Professor Jaiyesimi, a 1978 graduate of Ibadan University has served the NHS for 31 years, as one of the first Nigerian UK Consultants in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. He is the Associate Medical Director for Patient Safety, Basildon University Hospital and Specialist Advisor for the Care Quality Commission. Adjunct Law Professor, University of Ibadan, his contributions cut across clinical, management and academia, including 13 years as Member, General Medical Council Fitness to Practice Panels and Reviewer, National Institute for Health Research.
His awards for clinical excellence and service include the National Award for Innovation, British Medical Association Research Award, MANSAG Recognition Award and the Gathering of Africa’s Best Award for Health. Professor Jaiyesimi, a mentor to many, described by his peers as an asset to the NHS. He was presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the University of Ibadan in 2018.
Refs: African Voice Newspaper – African news from a British perspective (africanvoiceonline.co.uk)
Rotimi Jaiyesimi (professorjaiyesimi.co.uk)
Professor Rotimi Jaiyesimi: obstetrician – gynaecologist in Basildon (topdoctors.co.uk)
