Dr. Ngozi Iheukwumere
Dr. Ngozi Iheukwumere is a LECTURER I in MEDICAL REHABILITATION AND PHYSIOTHERAPY Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
Dr Ngozi Iheukwumere is a physiotherapist and currently a Lecturer I in the Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi campus. She obtained her first degree from University of Nigeria Enugu Campus and her MSc from University of Ibadan. She further proceeded to United Kingdom, Newcastle University for her additional postgraduate research degrees. She enjoys teaching and mentoring young adults and is also very deeply interested in meeting and collaborating with erudite scholars across the globe.
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Address: | Medical Rehabilitation And Physiotherapy, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY |
Department/Sub-Unit: | MEDICAL REHABILITATION AND PHYSIOTHERAPY |
Social Profiles
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University Of Ibadan. (Master Degree, August, 2011) November, 2009 to August, 2011 MSc Physiotherapy( Neurology) Physiotherapy |
| 2 | University Of Nigeria. (Bachelor Degree, January, 2007) March, 2001 to July, 2006 B.M.R(Physiotherapy) Physiotherapy |
| 3 | Federal Government College, Sokoto. (SSCE, July, 1997) February, 1991 to July, 1996 Senior School Certificate Secondary School Education |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Career Officer, Department of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus December, 2021 to Present |
| 2 | Lecturer I, Department Of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2018 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer II, Department Of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2012 to August, 2018 |
| 4 | Assistant Lecturer, Department Of Medical Rehabilitation, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2011 to September, 2012 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ebere Yvonne Ihegihu, Ben-Cletus Tochukwu Obieze, Chima Collins Ihegihu, Kenneth Umezulike Ani, Benjamin Uzodinma Chukwuka, Ngozi Iheukwumere, Uzoamaka Nnwakaego Akobundu. (2022, June), "Knowledge, Attitude and Perception of Disability among Healthcare Workers in a Nigerian Tertiary Health Institution", Journal of Musculoskeletal Disorders and Treatment, Vol. 8, (Issue 2) |
| 2 | Emmanuel Chiebuka Okoye, Peter Agba Awhen, Christopher Olusanjo Akosile, Fatai Adesina Maruf, Ngozi Iheukwumere, Afamefuna Victor Egwuonwu. (2017, March), "Caregiver- Proxy reliability of the Igbo-culture adapted Maleka Stroke Community Reintegration Measure: a validation study.", Topics in Stroke Rehabilitation, Vol. 24, (Issue 1) |
| 3 | Peter Ibikunle, Ifeoma Uchenna Onwuakagba, Ngozi Iheukwumere, Victor Egwuonwu. (2015, May), "Influence of Dominant Body Somatotype and Sex Difference on Q- angle and Selected Skeletal Measures Among Undergraduates in a South- Eastern Nigerian University", African Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation Sciences |
| 4 | Christopher Olusanjo Akosile, Gabriel O Anukam, Olubusola Johnson, Ayodeji Ayodele, Emmanuel Chiebuka Okoye, Ngozi Iheukwumere, Mojisola O Akinwola. (2014, April), "Fear of Falling and Quality of Life of Apparently Healthy Elderly Individuals From a Nigerian Population", Journal of Cross-Cultural Gerontology |
| 5 | Iheukwumere Ngozi, Emmanuel Chiebuka Okoye. (2014, April), "Prevalence of Symptomatic Cervical Spondylosis in a Nigeria Tertiary Health Institution", Tropical Journal of Medical Research |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Ani U.K, Onuoha N.N, Ibikunle P.O, Iheukwumere N, Amaechi I.A, Ngozi-Ibeh N.C, Onyeacho C.o, Egwuatu S.c, Odoh M.K, Anusi S.A. (2021, October), "Effects of Mirror -Feedback Training and selected lower limb joint range of motion on dynamic balance of semi professional dancers in nnewi North Local Government Area.", Association of Clinical and Academic Physiotherapists of Nigeria |
| 2 | Ngozi Iheukwumere, Elaine McColl, Lindsay Pennington, Anna Basu. (2016, July), "Self reported and Parental rating of the Psychological disorders of adolescents living with Cerebral Palsy in Europe", |
| 3 | Ngozi Iheukwumere. (2013, June), "Motor Performance and Health Related Quality of Life of Children with Cerebral Palsy", |
| 4 | Ngozi Iheukwumere, Emeka Ossai. (2010, October), "Prevalence of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis in three selected secondary schools in Ilorin, Kwara state.", |
| 5 | Ngozi Iheukwumere, Igwe CE. (2008, August), "A Comparative study of the Incidence of Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis in Secondary School Students in Enugu Metropolis", |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
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| 1 | Member, Adhoc Committee on Electrotherapy Machines, "Department of Medical Rehabilitation,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi Campus" (July, 2021) |
| 2 | Member, of the Doctor of Physiotherapy (DPT) Committee, "Department of Medical Rehabilitation,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi Campus" (March, 2021) |
| 3 | Vice President, "Sisters' Fellowship International, Nnewi Area 1, Otolo 4." (December, 2021 to December, 2022) |
| 4 | Collation Officer, "Independent National Electoral Commission, Awka, Anambra State" (March, 2019) |
| 5 | Member, Environmental Maintainance Committee (Okofia premises), "Provost Administrative Committe, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (October, 2019) |
| 6 | Member, Safety and Sanitation Committee, "Department of Medical Rehabilitation,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi Campus" (October, 2019) |
| 7 | Departmental Preclinical Students Co-ordinator, "Department of Medical Rehabilitation,Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi Campus" (October, 2018) |
| 8 | Reviewer, "Ethical Review Committee, Faculty of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. Nnewi Campus" (September, 2017 to December, 2017) |
Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies
| 1 | Full Member, "Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World ( Nnamdi Azikiwe University Chapter)" (member since 2019), https://owsd.net/network/nigeria |
| 2 | Associate Member, "Medical Women Federation, London" (member since 2016), https://www.medicalwomensfederation.org.uk/ |
| 3 | Full Member, "Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy" - T1792B (member since 2009), http://www.nsphysio.org |
| 4 | Full Member, "Medical Rehabilitation Therapist Board of Nigeria" - 20081174 (member since 2008), https://www.mrtb.gov.ng |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
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| 1 | "Organization For Women In Science For The Developing World", (Organization for women in science for the developing world Nnamdi Azikiwe University Chapter), 17th November, 2019 to 17th November, 2019; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka |
| 2 | "Women Doctors Equity Or Equality?", (Medical Women Federation), 11th November, 2016 to 11th November, 2016; London, United Kingdom |
| 3 | "The 52nd Annual Scientific Conference Workshop", (Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy), 29th October, 2012 to 3rd November, 2012; Benin-City, Edo state, Nigeria |
| 4 | "Health Promotion In Physiotherapy; A Tool For Professionalism", (Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy), 4th November, 2008 to 8th November, 2008; Calabar, Cross Rivers state, Nigeria |
| 5 | "Diseases Of Civilization/Challenges Of Stroke", (World Confederation of Physical Therapists African Region), 19th August, 2008 to 22nd August, 2008; Abuja, Nigeria. |
| 6 | "Community Based Rehabilitation; Physiotherapy In Primary Healthcare", (Nigeria Society of Physiotherapy), 22nd October, 2007 to 27th October, 2007; Kano, Nigeria |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Coaching and Career Administration processes", (The Centre for Counselling and Career Development), 2nd December, 2021 to 2nd December, 2021; Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nigeria |
| 2 | "A Review Of Basic Statistics", (University of Reading), 30th November, 2015 to 1st December, 2015; University of Reading, United Kingdom |
| 3 | "Reliability And Validity Course", (University College London), 12th August, 2015 to 12th August, 2015; UCL Institute of Child Health |
| 4 | "Physiotherapy Intervention In Neurodevelopmental Manifestations; Specialist Perspectives", (The Medical Rehabilitation Therapists (Registration) Board of Nigeria (MRTB)), 5th September, 2012 to 7th September, 2012; University of Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria |
| 5 | "Workshop On Scientific Writing", (Department of Epidemiology, Medical Statistics and Environmental Health, Faculty of Public Health, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan), 22nd June, 2010 to 25th June, 2010; University of Ibadan |
| 6 | "Current Trends In The Management Of Stroke Patients", (University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital), 25th May, 2009 to 12th June, 2009; Department of Physiotherapy, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara state, Nigeria |
| 7 | "Moving And Handling", (University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital), 20th October, 2008 to 24th October, 2008; Department of Physiotherapy, University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, Ilorin, Kwara state, Nigeria |
| Webinar | |
| 1 | "Long COVID: What is it and what are the implications for patient and health system?", (Echo Institute), 20th September, 2021 to 20th September, 2021; Zoom |