Toluwalaṣé (Laṣé) A. Ajayi, MD Faap
About Toluwalaṣé (Laṣé) A. Ajayi, MD Faap
Toluwalaṣé (Laṣé) A. Ajayi, MD Faap, is the Medical Director of Scripps Mercy Palliative Care and serves in multiple roles across various medical institutions, focusing on palliative care, diversity initiatives, and clinical research.
Medical Director, Scripps Mercy Palliative Care
Toluwalaṣé (Laṣé) A. Ajayi, MD Faap holds the position of Medical Director for Scripps Mercy Palliative Care located in San Diego, California. In this role, Dr. Ajayi is responsible for overseeing the provision of compassionate care aimed at improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses. Her responsibilities include both pediatric and adult palliative medicine consultations. This involves integrating cutting-edge healthcare skills and technology into patient care, emphasizing the enhancement of personhood and quality of life.
Director, Diversity Initiatives at The Scripps Research Institute
Dr. Ajayi currently serves as the Director of Diversity Initiatives at The Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, California. She has been in this role since July 2016. Her duties include leading efforts to promote diversity within clinical research settings, enhancing health equity by translating digital medicine into bedside care, and fostering an inclusive environment within the institute. Her work is instrumental in changing the culture of medicine to ensure a brighter future for healthcare.
Educational Background and Specializations
Dr. Ajayi has an extensive educational background that spans several disciplines. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Chemistry from The University of Kansas. She then completed her Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a Pediatrics Residency Program at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where she also participated in an Introduction to Clinical Research course. Additionally, she trained in Palliative and Hospice Medicine at the San Diego Hospice and Institute of Palliative Medicine and further specialized in Digital Medicine as a KL2 Scholar at the Scripps Translational Science Institute.
Roles in Various Medical Committees and Associations
Dr. Ajayi holds multiple positions across several medical committees and associations. She is a Co-Chair for the Academic Hospice & Palliative Medicine Committee at the American Academy of Hospice & Palliative Medicine in Greater Chicago Area. She also serves as a CATCH Grant Co-Facilitator at AAP-California Chapter 3 and a Member of the Diversity and Inclusion Technical Advisory Committee at the California Medical Association. Additionally, she holds roles as a Trustee at the American Medical Association and a Board Representative to the Executive Committee at the San Diego County Medical Society.
Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at UC San Diego
Dr. Ajayi is also a Health Sciences Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics working at Rady Children's Hospital under the University of California, San Diego. In this academic role, she contributes to the educational development of medical students and residents, sharing her extensive knowledge in pediatric care and palliative medicine. She is involved in training the next generation of healthcare professionals, ensuring they are well-equipped with the necessary skills and understanding to deliver high-quality patient care.