and Postgraduate Training, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (August, 1997 to July, 1998)
19Member, Faculty Assessment Committee on Appraisal Procedure, "Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus" (July, 1997 to June, 1999)
20Chairman, College Staff School, "College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (January, 1996 to December, 1998)
21Member, Senate Task Force Committee on the Proper Relocation of Books in ASUTECH Libraries, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (March, 1990 to August, 1992)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Honorary Fellow, "West African College of Physicians (WACP)" (member since 2005), https://wac.physician.org
2Full Member, "Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN)" - 3156 (member since 1989), https://www.mdcan.org.ng
3Full Member, "Paediatric Association of Nigeria (PAN)" (member since 1988), https://pan-ng.org
4Life Member, "National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (NPMCN)" (member since 1988), https://npmcn.edu.ng
5Full Member, "Nigeria Medical Association (NMA)" (member since 1980), https://nationalnma.org

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"Universal Health Access as a Means to attain SDG Goal3; Philosophy of Justice", (West African College of Physicians (Nigeria Chapter) 41st Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM).), 11th July, 2017 to 13th July, 2017; Asaba
2"11th Annual Scientific Conference And All Fellows Congress", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 9th August, 2016 to 13th August, 2016; Lagos
3"Financing Child Health Care In Nigeria", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2014 to 24th January, 2014; Calabar
4"45th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2014 to 24th January, 2014; Calabar
5"44th Annual General And Scientific Conference", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2013 to 26th January, 2013; Calabar
6"44th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 22nd January, 2013 to 26th January, 2013; Benin
7"Improving Quality Of Life", (Nigerian Medical Association, Anambra State Branch), 3rd August, 2012 to 4th August, 2012; Onitsha
8"43rd Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 24th January, 2012 to 28th January, 2012; Ile-Ife
9"42nd Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 11th January, 2011 to 15th January, 2011; Abuja
10"40th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 20th January, 2009 to 24th January, 2009; Ibadan
11"Achieving the Millennium Development Goals- The Role of the Physicians", (West African College of Physicians (Nigeria Chapter) 32nd Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM).), 23rd July, 2008 to 25th July, 2008; Awka
12"Achieving The Millenium Development Goals - The Role Of The Physician", (West Africa college of Physicians. Annual General & Scientific Meeting, Anambra 2008), 16th July, 2008 to 19th July, 2008; Awka
13"38th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 24th January, 2007 to 27th January, 2007; Nnewi
14"37th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 25th January, 2006 to 27th January, 2006; Jos
15"34th Annual General Meeting And Scientific Conference Of Paediatric Association Of Nigeria", (PANCONF), 21st January, 2003 to 25th January, 2003; Port Harcourt
16"The family and emerging challenges on non-communicable diseases in Nigeria", (West African College of Physicians (Nigeria Chapter) 39th Annual General and Scientific Meeting (AGSM).), Owerri
Workshops
1"Workshop On Assessment Methods And Examination Ethics", (Faculty of Medicine, CHS, NAU, Nnewi Campus), 7th July, 2014 to 8th July, 2014; NAUTH, NNEWI
2"Workshop On The Faculty Curriculum", (Faculty of Paediatrics, NPMCN), 13th March, 2013 to 13th March, 2013; Enugu
3"New Curriculum In Paediatrics", (Faculty of Paediatrics, NPMCN), 23rd September, 2011 to 23rd September, 2011; Ikeja, Lagos
4"Aging And Health. Mental Health", (Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria), 2nd August, 2001 to 4th August, 2001; Nnewi
Seminar
1"Achieving The Sustainable Development Goals In Nigeria: The Road Map", (NAUTH/NAUTH Research Society), 10th December, 2018 to 11th December, 2018; Nnewi