Dr. Amauzo Joseph Abiahu
Dr. Amauzo Joseph Abiahu is a SENIOR LECTURER in SURGERY Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Dr Joseph A Abiahu, a graduate of University College Hospital, Ibadan. I am a consultant surgeon, specialized in Urology, Fellow of West African College of Surgeons and Medical College of Surgeons. I work as Honorary Consultant in Urology Division, Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital and Lecturer in Faculty of Medicine, Nnewi Campus, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. I am married with children and enjoy reading, researching, teaching and listening to music.
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Address: | Surgery, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MEDICINE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | SURGERY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | University College Hospital, University Of Ibadan. (Bachelor Degree, October, 2002) September, 1995 to October, 2002 MB, BS Medicine And Surgery |
| 2 | Senior Secondary School Of Science, Etiti, Imo State And Ahiazu Secondary School, Lude Ahiara, Imo State. (SSCE, June, 1993) November, 1989 to June, 1993 West African Examinations Council Junior And Senior School Certificate General Knowledge, Arts And Science |
| 3 | Central School Nnarambia Ahiara, Ahiazu Mbaise, Imo State.. (FSLC, November, 1987) September, 1981 to November, 1987 First School Leaving Certificate Mathematics, Languages, Arts And Sciences |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. (September, 2013) May, 2006 to May, 2013 FMCS Surgery (Urology) |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. (April, 2013) May, 2006 to April, 2013 FWACS Surgery (Urology) |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Deputy Director, Centre for Urological Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Neni Campus. January, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Secretary, Committee for review of Students' postings, Lecture topics and Tutorials, Department of Surgery, NAUTH, Nnewi. November, 2024 to Present |
| 3 | Timetable officer, Department of Surgery February, 2022 to Present |
| 4 | Coordinator of Undergraduate Surgery Programmes, Department of Surgery February, 2022 to Present |
| 5 | Chairman, Committee for drafting of rules, regulations and protocols of specialties., Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nnewi Campus. February, 2022 to Present |
| 6 | Head and Coordinator, Urology 11 Unit., Urology Division, Department of Surgery February, 2022 to Present |
| 7 | Member of Committee., Departmental Quality Assurance sub-committee, Faculty of Medicine. June, 2021 to Present |
| 8 | Senior Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State. October, 2020 to Present |
| 9 | Reviewer of Journal Articles, Nigerian Journal Of Surgery June, 2020 to Present |
| 10 | Reviewer of Journal Articles, Journal Of Clinical And Diagnostic Research June, 2020 to Present |
| 11 | Reviewer of Journal Articles, Nigerian Journal Of Medicine May, 2020 to Present |
| 12 | Reviewer of Journal Articles, Orient Journal Of Medicine August, 2019 to Present |
| 13 | External Exerminer, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital July, 2018 to July, 2018 |
| 14 | Coordinator, Department of Surgery Committee on Mortality/Morbidity Seminar/Review January, 2017 to December, 2020 |
| 15 | Honorary Consultant Urologist, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. January, 2015 to Present |
| 16 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus, Anambra State. December, 2014 to September, 2020 |
| 17 | Interno- Internal Examiner, Department of Surgery, Faculty of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Nnewi Campus. November, 2014 to Present |
| 18 | Post Part 11 Senior Registrar, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. May, 2013 to June, 2014 |
| 19 | Senior Registrar (Urology), Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. May, 2010 to May, 2013 |
| 20 | Junior Registrar, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. September, 2008 to May, 2010 |
| 21 | Senior House Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. May, 2006 to April, 2007 |
| 22 | Senior House Officer, Imo State University Teaching Hospital, Orlu, Imo State.S September, 2005 to April, 2006 |
| 23 | Medical Officer (NYSC), Cottage Hospital, Adogo, Ajaokuta Local Government Area, Kogi State. September, 2004 to September, 2005 |
| 24 | Medical Intern, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. September, 2003 to August, 2004 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | Ifeoma Blessing Umeh, Chukwuanu Nkemakonam Ogbuagu, Charles Okafor, Victor Abhulimen, Joseph Amauzo Abiahu, Aminu Ahmed Biambo, Abdulmuminu Isah, Obinna Ikechukwu Ekwunife. (2023, February), "Cost-Benefit Analysis of a Population-Based Prostate-Specific Antigen Mass Testing For Early detection of Prostate Cancer in Anambra State, Nigeria: A Health Provider's Perspective.", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. -31, (Issue -6), pp 672-680 |
| 2 | Onyinyechi Bede-Ojimadu, Nwakasi Nnamah, Jude Onuegbu, Iain Grant-Weaver, Fiorella Barraza, Jideofor Orakwe, Joseph Abiahu, Orish Ebere Orisakwe, Jerome Nriagu. (2023, July), "Cadmium exposureand the risk of Prostate Cancer among Nigerian men: Effect modification by Zinc Status.", Journal of Trace Elements in Medicine and Biology, Vol. -80, pp 127-168 |
| 3 | Mbaeri Timothy U, Onu Onyekachi A , Menkiti Felix E, Onyiaorah Igwebuike V , , Nwofor Alexander M. E , Ukah Cornelius O , , Oranusi Chidi K , Abiahu Joseph A , Orakwe Dubem E , Obiesie Emmanuel A , Ekwunife Okechukwu H , Ugwu Jideofor O , Onu June A , Modekwe Victor , Nwadi Uchenna V and Onuigbo Cornelius O. (2023, June), "Histological pattern of nephrectomy specimens: A fifteen-year review", Magna Scientia Advanced Research and Reviews, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 019-029 |
| 4 | CO Onuigbo, JA Abiahu, TU Mbaeri, AME Nwofor, OO Mbonu. (2022, January), "Catheter Introducer Aided Percutaneous Suprapubic Cystostomy: Description, and Precautions.", Afrimedic Journa, Vol. -8, (Issue 1), pp 52-55 |
| 5 | EA Obiesie, DE Orakwe, UV Nwadi, AME Nwofor, CK Oranusi, TU Mbaeri, JA Abiahu, OA Onu, C Odo, CM Agbanu, OO Mbonu. (2022, July), "Synchronous Bilateral Ureteral Ligation and Urinary Bladder Injuries Following Emergency Hysterectomies: Early Surgical Intervention is a Resuscitatory Measure.", Afrimedic Journal, Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 42-46 |
| 6 | Joseph Amauzo Abiahu, Dubem Ejikeme Orakwe, Timothy Uzoma Mbaeri, Onyekachi Amos Onu, Chinonso Odo. (2022, June), "Huge Pelvic Lipomatosis as unusual cause of Acute Urinary Retention", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 31, (Issue 2), pp 216-218 |
| 7 | Odo Chinonso, Anselm Okwudili Obi, Timothy Uzoma Mbaeri, Ahuizechukwu Emmanuel Obiesie, Ulebe Augustine Obasi, John Chike Okeke, Joseph Amauzo Abiahu, Alexander Maduaburochukwu Ekwunife Nwofor. (2022, August), "Comparative Study of Bisacodyl Suppository Plus Antibiotics versus Antibiotics Alone in the Prevention of Postprostate Biopsy Infdection.", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 31, (Issue 4), pp 374-377 |
| 8 | Uchenna Victor Nwadi, Alexander Maduaburochukwu Ekwunife Nwofor, Chidi Kingsley Oranusi, Jideofor Chukwuma Orakwe, Emmanuel Ahuizechukwu Obiesie, Timo. (2021, March), "Correlation Between Body Mass Index And Gleason Score In Men With Prostate Cancer In Southeastern Nigeria", Nigerian Journal of Surgery, Vol. 27, pp 22-27 |
| 9 | OBASI AUGUSTINE ULEBE, TIMOTHY UZOMA MBAERI, JOSEPH AMAUZO ABIAHU, MICHAEL ECHETA ARONU, KINGSLEY CHIDI ORANUSI, ALEXANDER NWOFOR, JIDEOFOR CHUKWUMA ORAKWE, OKECHUKWU OBIORA MBONU. (2021, September), "Corelation of Detrusor Wall Thickness with International Prostate Symptom Score: A Cross-Sectional Study of Nigerian Men with Prostate-Related Diseases.", Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research, Vol. 15, (Issue 9), pp PC08-PC12 |
| 10 | Augustine Obasi Ulebe1, Timothy Uzoma Mbaeri2, Joseph Amauzo Abiahu2, Michael Echeta Aronu3, Chinonso Odo1, Anselm Okwudili Obi1, Ugochukwu Nnadozie1, Kingsley Chidi Oranusi2, Jideoffor Chukwuma Orakwe2, Alexander Maduaburochukwu Nwofor2, Okechukwu Obiora Mbonu. (2021, November), "Accuracy of Post-Void Residual Urine Volume Measurement in Nigerian Men being evaluated for Prostate-related Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms: A Comparison of Ultrasonographic and Catheterization Methods", International Journal of Clinical Studies & Medical Case Reports, Vol. 15, (Issue 3), pp 004-008 |
| 11 | JA Abiahu, TU Mbaeri, JC Orakwe, A Nwofor.. (2020, July), "Correlation Of Erectile Dysfunction And Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Among Men At Urology Clinic Of A Tertiary Care Institution In South-East Nigeria.", Journal of Clinical & Diagnostic Research, Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 4-7 |
| 12 | TU Mbaeri, JA Abiahu, EA Obiesie, C Odo, KC Oranusi, AME Nwofor, JC Orakwe.. (2020, July), "Assessment Of Complications Of Transurethral Resection Of The Prostate Using Clavien-Dindo Classification In South East Nigeria.", Nigerian Journal of Surgery, Vol. 26, (Issue 2), pp 142-146 |
| 13 | JA Abiahu, AO Ulebe.. (2019, July), "Giant Urinary Bladder Stone In A Nigerian Woman Presenting As Urinary Incontinence; A Case Report.", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 28, (Issue 3), pp 334-336 |
| 14 | BU Eze, TU Mbaeri, KC Oranusi, JA Abiahu, AM Nwofor, JC Orakwe, OO Mbonu.. (2019, February), "Correlation Between Intravesical Prostatic Protrusion And International Prostate Symptom Score Among Nigerian Men With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia.", Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 22, (Issue 4), pp 454-459 |
| 15 | JA Abiahu, DE Orakwe, CO Onuigbo, TU Mbaeri.. (2019, March), "Is Eggplant Deformity Pathognomic Of True Penile Fracture?", Nigerian Journal of Urology, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 21-23 |
| 16 | TU Mbaeri, U Nwadi, JA Abiahu, JC Orakwe, C Okoli.. (2018, July), "Correlation Between Prostate Specific Antigen, Digital Rectal Examination And Histology In Patients With Prostate Cancer.", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 27, (Issue 3), pp 212-218 |
| 17 | TU Mbaeri, C Odo, EA Obiesie, JA Abiahu, JC Orakwe. (2018, March), "Malignant Spinal Cord Compression From Prostate Cancer In A Resource Poor Setting: A Need For Improvement.", Nigerian Journal of Urology, Vol. 8, pp 7-11 |
| 18 | JA Abiahu, TU Mbaeri. (2018, October), "Internal Hernia: Isolated Small Intestinal Peritoneal Encapsulation; A Rare Cause Of Acute Intestinal Obstruction In Adolescent: A Case Report.", Nigerian Journal of Medicine, Vol. 27, (Issue 4), pp 374-376 |
| 19 | TU Mbaeri, EA Obiesie, C Odo, AME Nwofor, JC Orakwe, JA Abiahu. (2018, March), "Tri-corporal Penile Fracture.", Nigerian Journal of Urology, Vol. 8, pp 16-20 |
| 20 | TM Mbaeri, JA Abiahu, JC Orakwe, CK Oranusi, AME Nwofor, EA Obiesie, UV Nwadi, CC Okoli.. (2017, July), "Complications Of Prostate Biopsy In Two Centers In Anambra State.", Nigerian Journal of Surgery, Vol. 29, (Issue 3), pp 133-139 |
| 21 | JA Abiahu, TU Mbaeri. (2017, July), "Sponteneous Scrotal Faecal Fistula In An Adult: A Complication Of Neglected Incarcerated Inguino-scrotal Hernia.", Orient Journal of Medicine, Vol. 29, (Issue 3), pp 149-152 |
| 22 | JC Orakwe, TU Mbaeri, JA Abiahu, AO Egwuonwu. (2011, January), "Strangulating Penile Ring: A Case Report.", Afrimedic Journal, Vol. 2, (Issue 1), pp 28-31 |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | JA Abiahu. (2013, May), "Determination Of Incidence And Correlations Of Erectile Dysfunction And Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms In Adult Nigerian Patients". , pp 1-53 |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | EA Obiesie, AME Nwofor, CK Oranusi, OO Mbonu, JA Abiahu.. (2018, August), "Leiomyosarcoma Of Testis In A 69 Year Old Nigerian Male, A Case Report.", |
| 2 | JA Abiahu, JC Orakwe, AME Nwofor, KC Oranusi, TU Mbaeri, OO Mbonu. (2016, November), "Relationship Between Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms And Quality Of Life In Adult Eastern Nigerian Male Patients.", , pp 52-53 |
| 3 | AI Ugezu, JA Abiahu, CC Ihegihu, CU Ndukwu, NC Chukwuka, RO Ofiaeli. (2010, March), "The Place Of Childhood Injuries: Changing Trend.", , pp 23 |
| 4 | CO Nwajei, AME Nwofor, TU Mbaeri, M Akukwe, JA Abiahu.. (2009, August), "Pattern Of Presentation Of Urologic Malignancies At Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital", , pp 18 |
| 5 | AME Nwofor, JA Abiahu, TU Mbaeri, M Akukwe, OC Ekweogwu, SC Okoye.. (2009, August), "Evaluation Of Gross Hematuria In South-East Nigeria: A 5 Year Retrospective Study.", , pp 17 |
| 6 | JC Orakwe, TU Mbaeri, JA Abiahu, OC Ekweogwu.. (2009, August), "A New Method Of Removal Of Retained Urethral Catheter", , pp 17 |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | JA Abiahu. "Identifying the cause and the management of erectile dysfunction", (Presentation, 2022 September) NMA Secretariat Building, General Hospital Compound, Onitsha |
| 2 | JA Abiahu. "Prostate Cancer; Duty Of Every Man", (Presentation, 2021 February) |
| 3 | JA Abiahu. "Prostate And Breast Cancers; Self Breast Examination: What Every Woman Must Know.", (Presentation, 2021 April) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
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| 1 | "SELECTED TOXIC AND ESSENTIAL TRACE ELEMENTS LEVELS IN MEN WITH PROSTATE DISORDERS AND ASSOCIATED OXIDATIVE STRESS IN NNEWI, NIGERIA" (2023). Completed Doctorate project by ONYINYECHI OGECHI BEDE-OJIMADU (201634A7001F) |
| 2 | "Predictors of Post-Obstructive Diuresis Among Men with Urinary Retention at Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital (NAUTH) Nnewi." (2024). Completed Doctorate project by Nnamchi Chika Ignatius |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "Orient Journal of Medicine" (January, 2023) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research" (January, 2022) |
| Examinerships | |
| 1 | Examiner, "5th MBBS(First) Professional Examination" (September, 2023 to October, 2023). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| 2 | Examiner, "5th MBBS Examination in Surgery at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital." (July, 2018 to July, 2018). Completed External Exam |
| 3 | Examiner, "3RD MBBS(Main) Professional Examination" (August, 2017 to August, 2017). Completed Internal-Internal Exam |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Deputy Director, "Centre for Urological Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Neni Campus." (January, 2025) |
| 2 | Secretary, "Committee for review of Students' postings, Lecture topics and Tutorials, Department of Surgery, NAUTH, Nnewi." (November, 2024) |
| 3 | CHAIRMAN, "SURGERY DEPARTMENT WELFARE COMMITTEE" (June, 2024) |
| 4 | Rresource person at their clinical meeting., "Nigerian Medical Association, Onitsha Branch" (August, 2022 to August, 2022) |
| 5 | Time table officer, "Department of Surgery TIME TABLE OFFICER" (February, 2022) |
| 6 | Coordinator of undergraduate surgery programme, "Department of Surgery" (February, 2022) |
| 7 | Chairman, "Committee for drafting of rules, regulations and protocols of specialties" (February, 2022) |
| 8 | Head and Coordinator, Urology Unit 3, "Urology Unit, Department of Surgery" (February, 2022) |
| 9 | Member, "Departmental Quality Assurance sub-committee" (June, 2021) |
| 10 | Member, "Departmental Quality Assurance sub-committee" (June, 2021) |
| 11 | Coordinator, "Department of Surgery Committee on Mortality/Morbidity Seminar/Review" (January, 2017 to December, 2020) |
| 12 | Member, "Committee for drafting of rules, regulations and protocols of specialties" (April, 2017 to March, 2021) |
| 13 | Member, "Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria Annual General Meeting Organizing Committee." (July, 2015 to July, 2015) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conference | |
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| 1 | "Annual General Meeting and Scientific Conference", (Association of Urological Surgeons, Nigeria (NAUS)), 21st November, 2024 to 22nd November, 2024; Event Centre, Enugu |
| Workshops | |
| 1 | "Artificial Intelligence in Research", (Vitalearning Academia and MDCAN, NAUTH, Nnewi branch.), 8th April, 2024 to 9th April, 2024; Virtual |
| 2 | "Train the trainers", (Combined Board of Surgery, Department os Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital), 24th August, 2022 to 24th August, 2022; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi, Anambra State. |
| 3 | "Train-the-Trainers workshop", (Faculty of Surgery, National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 7th August, 2022 to 9th August, 2022; Best Western Hotel, Victoria Island Lagos |
| Seminar | |
| 1 | "Identifying the cause and the management of erectile dysfunction", (Nigerian Medical Association Onitsha Zone), 11th September, 2022 to 11th September, 2022; NMA Secretariat Building, General Hospital Compound, Onitsha |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Manuscript Writing And Data Management Using STATA", (NAUTH Research Society, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi), 14th January, 2019 to 16th January, 2019; Metu Uzodike Auditorium, NAUTH, Nnewi. |
| 2 | "Pre-conference Workshop On Part 11 Dissertation Procedures", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 14th August, 2018 to 14th August, 2018; Sam Mbakwe Hall, Imo Concord Hotel Owerri |
| 3 | "13th Annual Scientific Conference And All Fellows Congress Of National Postgraduate Medical College Of Nigeria", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 12th August, 2018 to 17th August, 2018; Owerri |
| 4 | "Multi-Specialty Minimal Access Surgery Workshop", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital), 18th March, 2018 to 22nd March, 2018; Theatre Complex, NAUTH, Nnewi |
| 5 | "Medico-Legal Practices", (Obijackson Women and Children Hospital in conjuction with First Counsel Solicitors), 7th July, 2017 to 7th July, 2017; Obijackson Women and Children Hospital, Okija, Anambra State. |
| 6 | "Scientific Conference Of Nigerian Association Of Urological Surgeons", (Nigerian Association of Urological Surgeons), 22nd November, 2016 to 25th November, 2016; Calabar |
| 7 | "Postgraduate Research Workshop: Train The Trainers", (School of Postgraduate Studies, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka), 31st October, 2016 to 24th November, 2016; College of Health Sciences, Okofia, Nnewi |
| 8 | "Genito-Urinary Tract Diseases", (Faculty of Family Medicine, National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria in collaboration with Department of Family Medicine, NAUTH, Nnewi.), 1st September, 2016 to 2nd September, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi |
| 9 | "Health Care Financing For Sustainable Development", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 9th August, 2016 to 13th August, 2016; International Conference Centre, University of Ibadan, Oyo State. |
| 10 | "Joint Scientific Congress", (Nigerian Surgical Research Society/ Association of Surgeons of Nigeria/ American College of Surgeons.), 6th July, 2016 to 8th July, 2016; St Cletus Auditorium, Nnewi |
| 11 | "General Surgery Review Course", (American College of Surgeons-Nigerian Chapter and College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus.), 4th July, 2016 to 6th July, 2016; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi |
| 12 | "Annual Scientific Conference Of Medical Research Society, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus 2010", (Medical Research Society), 25th March, 2010 to 26th March, 2010; Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital, Nnewi |
| 13 | "5th Annual Congress Of Association Of Surgeons Of Nigeria, Nnewi 2009.", (Association of Surgeons of Nigeria), 27th July, 2009 to 29th July, 2009; Nnewi, Anambra State |