Mr. Uche Nathaniel Eja-egwu

Mr. Uche Nathaniel Eja-egwu is a LECTURER II in RADIOGRAPHY Department, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology in Nnamdi Azikiwe University

Mr. Uche Nathaniel Eja-egwu

Staff Profile

I am Eja-Egwu Uche Nathaniel, a licensed MRI radiographer and a lecturer in the Department of Radiography, Faculty Of Health Sciences and Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University. I obtained my Bachelor's degree in  Radiography from  University of Nigeria Nsukka in 2008, Master of Sciences degree in medical imaging with specialty in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) from Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka in 2016. I am currently undergoing my Doctorate degree in Medical Imaging with interest in MRI neuroimaging and neuroscience in the University Of Nigeria Nsukka. Currently, I am visiting resource person/part-time tutor in the Institute of Radiography, Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria in postgraduate MRI, CT and diagnostic ultrasound courses.

Aside the above listed academic qualification, I obtained  a few professional certificate qualifications from the Institute of Radiography, Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria which include: PG. Certificate in Computed tomography (2009), PG. Diploma in Magnetic Resonance Imaging (2020), Diagnostic ultrasound (2020) and currently undergoing PG. certificate programme in cardiovascular ultrasonography.

In addition, I have keen  bias for cross-sectional  imaging in MRI and CT with special interest in neuroimaging and neuroscience. My passion for research, reading research journals and teaching radiography drives me through my career. My thirteen (13) years clinical experience includes MRI, CT, ultrasonography, cardiovascular imaging, mammography, fluoroscopy, conventional x-ray as well nuclear imaging using Gamma camera. Also, I  have coauthored few research publications.

In my pursuit for professional excellence and personal improvement, I updated myself in MRI risks and hazards in accordance with the safety guidelines for magnetic resonance imaging equipment in clinical use based on 2015 Medicines and Healthcare Product Regulatory Agency (MHRA) UK report. 


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Radiography, Faculty Of Health Science And Technology, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka.
Faculty/Unit:
FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Department/Sub-Unit:
RADIOGRAPHY

Academic Qualifications

Degrees / Basic Certificates
1Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka. (Master Degree, October, 2016)
May, 2012 to October, 2016
M.Sc. Radiography And Radiological Sciences Medical Imaging
2University Of Nigeria, Nsukka. (Bachelor Degree, February, 2009)
November, 2003 to September, 2008
B.Sc.(Radiography) Radiography And Radiological Sciences
3Modern Ideal College Enugu. (NECO, May, 2003)
February, 1995 to October, 2000
Other / Relevant Certificates
1Institute Of Radiography, Radiographers Registration Board Of Nigeria (January, 2021)
April, 2018 to January, 2020
PG. Certificate Magnetic Resonance Imaging
2Institute Of Radiography, Radiographers Registration Board Of Nigeria (September, 2009)
September, 2009 to September, 2009
PG. Certificate Computed Tomography

Relevant/Working Experience

1DEPT. ICT OFFICER 2023/2024 SESSION, Dept. Of Radiography NAU
January, 2024 to Present
2Chairman, DEPT. WELFARE COMMITTEE, Dept. of Radiography, NAU
January, 2024 to Present
3ICT OFFICER, Department of Radiography, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nnewi Campus
February, 2023 to January, 2024
4LECTURER II,  Department Of Radiography, Nnamdi Azikiwe University,
November, 2020 to October, 2023
5Part Time Tutor, Institute Of Radiography, Radiographers Registration Board Of Nigeria
April, 2020 to Present
6Part-time Senior MRI Radiographer, Memfys Hospital For Neurosurgery, Enugu
December, 2019 to June, 2021
7MRI Specialist Trainee., National Hospital Abuja,
May, 2018 to October, 2019
8Senior Medical Imaging Scientist, Echolab Radiology And Laboratory Services, Abuja Nigeria
October, 2016 to November, 2019
9Imaging scientist/ sonographer, Bethsaida Specialist Hospital, Onitsha (2015 - 2016)
August, 2016 to October, 2016
10Imaging scientist/ sonographer, St Charles Borromeo Specialist Hospital & Maternity, Onitsha
November, 2010 to June, 2015
11Youth Corp Radiographer, St. Luke Hospital, Anua, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
July, 2010 to June, 2010
12Intern Radiographer, National Hospital Abuja
March, 2009 to March, 2010

Creative Output

Journal Articles
1Michael Promise Ogolodom, Awajimijan Nathaniel Mbaba, Beatrice Ukamaka Maduka, Chima Jude iIoka, Ikechukwu Feloix Erondu, Uche Nathaniel Eja-Egwu, Nengi Alazigha, Egop Egop Brownson, Victor Kelechi Nwodo, Robert O. Akhigbe. (2023, November), "A Journey Through Rural Community Radiography Practice In South-South Nigeria: Radiographers' Perception, Willingness and Barriers", South African Radiographer, Vol. 61, (Issue 2), pp 731
2Francis Hasford, Abdul Nashirudeen Mumuni, Christoph Trauernicht, Taofeeq Abdallah Ige, Stephen Inkoom , Mark Okeji, Eja-Egwu Uche Nathaniel, Nadia Khelassi Toutaoui, Malick Geraldo, Konfe Amadou, Canesius Uwizeyimana, Odette Ngano Samba, Ehab Marouf Attalla, Ejigu Kebede, Gervais Edou-Mbo, Elly Oking Okoko, Zahra Omar Alghazirr, Mark Pokoo-Aikins, Edem Kwabla Sosu, Mary Boadu, Oswald Mkanda Msosa, Siaka Maiga, Seeven Mootoosamy, Lakbir El Hamidi, Khalida Eddaoui, Elio Malema, Vera Uushona, Idrissa Adamou Soli, Magatte Diagne, Fama Gning, Tegemea Lawrence Kalolo, Moses Fredrick Katumba, Mulape Mutule Kanduza, Keolathile Diteko, Kamanzi Jean D’Amour, Magdalena Stoeva. (2022, September), "A review of MRI studies in Africa with special focus on quantitative MRI: Historical development, current status and the role of medical physicists.", European Journal Of Medical Physics, Vol. 103, pp 46-58
3Michael Promise Ogolodom, Anthony Chukwuka Ugwu, Christopher .O. Akosile, Michael Sunday Okpaleke, Awajimijan Nathaniel Mbaba, Uche Nathaniel Eja-Egwu. (2021, September), "Magnetic Resonance Imaging Findings in Cervical and Lumbar Spine Pathologies and their impact on the Patients’ Quality of life", African Journal of Health Sciences, Vol. 34, (Issue 5), pp 681-694
4Michael Sunday Okpaleke, Christopher Chukwuemeka Ohagwu, Chigozie Ivor Nwobi, Michael Promise Ogolodom, Victor Kelechi Nwodo, Uche Nathaniel Eja-Egwu.. (2021, June), "Effects Of The COVID-19 Pandemic On Radiography Education In Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Nigeria.", International Journal of Science and Research Archive, Vol. 03, (Issue 01), pp 082–092
5Chidiebere Henry Onwuka, Felicitas Ugochukwu Idigo, Christopher Chukwuemeka Ohagwu, Michael Promise Ogolodom, Uche N Eja-Egwu, Awajimijan Nathaniel Mb. (2021, July), "Assessment Of Level Of Professionalism Among Clinical Radiographers Practicing In Anambra State, Nigeria", Health Science Journal, Vol. 15, (Issue 7), pp 862
6Michael Promise Ogolodom, Awajimijan Nathaniel Mbaba, Victor Kelechi Nwodo, Christopher Chukwuemeka Ohagwu, Uche H. Chiegwu, Muhammad Akram, Daniel Ch. (2021, March), "The Impact Of COVID-19 Pandemic On Academic And Professional Development Programmes Organised By Radiographers Registration Board Of Nigeria", Journal of Biomedical Sciences., Vol. 10, (Issue 1), pp 47
7Michael S. Okpaleke, Valentine C. Ikamaise, Michael P. Ogolodom, Julius Agbo, Awajimijan N. Mbaba, Kester Egwuanmku, Oluwafemi O. Egbeyemi, Uche N. Ej. (2020, December), "Sonographic Reference Luminal Diameter Of The Abdominal Aorta Among Subjects In Nigeria", Health Science Journal, Vol. 14, (Issue 7), pp 782
8Kalu Ochie, Nkiruka R. Agu, Uche N. Eja-Egwu, Daniel C. Ugwuanyi, Enyereibe C. Ajare, Mabel C. Ugwuja, Anayo C. Okwor.. (2020, June), "Prevalence Of Hydronephrosis Among Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia In Enugu, Nigeria", European Journal of Scientific Research., Vol. 159, (Issue 3), pp 16-22
Conference Papers
1Adejoh Tom, Eja-Egwu Uche Nathaniel. Elugwu Henry.. (2020, November), "Comparison Off Patients’ Throughput Between Public And Private Tertiary Hospital To Gauge Referrers Preference For Radiological Services.", Paper presented at the 52nd Annual scientific conference of Association of Radiographers of Nigeria, Gombe 2020., Vol. 34, (Issue 1)

Academic Leadership Qualities

Examinerships
1Examiner, "Post Graduate Mammography Course, RRBN." (May, 2022). Ongoing External Exam
Contributions to the University/Society
1ICT OFFICER, "Department of Radiography, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi campus" (March, 2024)
2Member, "FHST ETHICS AND CODE OF CONDUCT COMMITTEE" (June, 2023)
3Chairman, Welfare Committee, "Department of Radiography, Nnamdi Azikiwe University Nnewi campus." (March, 2023)
4Member, "Faculty Ethics and Code of Conduct Committee" (June, 2023)
5MRI Course Coordinator, "Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria" (September, 2022 to October, 2023)

Membership of Professional/Relevant Bodies

1Associate Member, "International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine" - 104299 (member since 2022), https://www.ismrm.org
2Professional Member, "Health and Care Professions Council" - RA81649 (member since 2019), https://www.hcpc-uk.org
3Professional Member, "Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria" - 298891180 (member since 2011), https://www.rrbn.gov.ng

Relevant Events Attended

Conferences
1"The Association of Radiographers of Nigeria, Conference", (Association Of Radiographer of Nigeria), 21st November, 2023 to 25th November, 2023; Uyo, Awka Ibom
2"Teachers Conference", (International Society For Radiographers & Radiological Technologists), 4th September, 2023 to 5th September, 2023; Abuja, Nigeria
3"The Association of Radiographers of Nigeria", (ARN), 22nd November, 2022 to 26th November, 2022; FCT, Abuja
4"Association of Medical Ultrasound Practitioners of Nigeria", (AMUPN LOC), 26th October, 2022 to 29th October, 2022; Enugu State, Nigeria
5"• 53rd Annual Scientific Conference of Association of Radiographers of Nigeria", (Association of Radiographers of Nigeria), 17th November, 2021 to 19th November, 2021; Awka, Anambra State Nigeria
6"• 10th Annual Scientific Conference of Association of Medical Ultrasound Practitioners of Nigeria (AMUPN)", (Association of Medical Ultrasound Practitioners of Nigeria), 26th October, 2021 to 29th October, 2021; Olumo, Ogun State Nigeria
7"52nd Annual Conference Of Association Of Radiographers Of Nigeria.", (Association of Radiographers of Nigeria), 21st November, 2020 to 21st November, 2020; Gombe, Nigeria.
Workshop
1"IV CONTRAST CANNULATION WORKSHOP/SEMINAR", (Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria), 27th September, 2022 to 28th September, 2022; UNTH, Enugu, Nigeria
Other Events
1"• 7th Annual Conference Of Association Of Medical Ultrasound Practitioners Of Nigeria (AMUPN) 16th -18th October, 2018", (AMUPN), 16th October, 2018 to 18th October, 2018; Port-Harcourt, Nigeria.
2"• 49th Annual Conference Of Association Of Radiographers Of Nigeria.", (Association of Radiographers of Nigeria), 21st November, 2017 to 24th November, 2017; Abakiliki, Nigeria
3"2nd Pan African Congress Of Radiology And Imaging(PACORI) Abuja.", (PACORI), 10th August, 2009 to 14th August, 2009; Abuja Nigeria
4"• 39th Annual Conference Of Association Of Radiographers Of Nigeria.", (Association of Radiographers of Nigeria), 21st November, 2006 to 25th November, 2006; Enugu