Dr. Chukwudi Charles Uzozie
Dr. Chukwudi Charles Uzozie is a SENIOR LECTURER in OPHTHALMOLOGY Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Personal Information
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Address: | Ophthalmology, Faculty Of Medicine, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka. |
Faculty/Unit: | FACULTY OF MEDICINE |
Department/Sub-Unit: | OPHTHALMOLOGY |
Social Profiles
Interest Areas
Academic Qualifications
| Degrees / Basic Certificates | |
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| 1 | National Post-graduate Medical College Of Nigeria. (Post-Doctorate Degree, May, 2013) July, 2007 to May, 2013 Fellowship Ophthalmology |
| 2 | West African College Of Surgeons. (Post-Graduate Degree, May, 2010) July, 2007 to May, 2010 Membership (MWACS) Ophthalmology |
| 3 | University Of Nigeria Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, November, 2003) December, 1996 to November, 2003 M.B.B.S Medicine And Surgery |
| 4 | Uwani Secondary School Enugu. (SSCE, June, 1994) January, 1989 to June, 1994 |
| 5 | Uwani River Primary School Enugu. (FSLC, November, 1988) January, 1983 to November, 1988 |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Lecturer 1, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka (Nnewi Campus) March, 2019 to Present |
| 2 | Consultant Ophthalmologist0, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi August, 2018 to Present |
| 3 | Lecturer 1, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Uli/Igbariam December, 2016 to March, 2019 |
| 4 | Consultant Ophthalmologist, Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital, Amaku Awka February, 2016 to July, 2018 |
| 5 | Post- Fellowship Senior Registrar, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi June, 2013 to December, 2015 |
| 6 | Senior Registrar in Ophthalmology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi November, 2009 to June, 2013 |
| 7 | Registrar in Ophthalmology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi July, 2007 to November, 2009 |
| 8 | Registrar in Histopathology, University Of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Uyo. March, 2006 to June, 2007 |
| 9 | Senior Medical Officer, Comprehensive Health Centre, Uquo, Esit- Eket LGA, Akwa-Ibom State September, 2005 to February, 2006 |
| 10 | NYSC Medical Officer, Emmanuel General Hospital Eket, Akwa-Ibom State July, 2004 to July, 2005 |
| 11 | House Officer, Parklane Specialist /ESUT Teaching Hospital Enugu November, 2003 to November, 2004 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
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| 1 | AA Onwuegbuna, AI Apakama, UA Eze, CM Ezeude, BC Ochiogu, AC Udeaja, EA Chianakwalam, CC Uzozie, CO Ubaka, CG Chigbogu and GU Eleje. (2024, February), "Hepatitis B Virus Vaccination Awareness and Coverage among Adults Attending Ophthalmology Clinic in Southeast, Nigeria", Asian Journal of Medical Principles and Clinical Practice, Vol. 7, (Issue 1), pp 104-113 |
| 2 | AAO AI Apakama, CC Uzozie, MC Amobi, MC Okosa. (2021, August), "Perception And Acceptance Of COVID-19 Vaccination Among Patients In A Tertiary Hospital In South-East Nigeria", Ophthalmology Research: An International Journal, Vol. 14, (Issue 4), pp 8-16 |
| 3 | CC Uzozie, AC Ezenwa, OO Jagun. (2021, July), "Knowledge Of Glaucoma Amongst Medical And Nursing Final Year Students In Southern Nigeria", The International Journal of Science and Technoledge, Vol. 9, (Issue 7), pp 42 - 45 |
| 4 | MCA ECM EE Afiadigwe, AI Apakama, G Obasikene, CC Uzozie, US Umeh. (2021, January), "Knowledge, Perception And Compliance Of Facemask Use At ENT And Eye Clinics Of A Tertiary Hospital In Anambra State, Nigeria During The Covid-19 Pandemic", International Journal of Research and Scientific Innovation (IJRSI), Vol. 8, (Issue 1), pp 40-51 |
| 5 | MC Okosa, R Uwakwe, AI Apakama, AA Onwuegbuna, CC Uzozie. (2021, August), "Psychological Effects Of Eye Diseases: A Tertiary Eye Center Study", Fortune Journals, Vol. 5, (Issue 4), pp 128-139 |
| 6 | MC Okosa, AI Apakama, AA Onwuegbuna, CC Uzozie, MBC Amobi. (2021, August), "Clinical Features Of Primary Open Angle Glaucoma At Initial Presentation: Experience At A Tertiary Eye Care Center In Nigeria", Fortune Journals, Vol. 4, (Issue 3), pp 244-253 |
| 7 | Chilota Chibuife Efobi, Obiora S Ejiofor, Bernard C Ochiogu, Chukwudi Charles Uzozie, Anthonia Udeaja, Adaora Amoge Onyiaorah. (2020, February), "Ocular Presentations Of Sickle Cell Disease Patients In A Nigerian Hospital", Journal of Advances in Medicine and Medical Research, Vol. 32, (Issue 1), pp 95-102 |
| 8 | AI Apakama, CC Uzozie, CA Nnubia. (2020, October), "Preseptal Cellulitis: 13 Years Review In A Tertiary Hospital South-Eastern Nigeria", Fortune Journals, pp 10-17 |
| 9 | BC Okeke-Nwolisa, IB Enweani, IO Oshim, EU Urama, AN Olise, O Odeyemi, CC Uzozie. (2019, February), "Assessment Of Bacterial Profile Of Ocular Infections Among Subjects Undergoing Ivermectin Therapy In Onchocerciasis Endemic Area In Nigeria", Ophthalmology Research: An International Journal, Vol. 9, (Issue 4), pp 1-9 |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | CC Uzozie. (2013, May), "Ocular Problems Of HIV/AIDS Adult Patients On HAART At The Anti Retroviral Clinic NAUTH Nnewi". |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | Okpala N, Okosa MC, Uzozie CC, Chianakwalam C, Oduah T. (2013, August), "Factors Associated with HIV Positivity among Eye Hospital Patients in Eastern Nigeria", |
| 2 | . Okosa MC, Okpala N, Uzozie CC, Amobi MC, Ihedioha CC. (2012, September), "Benefits Of Routine Screening Tests Comprising Urinalysis, Blood Pressure Measurement And HIV In Eye Clinic Patients", |
| Other Relevant Publications | |
| 1 | CC Uzozie. "The Burden, Manifestations, Diagnosis And Treatment Of Refractive Errors", (Presentation, 2021 September) NMA House, Onitsha A CME presentation made for the members of Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) Onitsha branch on September 12, 2021 |
| 2 | Okosa MC, Okpala N, Uzozie CC, Amobi MC, Ihedioha CC. "Benefits of Routine Screening Tests comprising Urinalysis, Blood Pressure measurement and HIV in Eye Clinic Patients", (Presentation, 2010 August) |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Reviewerships | |
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| 1 | Reviewer, "Evaluation of Predictive Factors Associated With Resolution of Acute Central Serous Chorioretinopathy" (November, 2022) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Counsellor, "CCCD (Centre for Counselling and Career Development) NAU Awka/Nnewi" (September, 2021) |
| 2 | Guest speaker/Resource personnel, "ABS TV/RADIO Awka" (September, 2020 to September, 2020) |
| 3 | Ophthalmologist, "ASA-WORLD (Anambra State Association Worldwide) Medical Mission" (September, 2016 to September, 2016) |
| 4 | Ophthalmologist, "The Mercy Foundation Inc." (June, 2010 to June, 2010) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Other Events | |
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| 1 | "Training Workshop On Coaching And Career Administration Processes", (The Centre for Counselling and Career Development (CCCD) NAU Awka), 30th August, 2021 to 2nd September, 2021; Clinical Building, Faculty of Medicine, NAU Nnewi Campus |
| 2 | "A-scan Biometry, Keratometry And Ophthalmic Anaesthesia Training", (Rotary Club Foundation International / India - Nigeria Medical Mission VTT), 4th October, 2018 to 3rd November, 2018; COOUTH Amaku, Awka |
| 3 | "Small Incision Cataract Surgery Training", (Save The Nation's Sight, Accra, Ghana), 10th October, 2011 to 31st October, 2011; Save The Nation's Sight, Accra, Ghana |
| 4 | "Health Resources Management Course", (National Post-Graduate Medical College of Nigeria), 14th March, 2011 to 25th March, 2011; LUTH Idi-Araba, Lagos |
| 5 | "Clinical Update Course In Ophthalmology (Medical And Surgical Ophthalmology Course)", (National Post-Graduate Medical College of Nigeria), 7th March, 2011 to 19th March, 2011; LUTH Idi-Araba, Lagos |
| 6 | "Community Eye Health Module", (West African College of Surgeons), 28th February, 2011 to 5th April, 2011; National Eye Centre, Kaduna |
| 7 | "Research Methodology In Medicine Workshop", (National Post-Graduate Medical College of Nigeria), 9th August, 2010 to 13th August, 2010; LUTH Idi-Araba, Lagos |
| 8 | "Eye Foundation Vitreoretinal Workshop", (Eye Foundation Hospital Ikeja, Lagos), 27th March, 2010 to 27th March, 2010; Eye Foundation Hospital Ikeja, Lagos |
| 9 | "Neuro-Ophthalmology Course", (OSN South-East /South-South, Memfy's Neurosurgical Hospital and WACS (Faculty of Ophthalmology)), 14th June, 2009 to 21st June, 2009; UNTH and Memfy's Neurosurgical Hospital Enugu |
| 10 | "Clinical Update Course In Ophthalmology (Medical And Surgical Ophthalmology Course)", (National Post-Graduate Medical College of Nigeria), 9th March, 2009 to 20th March, 2009; LUTH Idi-Araba, Lagos |
| 11 | "Clinical Optics Course", (National Post-Graduate Medical College of Nigeria/West African College of Surgeons), 16th February, 2009 to 25th February, 2009; UBTH, Benin |
| 12 | "Scientific conferences of OSN 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2015, 2016, 2018, 2019", (OSN), LUTH Idi-Araba, Lagos |