Reddington Hospital, a premier healthcare provider in Lagos, has announced several strategic appointments across its medical specialities, further enhancing its commitment to delivering exceptional patient care and service excellence. These key appointments are aligned with the hospital’s vision of attracting top-tier medical professionals to elevate healthcare standards in Nigeria.
Dr Abiodun Osibamowo, a US-trained Consultant Internal Medicine Physician, has been appointed as the new Medical Director of Reddington Hospital. Dr Osibamowo brings a wealth of experience from his extensive medical career in the United States and Nigeria, where he has held various leadership roles. His appointment underscores Reddington Hospital’s dedication to reversing the brain drain and curbing outward medical tourism by leveraging the expertise of Nigerian medical professionals abroad.
In addition to Dr Osibamowo’s appointment, Reddington Hospital has also welcomed Dr Taoreed Azeez as the Clinical Director for its Victoria Island branch and Dr Olusesan Adebayo as the Clinical Director at its Lekki branch. Dr Azeez, a Consultant Physician and Endocrinologist is recognised for his contributions to endocrinology, with over 50 research papers published in local and international journals. Dr Adebayo, an experienced General Physician and former Chevron Consultant brings significant expertise to the Reddington team, further strengthening the hospital’s clinical leadership.
Reddington Hospital has also bolstered its emergency and cardiology services with the appointments of Dr Faith Ekpekurede and Dr Joy Oshun. Dr Ekpekurede, now the Group Director of Emergency Medicine Services, is a highly experienced Accident and Emergency Physician with training from Ireland and the UK. Her role will be pivotal in enhancing the hospital’s emergency response capabilities and resuscitation science.
Dr Oshun, a Consultant Cardiologist and the new Non-Invasive Cardiology Lead is a dedicated advocate for advancing clinical research and improving patient care in Nigeria. With her extensive training in cardiology, including a prestigious cardiovascular imaging training award from the European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging, Dr Oshun is poised to lead significant advancements in the hospital’s cardiology department.
Commenting on these appointments, Dr Olutunde Lalude, Group Medical Director of Reddington Hospital, emphasised the hospital’s ongoing commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery. “These appointments reflect our determination to bring top-quality healthcare to Nigeria, make it affordable, and create significant socio-economic value for Lagos State and the country as a whole,” Dr Lalude stated.
Reddington Hospital, which became the first private, independent hospital in Nigeria to receive International Quality Accreditation in 2013, continues to lead the way in medical innovation and service delivery. The hospital’s reputation for pioneering medical breakthroughs in Nigeria is further solidified by these strategic appointments, ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care across all specialities.
As Reddington Hospital continues to attract top medical talent, it remains dedicated to its mission of providing world-class healthcare services to the Nigerian populace. These new appointments are a testament to the hospital’s vision of becoming a beacon of medical excellence in Africa, delivering cutting-edge care that meets international standards.
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