Dr. Nnaemeka Ilokanuno
Dr. Nnaemeka Ilokanuno is a LECTURER I in SURGERY Department, Faculty Of Medicine in Nnamdi Azikiwe University
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Staff Profile
I am Ilokanuno Chinedu Nnaemeka, born on 27th May, 1978. I hail from Nimo in Njikoka Local Government Area of Anambra State. I am a qualified medical practitioner a specialist Surgeon and a Lecturer with Nnamdi Azikiwe University, I am married with 4 kids.
Personal Information
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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 | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Central School Abagana. (FSLC, September, 1999) September, 1983 to July, 1988 FSLC |
| 2 | Dennis Memorial Grammar School, Onitsha. (SSCE, June, 1994) September, 1989 to June, 1994 WAEC SSCE |
| Other / Relevant Certificates | |
| 1 | West African College of Surgeons (July, 2016) November, 2008 to July, 2016 Fellowship Surgery |
| 2 | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka (February, 2003) October, 1995 to February, 2003 MBBS Medicine And Surgery |
Relevant/Working Experience
| 1 | Departmental Examination Officer 2, Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2025 to Present |
| 2 | Head of Burns Unit, Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University October, 2025 to Present |
| 3 | Coordinator of Plastic Surgery Unit II, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka February, 2023 to Present |
| 4 | Member of the Committee for Drafting of Rules, Regulations and Protocols of Specialties, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus February, 2022 to Present |
| 5 | Member of Accreditation Committee, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus February, 2022 to Present |
| 6 | Chairman, Medical and Dental Consultant Association of Nigeria December, 2021 to Present |
| 7 | Secretary, Medical and Dental Consultant Association of Nigeria November, 2019 to December, 2021 |
| 8 | Departmental Sports Representative with the Sport Directorate, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus April, 2019 to Present |
| 9 | Lecturer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka April, 2019 to Present |
| 10 | Consultant, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi January, 2017 to Present |
| 11 | Resident Doctor, National Orthopaedic Hospital Enugu November, 2008 to October, 2016 |
| 12 | Medical Officer, Federal Medical Center Keffi March, 2006 to November, 2008 |
| 13 | Youth Corp Doctor, General Hospital Wamba September, 2004 to September, 2005 |
| 14 | House Officer, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital Nnewi March, 2003 to August, 2004 |
Creative Output
| Journal Articles | |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ifeatu O. Oranusi, Chidi K. Oranusi, Chinedu N. Ilokanuno, Precious O. Okafor, Nkechi L. Ajani. (2026, January), "Airway Management in Severe Post Burn Contracture of the Mouth and Neck: A Case Report", Orient J. Med, Vol. 38, (Issue 1), pp 103-108 |
| 2 | Ifeoma Clara Ajuba, Juliet Onyebuchi Ojukwu , Chinedu Godswill Eze , Chinedu Nnaemeka Ilokanuno , Ifeyinwa Gloria Nwankwo, Chisom Adaobi Nri-Ezedi. (2025, June), "Awareness of blood component therapy among clinicians in a tertiary health institution in south east Nigeria", African Journal of Health and Social Sciences, Vol. 2, (Issue 1) |
| 3 | Chinedu Nnaemeka Ilokanuno, George Uchenna Eleje, Chimaobi Markson Isiguzo, Chichi Ukoha, Ekeuda Uchenna Nwankwo, Emmanuel Chukwubuikem Egwuatu, Kenechukwu Ezekwesili Obi, Chukwuemeka Chukwubuikem Okoro, Chukwudubem Chinagorom Onyejiaka, Chiemezie Mac Kingsley Agbanu, Michel Chiedu Egbuniwe, Adanna Vivian Egwim, Johnbosco Emmanuel Mamah, Obinna Kenneth Nnabuchi, Chigozie Geoffrey Okafor, Stanley Chigaemezu Egbogu, Onyecherelam Monday Ogelle, Emmanuel Onyebuchi Ugwu, Gerald Okanandu Udigwe, Blessing Ifunanya Enyi, Uchenna Clara Chijioke Ofoma, Chidinma Theresa Ezidiegwu, Ahizechukwu Chigoziem Eke.. (2025, August), "Post-Caesarean and Post-Laparotomy Abdominal Wall Reconstruction (Tummy Tuck) For Aesthetic and Functional Restoration in A Low Resource Setting: A Case Report", CME Journal of Clinical Case Report, Vol. 2, (Issue 2), pp 1-9 |
| 4 | Chimaobi M. Isiguzo, Anthony Uzoho, Ifeakandu Ibe-Ojiludu, Chinedu N. Ilokanuno. (2025, November), "Skin Grafting Recipient Site Preparation in the Limbs With a Bloodless Technique", Plastic Reconstructive Surgery Global Open |
| 5 | Isiguzo CM, Opara C, Onyeokpere C, Uzoho A, Ifeakandu IO, Ilokanuno N. (2024, November), "Recurrent dermatofibrosarcoma protruberans: For all surgeons or the right surgeons – challenges and management approach.", Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice, Vol. 27, (Issue 11), pp 1340- 3 |
| 6 | Onyekwelu J., Ekwueme P., Onyekwelu E.I., Ilokanuno C.N. (2024, November), "Patterns and Outcomes of Casesrean Section in a Private Hospital Southeast Nigeria: A 2-Year Retrospective Review.", The Nigerian Journal of General Practice, Vol. 21, (Issue 1), pp 36 - 43 |
| 7 | Ifeoma Clara Ajuba, Simon Nkpeh Ushie, Chisom Nri-Ezedi, Obiageli Onwurah, Ifeyinwa Nwankwo, Chinedu Nnaemeka Ilokanuno. (2023, July), "Transfusion transmissible infections among blood donors in a tertiary hospital, South east Nigeria: any change over time?", Journal of Biomedical Investigation (JBI), Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 128 to 141 |
| 8 | Ushie Simon Nkpeh, Aghanya Nnaemeka Iloduba, Chinedu Nnaemeka Ilokanuno, Ufoaroh Chinyelu Uchenna, Onubogu U.C, Ezeador C.O, Akujobi Comfort Nne. (2023, July), "Ceftriazone Resistance in tertiary hospital South Eastern Nigeria: A retrospective study", Journal of Biomedical Investigation (JBI), Vol. 11, (Issue 2), pp 159 to 168 |
| 9 | Felix Emeka Menkiti, Cornelius Ozobia Ukah, Simdi Stephanie Ukoha, Ifeoma Oluchukwu Menkiti, Chisom Godswill Chigbo, Ugochukwu Timothy Uchendu, Jude Ikwuakonam Mgbemena, Azuka Chinweokwu Ezeike, Chinwendu Onyeabuashi, Kenechukwu Uche-Okonkwo, Chinonso Alozie, Peter Chukwudi Nwakile, Ebele Adaobi Muoghalu, Chinedu Nnaemeka Ilokanuno. (2023, November), "Utilisation of second opinion pathology consults by clinicians: a cross sectional study", International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences, Vol. 11, (Issue 11), pp 3993 to 4001 |
| 10 | Peace Amaka Onwuzurike, Ushie Simon Nkpeh, Ilokanuno Chinedu Nnaemeka, Izunna Somadina Okwelogu, Department of Microbiology. (2023, December), "Impact of MDR-1 mutations on HIV viral load and gender-specific effects: Insights from Co-Infection with malaria parasites", South Asian Journal of Health Sciences, Vol. 1, pp 31 to 37 |
| 11 | S O Obiechina, J O Ugwu, O H Ekwunife, V I Modekwe, A N Osuigwe, C N Ilokanuno, S U Ezidiegwu, C I Ugwunne. (2022, December), "A comparative study between use of steri-strips and subcuticular absorbable monofilament sutures", Journal of MAR Pediatrics |
| 12 | G.U. Eleje, E.C. Ihekwoaba, O.A. Onu, E.P. Igbodike, C.N. Ilokanuno T.O. Chukwuanukwu, C.C. Okoro, K.C. Obioha, B.C. Okpala. (2022, December), "Conception following successful repair of two previous failed attempts at repair of partial transverse vaginal septum diagnosed after marital union: A case report", SAGE Journals |
| 13 | Chukwuanukwu T, Afiadigwe E, Apakama A, Chukwuanukwu R, Nwankwo U, Ilokanuno C. (2021, May), "Epidemiology Of Cleft Lip And Palate In Nigeria", International journal of scientific Research in Dental and Medical Sciences |
| 14 | Ugwu JO, Etukokwu KC, Modekwe VI, Ekwunife HO, Orjiakor SC, Ilokanuno CN. (2021, July), "Pentalogy Of Cantrell: Reconstructive Challenges Of Two Complete Cases In A Resource Constrained Setting", Journal Indian Association of Pediatric Surgery |
| 15 | Ilokanuno C.N, Chukwuanukwu TO, Nwankwo EU, Oranusi CK. (2020, January), "Penile And Scrotal Defects Post-fourniers Gangrene: Reconstructive Ptions And Challenges In Resource Limited Settings", Nigerian Journal of Plastic Surgery, Vol. 16, pp 65 - 71 |
| 16 | Eleje GU, Udigwe GO, Obiagwu HI, Ilokanuno CN. (2020, December), "Perforated Transverse Vaginal Septum Associated With Primary Infertility: Diagnostic And Management Challenges In A Low Income Setting", Journal of Medical Case Reports and Reviews, Vol. 3, (Issue 12), pp 792 - 796 |
| 17 | Ilokanuno C, Onah I, Ezinwa C. (2014, August), "Experience With Vein Conduit In The Management Of Nerve Gap", Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Vol. 134, (Issue 2), pp 392 |
| 18 | REE Nnabuko, A Uduezue, CO Ezinwa, CM Isiguzo, I Offor, CN Ilokanuno. (2013, March), "Burn Injury In Pregnancy At The National Orthopedic Hospital Enugu South East Nigeria", Nigeria Journal of Plastic Surgery, Vol. 9, (Issue 1), pp 39 - 41 |
| Dissertations | |
| 1 | Ilokanuno C.N. (2016, April), "Comparison Of Topical Heparin And 1% Silver Sulphadiazine In Burn Wound Treatment In National Orthopedic Hospital Enugu". |
| Conference Papers | |
| 1 | C.N Ilokanuno, U.E. Nwankwo, T.O.G Chukwuanukwu, C. Ijomah. (2023, July), "Facial Neurofibroma and its Management Challeges: A case report", |
| 2 | Nwankwo Ezekiel Uchechukwu, Oranusi Ifeatu Ogochukwu, Ilokanuno Chinedu Nnaemeka, Chukwuanukwu Titus Ositadinma, Ezema Chino Evaristus. (2021, December), "A retrospective analysis of patients with maxillomandibular injuries at a tertiary care hospital in South East Nigeria", |
| 3 | Nwankwo EU, Chukwuanukwu TOG, Ilokanuno CN. (2019, August), "Negative Pressure Wound Therapy- Changing The Narrative In Chronic Wound Management", NMA Conference Brochure |
| 4 | CN Ilokanuno, TOG Chukwuanukwu, EU Nwankwo. (2019, August), "Pattern Of Burns Presenting At NAUTH Nnewi: A 3 Year Review", NMA Conference Brochure |
| 5 | Uduezue AO, Ogbonnaya IS, Ilokanuno CN. (2016, August), "Therabond Silver Dressing In Extensive Full Thickness Burns: Case Series", NAPRAS Conference Brochure |
| 6 | Uduezue AO, Ogbonnaya IS, Ilokanuno CN. (2016, August), "Klippel-Trenaunay-Weber-Syndrome: Case Report", NAPRAS Conference Brochure |
Academic Leadership Qualities
| Supervisions | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Closure of Groin Skin Incision in Children: A Comparative Study between use of Steri-Strips and Subcuticular Absorbable Monofilament Sutures" (2021). Completed Doctorate project by Dr Obiechina Sylvester Okwuchukwu |
| Editorships | |
| 1 | Editor, "The College Voice" (March, 2024) |
| Reviewerships | |
| 1 | Reviewer, "African Journal of Paediatric Surgery" (January, 2026) |
| 2 | Reviewer, "Nigerian Journal of General Practice" (August, 2024) |
| 3 | Reviewer, "Nigerian Journal of Surgery (NJS)" (October, 2021) |
| 4 | Reviewer, "Nigerian Journal of Surgeons" (September, 2020) |
| Contributions to the University/Society | |
| 1 | Team Leader, "SolumKolia Breast Cancer Foundation" (December, 2025) |
| 2 | Head of Burns Unit, "Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (October, 2025) |
| 3 | Examination Officer 2, "Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University" (October, 2025) |
| 4 | Chairman Incorporated Trustees, "Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), NAUTH Nnewi Chapter" (February, 2024) |
| 5 | Member Medication Education Committee, "Faculty of Medicine, College of Health Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (November, 2023) |
| 6 | Member of Accreditation Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Department of Surgery" (February, 2022) |
| 7 | Member of the Committee for Drafting of Rules, Regulations and Protocols of Specialties, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Department of Surgery" (February, 2022) |
| 8 | Coordinator of Plastic Surgery Unit II, "Department of Surgery, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (February, 2022) |
| 9 | Chairman, "Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), NAUTH Nnewi Chapter" (December, 2021 to December, 2023) |
| 10 | Member, College Voice Editorial Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (April, 2021) |
| 11 | Member, Endowment and Fund Raising Committee, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus" (July, 2021) |
| 12 | Faculty, "West African College of Surgeons" (August, 2020) |
| 13 | Departmental Sports Representative, "Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka" (April, 2019) |
| 14 | Faculty, "West African College of Surgeons" (August, 2018) |
| 15 | Chairman National Committee on Medical Equipment and Devices, "Nigerian Medical Association" (August, 2016) |
| 16 | Member Medical Board, "Federal Polytechnic, Oko" (July, 2014) |
Relevant Events Attended
| Conferences | |
|---|---|
| 1 | "Scientific Conference of Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria", (Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria), 7th September, 2022 to 11th September, 2022; Benin City |
| 2 | "15th Annual Scientfic Conference", (Nigerian Burn Injury Society), 17th August, 2022 to 20th August, 2022; Benin City |
| 3 | "27th Annual Scientific Conference", (Nigeria Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), 17th August, 2022 to 20th August, 2022; Benin City |
| 4 | "African Regional Meeting", (World Medical Association (WMA)), 1st August, 2022 to 2nd August, 2022; Abuja |
| 5 | "Annual General Meeting/Scientific Conference", (Nigerian Medical Association, Anambra State Branch), 23rd July, 2022 to 23rd July, 2022; Awka |
| 6 | "62nd Annual General Conference", (Nigerian Medical Association of Nigeria), 15th May, 2022 to 22nd May, 2022; Port Harcourt |
| Other Events | |
| 1 | "Basic Life Support (CPR & AED)", (American Heart Association & Smile train), 24th May, 2021 to 25th May, 2021; Enugu |
| 2 | "WACS/BSSH Hand Trauma Course", (West African College of Surgeons in Collaboration with British Society for Surgery of the Hand), 15th February, 2020 to 16th February, 2020; Abuja |
| 3 | "13th Scientific Conference &AGM", (Nigerian Burn Injuries Society), 28th August, 2019 to 30th August, 2019; Calabar |
| 4 | "25th Scientific Conference & AGM", (Nigerian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), 28th August, 2019 to 30th August, 2019; Calabar |
| 5 | "3 Day Workshop N Manuscript Writing And Data Management Using STATA", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital & NAUTH Research Society), 14th January, 2019 to 16th January, 2019; NAITH Nnewi |
| 6 | "3 Day Workshop N Manuscript Writing And Data Management Using STATA", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital & NAUTH Research Society), 14th January, 2019 to 16th January, 2019; NAUTH Nnewi |
| 7 | "2 Day Scientific Conference On Achieving The Sustainable Development Goals In Nigeria: The Road Map", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital & NAUTH Research Society), 10th December, 2018 to 11th December, 2018; NAITH Nnewi |
| 8 | "2 Day Scientific Conference On Achieving The Sustainable Development Goals In Nigeria: The Road Map", (Nnamdi Azikiwe University Teaching Hospital & NAUTH Research Society), 10th December, 2018 to 11th December, 2018; NAITH Nnewi |
| 9 | "57th Annual General Conference & Delegates Meeting", (Nigerian Medical Association), 23rd April, 2017 to 30th April, 2017; Calabar |
| 10 | "22nd Scientific Conference & AGM NAPRAS", (Nigerian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), 16th August, 2016 to 20th August, 2016; Port Harcourt, Rivers State |
| 11 | "10th Scientific Conference & AGM", (Nigerian Burn Injuries Society), 16th August, 2016 to 20th August, 2016; Port Harcourt, Rivers State |
| 12 | "Nigerian Burn Course", (British Foundation or International Reconstructive Surgery and Training (BFIRST)), 5th October, 2015 to 7th October, 2015; Abuja |
| 13 | "ISBI Workshop On Caring For The Burn Injured Patient In Resources Restricted Countries Beyond 48 Hours", (International Society for Burn Injuries(ISBI)), 12th May, 2015 to 15th May, 2015; Abidjan, Cote d'ivoire |
| 14 | "Scientific Conference", (Pan African Burns Society), 12th May, 2015 to 15th May, 2015; Abidjan, Cote d'ivoire |
| 15 | "ISBI Workshop On Caring For The Burn Injured Patient In Resources Restricted Countries Beyond 48 Hours", (International Society for Burn Injuries(ISBI) & Pan African Burns Society), 12th May, 2015 to 15th May, 2015; Abidjan, Cote d'ivoire |
| 16 | "ISBI Workshop On Caring For The Burn Injured Patient In Resources Restricted Countries Beyond 48 Hours", (International Society for Burn Injuries(ISBI)), 12th May, 2015 to 15th May, 2015; Abidjan, Cote d'ivoire |
| 17 | "6th European Plastic Surgery Research Council, Cap San Diego Hamburg, Germany", (Plastic Surgery Research Council), 21st August, 2014 to 24th August, 2014; Germany |
| 18 | "Health Management And Ethics Course", (West African College of Surgeons), 27th January, 2014 to 28th January, 2014; Ibadan |
| 19 | "7th Scientific Conference & AGM", (Nigerian Burn Injuries Society), 23rd August, 2013 to 24th August, 2013; Lokoja, Nigeria |
| 20 | "19th Scientific Conference & AGM", (Nigerian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), 20th August, 2013 to 22nd August, 2013; Lokoja, Nigeria |
| 21 | "11th Microsurgery And Flap Transfer Course", (University College Hospital Ibadan), 8th April, 2013 to 12th April, 2013; Ibadan |
| 22 | "1st NMA National Health Summit", (Nigerian Medical Association), 20th January, 2013 to 27th January, 2013; Asaba |
| 23 | "Manuscript Writing Workshop", (West African College of Surgeons), 29th November, 2012 to 30th November, 2012; Abuja |
| 24 | "Intensive Review Course", (West African College of Surgeons), 23rd September, 2012 to 29th September, 2012; National Orthopedic Hospital Enugu |
| 25 | "18th Scientific Conference", (Nigerian Association of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeons), 28th August, 2012 to 1st September, 2012; Ilorin, Kwara State |
| 26 | "6th Scientific Conference", (Nigerian Burn Society), 28th August, 2012 to 31st August, 2012; Ilorin, Kwara State |
| 27 | "Postgraduate Review Course In Surgery", (National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria), 19th March, 2012 to 31st March, 2012; Lagos |
| 28 | "2 Day Infection Control Training", (National Orthopaedic Hospital, Enugu), 1st March, 2012 to 2nd March, 2012; Enugu, Enugu State |
| 29 | "Introduction To Basic Surgical Skills", (West African College of Surgeons), 3rd March, 2011 to 6th March, 2011; UNTH Enugu |
| 30 | "International Conference On Mordern Cancer Management", (Society of Oncology and Cancer Research of Nigeria), 21st July, 2008 to 25th July, 2008; Ibadan |
| 31 | "Action Training On Combined Care And Support/Adherence", (Institute of human virology), 14th August, 2006 to 18th August, 2006; FMC Kefdi Nasarawa State |
| 32 | "Intensive Basic Science Review Course", (National Postgraduate medical college), 9th August, 2004 to 21st August, 2004; Lagos |