Department Overview
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology provides comprehensive healthcare services for
women across all stages of life, from reproductive health and safe motherhood to advanced
gynaecological care. Our highly skilled team of consultants, specialists, and allied health
professionals is dedicated to delivering evidence-based, patient-centred care, supported by
state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships.
Our mission is to improve maternal and reproductive health outcomes through
clinical excellence, medical education, research, and community engagement.
Head of Department
Prof. Adetunji Oladeni Adeniji
MBBS, MD, FMCOG, FWACS, FICS
Consultant, Feto-Maternal Medicine
Prof. Adeniji is a distinguished clinician and academic with extensive experience in maternal-fetal medicine and gynaecology. Under his leadership, the department has expanded its specialised services, enhanced postgraduate medical training, and strengthened collaborations with international partners to improve women’s health outcomes.
Vision
To be a centre of excellence in community health education, research, and service delivery that contributes significantly to improved population health outcomes in Sierra Leone and the West African sub-region.
Mission
To produce highly trained and competent community health consultants who will support and strengthen the national health care delivery system through leadership, research, policy development, and community-based interventions.
Core Functions and Services
We provide a wide range of specialised services, including:
Clinical Units
1. Feto-Maternal Unit-
High-risk pregnancy management and preconception care
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Medical and surgical care for women
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PMTCT (Prevention of Mother-to-Child Transmissionof HIV)
Key Staff: Prof. Adetunji O. Adeniji, Dr. Kisito Daoh, Dr. Valerie John-Cole
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Cancer screening, prevention, and management
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Comprehensive gynaecological care
Key Staff: Dr Michael Ezeanochie, Dr Rossetta Cole
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Infertility care and reproductive endocrinology
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Advanced Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART) services
Key Staff: Dr Amadu Sesay, Dr Foday Musa Janneh
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Female genital reconstructive surgery
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Medical and surgical care for pelvic floor and urinary disorders
Key Staff: Dr Mike Kamara, Dr Gabriel Ganyaglo, Dr Salim Batalie
Facilities
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Outpatient & Inpatient Care: 132-bed capacity across nine specialised wards
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Operating Theatres: Two major theatres, the labour ward theatre, and the minor procedure room
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High Dependency Unit (HDU): Four beds with advanced monitoring and a Dependency Unit (HDU): Four beds with advanced monitoring and a dedicated ultrasound
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Blood Bank: Modern facility with cross-matching and independent power supply
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Labour Ward: Equipped with ultrasound, CTG machines, and neonatal resuscitaires
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Rural Posting Site: Koidu Government Hospital, providing extended specialist care
Training & Research
The department is accredited for postgraduate medical training and actively engages in clinical research, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing through:
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Joint perinatal morbidity and mortality meetings
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Maternal death surveillance and response programs
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Collaborative training with local and international partners
Key Achievements
Challenges
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