Doctorate at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Nigeria
👨🎓 Profiles
📜 Academic Background
Dr. Chidiebere Peter Echieh is a highly skilled Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon with extensive experience in cardiac, thoracic, and vascular surgery. With training from Nigeria and the Middle East and prestigious fellowships such as the AATS/James Cox fellowship, he is currently enhancing his expertise through a PhD in Clinical Translational Science at the University of Arizona. His dual role as a Postdoctoral Research Fellow and Data Science Fellow reflects his commitment to advancing both clinical practice and research.
🎓 Education
- Ph.D. in Clinical Translational Science (in progress), University of Arizona, expected 2024
- Fellowship in Cardiothoracic Surgery (intFRCS CTh), Royal College of Surgeons (England), 2024
- Intercollegiate Membership (MRCS), Royal College of Surgeons (Edinburgh), 2023
- Fellow, West African College of Surgeons (FWACS-CTh), West African College of Surgeons, 2018
- Bachelor of Medicine; Bachelor of Surgery (MBBCh), University of Calabar, Nigeria, 2007
💼 Professional Experience
Dr. Echieh’s career spans multiple roles:
- Postdoctoral Research Fellow (hybrid) at the Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, University of Arizona (2023-present)
- Data Science Fellow (hybrid) at the Data Science Institute, University of Arizona (2022-2023)
- Adjunct Lecturer at Prince Sattam Bin Abdul Aziz University, Saudi Arabia (2022-2023)
- Specialist Cardiothoracic Surgeon at King Khalid Hospital, Saudi Arabia (2021-present)
- Consultant Cardiothoracic Surgeon at the University of Calabar, Nigeria (2018-2021)
- Resident in Training at University of Calabar Teaching Hospital, Nigeria (2009-2018)
- Medical Officer with the Ministry of Health, Kebbi State, Nigeria (2008-2009)
- House Officer at University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, Nigeria (2007-2008)
🔬 Research Interests
Dr. Echieh’s research is focused on enhancing cardiothoracic surgery practices and translating scientific advancements into clinical applications. His interests include the evaluation of mechanical circulatory support in heart transplantation, assessing preemptive Impella 5.5 insertion, and managing vascular trauma. Additionally, he is dedicated to improving access to lung cancer treatment in Africa and integrating m-health solutions into cardiothoracic care.
📖 Publications
Surgery for Chronic Postinfarct Ventricular Pseudoaneurysm Using 3-Dimensional Printing
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- Author: Kevin Wang; Abel Cherian; Alex Ryan; Yash Rohilla; Chidiebere Peter Echieh; Michael D. Seckeler; Toshinobu Kazui
- Journal: Annals of Thoracic Surgery Short Reports
- Year: 2024
Research Priorities for Interventions to Address Health Disparities in Lung Nodule Management: An Official American Thoracic Society Research Statement
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- Author: Katrina Steiling; Hasmeena Kathuria; Chidiebere Peter Echieh; David E. Ost; M. Patricia Rivera; Abbie Begnaud; Juan C. Celedón; Marjory Charlot; Frank Dietrick; Narjust Duma et al.
- Journal: American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine
- Year: 2023
Diagnostic role of video-assisted thoracoscopy in the management of indeterminate pleural effusion
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- Author: Eze NJ; Nwagboso CI; Ogbudu SO; Chidiebere E; Bassey OO; Etiuma AU
- Journal: Nigerian Journal of Clinical Practice
- Year: 2022
Predictors of outcome of chest tube drainage of nonpurulent exudative pleural effusions
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- Author: Chimaobi Ikechukwu Nwagboso; Chidiebere Peter Echieh; John Nkemakolam Eze; Stephen Omirigbe Ogbudu; Chibueze Haggai Njoku; Anietimfon Umoh Etiuma; Okokon Odonkwo Bassey
- Journal: ERJ Open Research
- Year: 2022
A comparative assessment of dry eye disease among outdoor street sweepers and indoor office cleaners
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- Author: Chigozie I. Echieh; Bassey A. Etim; Chidiebere Peter Echieh; Taiwo Oyeniyi; Jeff Ajewole
- Journal: BMC Ophthalmology
- Year: 2021