Moji Ariyo, MD FACP

Good News to Nigerians Home and in the diaspora! 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 🇩🇪 🇮🇹, etc. 🌎 Tired of breaking the bank on healthcare costs? 💸 Exhausted from a long NHS waiting time for a doctor’s appointment? ⏰ TeleDoc is here to revolutionize your healthcare experience! 🌟 The app connects you with top doctors from the comfort of your own home, saving you time and money. 🌍 With TeleDoc, you can: ✅ Avoid high healthcare costs. ✅ Skip long waiting times and get immediate attention. ✅ Access quality healthcare without the financial burden. ✅ Get personalized care from doctors who understand your unique needs. ✅ Get expert advice. Don’t let high costs and long waiting times hold you back from prioritizing your health. I am excited to be consulting on the @teledocapp. To book an appointment; Kindly visit @teledocapp and click the link *Android* https://lnkd.in/exqjgwvv *IOS* https://lnkd.in/eczCKczC It’ll only take a few minutes. Your health matters!

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Good News to Nigerians in the diaspora! 🇬🇧 🇨🇦 🇺🇸 🇩🇪 🇮🇹, etc. 🌎 Tired of breaking the bank on healthcare costs? 💸 Exhausted from a long NHS waiting time for a doctor’s appointment? ⏰ TeleDoc is here to revolutionize your healthcare experience! 🌟 The app connects you with top doctors from the comfort of your own home, saving you time and money. 🌍 With TeleDoc, you can: ✅ Avoid high healthcare costs. ✅ Skip long waiting times and get immediate attention. ✅ Access quality healthcare without the financial burden. ✅ Get personalized care from doctors who understand your unique needs. ✅ Get expert advice. Don’t let high costs and long waiting times hold you back from prioritizing your health. I am excited to be consulting on the @teledocapp. To book an appointment; Kindly visit @teledocapp and click the link *Android* https://lnkd.in/exqjgwvv *IOS* https://lnkd.in/eczCKczC Or TYPE VIRTUAL IN THE COMMENT and I’ll send you the link. It’ll only take a few minutes. Your health matters!

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Recently, I spoke with a Ghanaian medical student studying in China, and she shared her concerns about returning home to practice medicine. One of her biggest worries was the uncertainties surrounding the MDC licensing exams. 🗨️ "There's just not enough reliable information out there. You have to visit the MDC office to get answers, and it's really stressful!" She also mentioned that some of her seniors returned home only to feel frustrated and eventually left again. The high registration fee for the exams adds more pressure—you can't afford to fail. As someone who trained in Ghana, I didn’t have to take the MDC exams. But starting in 2025, all medical graduates—including those trained abroad—will have to sit for a common exam conducted by the MDC to get licensed. The big questions students have are: ❓ How will the exams be structured? ❓ Will the curriculum change? ❓ Will it include MCQs, OSCEs, long cases, like it does now in our medical schools? ❓ What about students trained abroad with a different curriculum? These uncertainties hit especially hard for Ghanaian students studying abroad, who feel unprepared to come back and face the exams. ✨ At MNEMOS, we are working to ease these worries by offering curated lecture videos on high-yield topics. Our goal is to help international students reintegrate into the Ghanaian medical system, giving them the confidence to take the exams and level the playing field with their local counterparts. ✨ Let’s ensure our future doctors feel supported and informed as they prepare to come home and serve Ghana. 🌍💪 #MedicalEducation #GhanaMedicalExams #MNEMOS #FutureDoctors #MedicalTraining #SupportingStudents

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🌍 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐊𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢 Today marked an extraordinary experience at the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 in Kigali, Rwanda, where innovation and collaboration took center stage during two phenomenal panels masterfully moderated by my dear friend Koen Kas: 1️⃣ 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐰'𝐬 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 2️⃣ 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐈𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 These discussions brought together visionary minds who are actively shaping the future of healthcare. Among the brilliant panelists were my esteemed friends Professor Shafi Ahmed, Brian de Francesca, and Sam Amory, whose insights into digital transformation, health system resilience, and patient-centric care were nothing short of inspiring. The energy in the room was palpable as we delved into pressing topics, from the role of AI and wearables in enabling smarter health solutions to the necessity of building equitable, sustainable health systems that leave no one behind. 💡 What stood out most to me was the shared commitment to innovation with purpose - leveraging cutting-edge technologies not for the sake of novelty but to truly improve lives and empower communities. Thank you to everyone involved for the enriching dialogue and for inspiring us all to continue shaping a healthier, more connected world.🌍 #DigitalHealth #Innovation #HealthcareLeadership #GlobalHealth

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… Three days ago, Mrs. Alemya started feeling feverish. She took malaria medication because the symptoms felt familiar. But here’s the catch—she didn’t get tested before treating. As a Physician Assistant in Ghana, I hear stories like these countless times. It’s not just malaria medicine —it’s antibiotics, antifungals, and more. We’re self-medicating, and it’s fueling a silent crisis: #antimicrobialresistance (AMR). Medications that once worked like magic are failing us. Common infections are becoming harder—and sometimes impossible—to treat. About 5 million people die each year due to anti microbial resistance causes. This is a battle we can’t afford to lose. Get tested before treating. Get the right prescription from a trusted healthcare provider. Complete the prescribed course of antibiotics Follow prescriptions. Let’s safeguard these life-saving drugs for ourselves and generations to come. The power to fight AMR starts with you. Agree or disagree? … #AMR #awareness #HealthEducation

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Our lineup of Presenters and Discussants for today! Dr. Eric Nzeyimana Mr. Jack Musembi Dr Tim Theuri, BDS, FICD,FPFA Dr. Jacqueline Kitulu, MD, MBA, OGW, FCMA Ms. ANNA KUKUNDAKWE Ms. Millicent Olulo Orera Today, we will facilitate Track C's breakaway session as part of the 7th East African Community (EAC) Secretary General's Forum. This session, themed "Healthy Borders, Healthy Nations: Responsive Cross-Border Health Initiatives," will tackle a critical question: 💡 How can the EAC ensure that cross-border health initiatives not only improve pandemic preparedness but also foster social cohesion and trust among border communities that have historically been divided or in conflict? The session underscores the importance of collaboration in addressing both health challenges and the broader goal of regional integration. By investing in responsive health initiatives, we can build stronger, more resilient communities while fostering trust and cooperation across borders. The Secretary General's Forum, under this year’s overarching theme "Towards a Resilient and Fully Integrated East Africa: Harnessing Opportunities in the Borderless Community," continues to serve as a vital platform for shaping the future of our region. It enables meaningful stakeholder dialogue, highlights success stories of integration, and identifies solutions to shared challenges. We look forward to this engaging session that will contribute to the important discussions shaping the future of a unified and prosperous East Africa.

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Also read this book as wel in which I have a chapter.

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In the Caribbean region, non-communicable diseases (NCDs) like cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, cancer, and respiratory diseases are significant health concerns. According to the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), NCDs account for around 3 out of every 4 deaths in the Caribbean. These diseases pose a major health challenge. The prevalence of NCDs is influenced by factors such as lifestyle changes, urbanization, and an aging population. To address this growing issue, public health initiatives focusing on prevention, early detection, and management of NCDs are essential in improving the health outcomes of individuals in the Caribbean region. Today marks the beginning of Caribbean wellness week established by the Pan American Health Organization under the slogan: "Greater social cohesion, better health" the campaign seeks to position the promotion of social cohesion as an essential public health strategy. Wellness Week 2024 will run from September 14-20, 2024. You can head over to their website for more information https://lnkd.in/e_FZSVEb. #Caribbean #Health #Wellness #CaribbeanHealth #CaribbeanWellness #NCDs #InfectiousDisease #HealthWeek #WellnessWeek #HealthAndWellness #Diet #Nutrition #Exercise #PhysicalFitness #BalancedDiet #Checkups

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Urgent Call to Address the Rising Threat of “Kush” to Sierra Leone’s Youth and Future Generations Dear Honorable Members of the Government, As a specialist in pediatric neurology, I am deeply alarmed by the growing crisis of Kush abuse among Sierra Leone’s youth. This synthetic drug poses not only a public health emergency but also a threat to the intellectual and physical potential of our future generations. The Neurological Impact of Kush on Youth: 1. Irreversible Brain Damage: Chronic exposure to Kush’s toxic components severely disrupts brain development in children and adolescents, leading to long-term cognitive impairments, behavioral issues, and learning disabilities. 2. Increased Neurological Disorders: Cases of seizures, psychosis, and motor dysfunction have surged among young users, overwhelming already strained healthcare systems. 3. Mental Health Crisis: Addiction to Kush exacerbates depression, anxiety, and suicidal tendencies, further undermining the mental well-being of our youth. Call to Action To safeguard the nation’s future, I urge the government to adopt a multi-pronged approach: 1. Strengthen Enforcement Against Kush Production and Distribution: • Empower law enforcement with resources and training to dismantle trafficking networks. • Enforce stricter penalties for those manufacturing and distributing this harmful substance. 2. Expand Access to Rehabilitation and Mental Health Services: • Increase funding for addiction treatment centers, particularly for youth-focused programs. • Train healthcare workers to address the unique needs of pediatric and adolescent users. 3. Invest in Public Education and Prevention Campaigns: • Launch nationwide awareness campaigns targeting schools, families, and communities. • Educate youth about the dangers of Kush, empowering them to make informed decisions. 4. Provide Opportunities for Vulnerable Youth: • Create youth-focused employment, education, and skills development programs to reduce susceptibility to drug abuse. 5. Collaborate with Medical Experts: • Engage healthcare professionals, including pediatric neurologists, psychiatrists, and public health specialists, to guide evidence-based policies and interventions. Closing Statement The long-term consequences of inaction are dire: a generation robbed of its potential, a society burdened by preventable health crises, and an economy weakened by the loss of its most valuable resource—its people. As a dedicated healthcare professional, I stand ready to collaborate with the government and stakeholders to combat this crisis and protect the future of Sierra Leone’s children. Yours sincerely, Dr. Alusine Jalloh Paediatric Neurologist

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Looking forward to a conversation with Dr Onye Nnorom about my path in medicine as a health profession, social accountability and leadership!

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It's important that we aim to lower the cesarean rate, but at the same time, we can work to improve breastfeeding outcomes for those who give birth by cesarean. Some of the major factors that can improve breastfeeding after cesarean include: regular prenatal and postpartum care supportive hospital policies lactation-supportive healthcare providers immediate and robust lactation care, ongoing support prenatal breastfeeding education Baby Friendly Hospital status immediate postpartum skin-to-skin rooming-in Where do you fit in? Which factors can you influence with your clients? At this moment, I can play a role in prenatal breastfeeding education and ongoing lactation support. Read more about breastfeeding after cesarean and a multitude of ways to protect and promote breastfeeding in my new book, Protecting Your Potential for Breastfeeding. It's available from online bookstores. If you're motivated, leave a review on Amazon! This can help other people discover the book. #breastfeedingaftercesarean #breastfeeding #lactation #breastfeedingsupport #lactationsupport #improvebreastfeeding #protectbreastfeeding

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Preventable Death, Irreplaceable Loss! With stories like Amina's happening 8 times every hour (WHO,2019), how can we sit still and watch? 🤔 Join us at MomSafe as we tackle the problem of maternal mortality due to Postpartum Haemorrhage in Africa! #SDG3 #GoodHealthAndWellbeing #SocialImpactProject

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I recently came across a quote by Dr. Olufunmilayo (Funmi) Olopade which resonated with me deeply. Knowing Dr. Olopade, I know she works in support of this vision every day! At My Faulty Gene, we also seek to promote “genetic justice” by extending support to underrepresented, uninsured, and underinsured individuals for genetic counseling and germline genetic testing related to hereditary cancer predispositions. Who else out there aligns with Dr. Olopade's visionary approach? #genetics #genetictesting #geneticcounseling #geneticpredisposition #cancerresearch #precisionmedicine #geneticjustice #hereditarycancer #knowyourrisk #scientificadvances #visionary ConnectMyVariant.org

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Why I Decided to Become a Medical Doctor… . . . I look back and remember that day: When I was young, I fell very sick. My mom took me to the hospital, but there were no beds. We drove through Accra like crazy seeking a place to be attended to. When we finally got a place, there were many patients waiting for help. We sat there, unattended, for what felt like an eternity. I almost thought I’d pop. Finally, a doctor showed up! He saw the seriousness of my illness and immediately requested a bed for me. It seemed impossible to find one or even get the attention of another doctor. But that doctor made it happen, and he saved my life. 🌟 After recovering from that terrible experience, I resolved to become a doctor. I wanted to be there for others in their 𝒎𝒐𝒔𝒕 𝒗𝒖𝒍𝒏𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒃𝒍𝒆 𝒎𝒐𝒎𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒔, just like that doctor was there for me. 📌 𝑻𝒐 𝒂𝒏𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒆 𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒅𝒊𝒇𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒖𝒍𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔: ↳ Don’t let your problems define you. ↳ Use them to fuel your determination to achieve something great. ↳ Every challenge you face in life can inspire you to do something that will make a difference and save lives. 📌Stay strong, and keep believing in your dreams. If I can do it, so can you. --- 📌 𝑻𝒐 𝒂𝒍𝒍 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒆𝒐𝒑𝒍𝒆 𝒂𝒔𝒑𝒊𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒐 𝒃𝒆 𝒅𝒐𝒄𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒔: you have the power to change lives. Let your experiences guide you on your journey to greatness. 💛 #Inspiration #Healthcare #FutureDoctors #DreamBig #21dayconsistencychallenge

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3MTT Week 19: #Weekly_Reflection Caption: The impact of my awareness on Multidimensional poverty and health disparities Title: Tackling Multidimensional Poverty in Nigeria's Healthcare Reflection: As part of the Quick Impact Challenge, I addressed multidimensional poverty in Nigeria's healthcare. Through a social media campaign (#HealthEquityMatters), I raised awareness about the intersection of poverty and inaccessible healthcare. Key actions: 1. Created engaging content (infographics, data visualizations) highlighting poverty's impact on healthcare. 2. Shared data-driven solutions (machine learning, GIS mapping) to improve healthcare access. 3. Encouraged community engagement and collective action. Impact: 1. Increased engagement (50% more comments, shares) on social media[WhatsApp, linkedin(https://lnkd.in/dpt8_ZGu,) X and Facebook] and in person through physical interactions and discussions. 2. 20+ participants shared personal stories or ideas. 3. Positive feedback from healthcare professionals and advocates. Lessons Learned: 1. Multidimensional poverty requires holistic solutions. 2. Data-driven approaches can optimize healthcare resource allocation. 3. Community engagement fosters empathy and collective action. Future Plans: 1. Collaborate with healthcare organizations to implement data-driven solutions. 2. Develop policy briefs addressing multidimensional poverty. 3. Expand the campaign to include more stakeholders. 3MTT Nigeria NITDA Nigeria Yahaya Suleiman Zainab Aliyu IHS Towers

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🌍 𝐀𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐊𝐢𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐢! 🌍 Today, I had the privilege of attending Day 1 of the first-ever 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 organized by Informa Markets in Kigali, Rwanda. The event brought together global health leaders to reimagine the future of healthcare, and it opened with a profoundly inspiring address by 𝐃𝐫. 𝐒𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐳𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐚, 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐰𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚. One statement from his speech struck a chord with everyone in the room: "𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐧-𝐧𝐞𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞, 𝐢𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐚 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐑𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭." This powerful declaration encapsulates the urgency and responsibility we all share in ensuring equitable access to healthcare for all, regardless of geography, socioeconomic status, or other barriers. Rwanda’s leadership in advancing universal health coverage and prioritizing innovation in healthcare serves as an example to the world. As we gather insights and form partnerships during this summit, it is a reminder that collaboration and commitment are essential to achieving health equity globally. Let's continue working toward a future where health is no longer a privilege, but a reality for everyone. What does “health as a human right” mean to you? Share your thoughts below! #Healthcare #GlobalHealth #UniversalHealthCoverage #Rwanda #InnovationInHealth Professor Shafi Ahmed Brian de Francesca Koen Kas Sam Amory Sally T. Tom Coleman Peter Hall Rubina Carol DSouza Mohamad Sabri Shaukat Ali Khan

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“Dr. Nkrumah, the patients outside will beat you!!”🤕 . . Don’t worry I was not assaulted by anyone. I am in perfect health!☺️ But that was the nurse who was with me at that busy Wednesday afternoon clinic . She passed this comment or caution ( I suppose) because I was spending some extra couple of minutes explaining to a patient what I thought was wrong with him, why I ordered a specific investigation, what to expect and which management options were available. ⭕️ In the Out-Patient Department (OPD) of most hospitals were scores of patients are waiting their turn to meet the doctor, it is very common practice for patients to have short contact time with the doctor. Particularly due to the overwhelming number of patients a single doctor must attend to before the shift is over. Typically, a patient walks into the consulting room, the doctors asks “What brings you to the hospital, today” and the patient responds. This is followed by a couple of questions and answers and the doctor either hands out a prescription or asks the patient to go run some labs for review. Most patients are not told what is wrong with them, why certain labs are being done or why they have to take all those drugs prescribed for them.😔 📌Not in my consulting room!! For a long time I have witnessed this trend and seen how this affects how compliant patients are to their treatment plan. ✅ I have chosen to spend a few extra minutes to walk my patients through what I believe might be wrong with them and how together we can overcome it. And while this approach may potentially lead to longer waiting hours, it most certainly leaves my patients happy, fulfilled and empowered to take responsibility of their health! ⭕️Let’s connect and together be the change we want to see! #consistencychallengewithdrlinkedin #healthspacelinkedintribe #Qualitypatientcare

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