Dr. Sarah Akande - Consultant Family Physician

Dr. Sarah Akande

Dr. Sarah Akande, currently working with the Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre at the University of Ibadan, stands as a passionate advocate for Palliative Care within the field of Family Medicine. Her unwavering commitment revolves around nurturing the growth of Palliative Care services in Nigeria, ensuring that high-quality healthcare is accessible to patients and their families nationwide.

With an impressive career spanning over 15 years, Dr. Sarah Akande has consistently delivered patient-centric care, focusing on individuals and families grappling with life-threatening conditions. Over the past decade, she has devoted herself to research and personal development in Palliative Care, collaborating closely with a substantial cohort of cancer patients, numbering well over a hundred.

She worked with Dr. Alexandra Laraba Anga of the Children's Practice and Consultants Ltd., Ikoyi, Lagos.

Personal Details

• Full Name: Dr. Sarah Akande (DR)
• Nationality: Nigerian
• Professional Specializations: Consultant Family Physician, Palliative Care Physician
• Languages: Fluent in English and Yoruba

Education

• University of Ibadan
  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery - MBBS

Professional Experience

• Consultant Family Physician/Palliative Care Physician

  • Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre & Specialist Hospital
  • Dec 2022 - Present

• Consultant Family Physician/Palliative Care Physician

  • May 2021 - Nov 2022

• Consultant Family Physician

  • The Children's Practice
  • Dec 2020 - Oct 2022

• Consultant Family Physician

  • Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Lagos Medical Zone
  • Oct 2015 - Nov 2020

Special Accomplishments

Dr. Sarah Akande's impressive portfolio includes five prestigious certifications:

1. Fellow of the West African College of Physicians, well-known as Family Medicine

   • WEST AFRICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS

2. Successful Aging Mini-Fellowship

   • Stanford University School of Medicine

3. Palliative Care Always

   • Stanford University School of Medicine

4. Fellowship in Palliative Care

   • St Christopher's

5. Palliative Care Education and Practice

   • Harvard Medical School

Acquired Skills

• Telemedicine
• Family Medicine
• Palliative Care
• Project Management
• Research

Contact Information

Clinic Address:

Plot 25 Raymond Njoku Street,

Off Awolowo Road,

Ikoyi,

Lagos,

Nigeria.

Phone Number +2348093540899

LinkedIn Profile:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-sarah-akande-7487b71a9

Operating Hours

• Mon: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
• Tue: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
• Wed: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
• Thur: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
• Fri: 08:00 am - 07:00 pm
• Sat: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
• Sun: Office Closed

Dr. Sarah Akande's commitment to patient care, her extensive expertise in Palliative Care, and her dedication to continuous learning make her a valuable asset to the medical community and the well-being of her patients and their families.