Dr. Adegbajo Odedina: Building Haven Pediatrics to Fight Nigeria’s Child Mortality Crisis
Dr. Adegbajo Odedina once planned to join the wave of Nigerian doctors leaving the country. But he walked away from that plan and from a comfortable life abroad to come
Dr. Adegbajo Odedina, a pediatrician and neonatologist, returned to Nigeria to address the country's high rates of child and neonatal mortality. He established Haven Pediatrics, a 24-hour hospital dedicated solely to children, in GRA, Ikeja. The facility offers a range of pediatric subspecialties, including cardiology, neurology, nephrology, and more.
Haven's mission is to provide round-the-clock care and a fighting chance for premature babies and children with complex conditions. The hospital's NICU, which only costs ₦2 million for a week's stay, is equipped with advanced technology to ensure babies receive proper medical attention. Dr. Odedina emphasizes the importance of antenatal care and early interventions to prevent premature births.
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