Utibe Effiong, MD, Mph, Mha
About Utibe Effiong, MD, Mph, Mha
Utibe Effiong, MD, MPH, MHA, is a Telemedicine Physician and Medical Director at Treasure Health LLC, specializing in Internal Medicine, TeleMedicine, and Global Health consulting. He holds multiple degrees and certifications, has extensive experience in healthcare administration, and actively contributes to global health discussions as a speaker and writer.
Work at MDLIVE
Utibe Effiong serves as a TeleMedicine Physician at MDLIVE, Inc. since 2020. In this role, he provides virtual healthcare services, leveraging his expertise in internal medicine and telemedicine. His work focuses on delivering quality patient care through digital platforms, ensuring accessibility and convenience for patients seeking medical attention.
Education and Expertise
Utibe Effiong holds multiple degrees in medicine and health administration. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBCh) from the College of Medical Sciences, University of Calabar, from 1999 to 2006. He completed a Master’s Degree in Public Health at the University of Michigan, specializing in Environmental Health and Epidemiology, from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, he obtained a Master of Health Administration (MHA) from Saginaw Valley State University between 2018 and 2021.
Background
Utibe Effiong has a diverse background in healthcare and academia. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency and Cardiology Fellowship at the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria from 2008 to 2012, achieving Internal Medicine Board Certification. He has held various clinical and administrative roles, including serving as chairperson of the medication safety committee at MidMichigan Health and as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Central Michigan University since 2018.
Achievements
Utibe Effiong has contributed significantly to healthcare through various roles and initiatives. He is an international public speaker and writer on global health issues, focusing on health policy and drug addiction management. He chairs the Community Medicine and Public Health Section of the National Medical Association, representing African American physicians and their patients. His involvement in multiple organizations, including the Pfizer Immunization Advisory Board, highlights his commitment to improving health outcomes.
Current Roles and Responsibilities
Utibe Effiong holds several current positions in addition to his role at MDLIVE. He works as a TeleMedicine Quality Review Specialist at Nationwide Health Advocates and RealTime Physicians since 2020. He also serves as a Clinical Preceptor at the University of Michigan-Flint and as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Michigan State University. His extensive involvement in academia and clinical practice reflects his dedication to education and quality healthcare delivery.