Chinenye Okafor
About Chinenye Okafor
Chinenye Okafor is a Graduate Teaching Fellow at Yale University, where he has worked since 2021. He holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery from Nnamdi Azikiwe University and a Master's degree in Public Health from Yale School of Public Health.
Work at Yale University
Chinenye Okafor has been serving as a Graduate Teaching Fellow at Yale University since 2021. In this role, Okafor contributes to the academic environment by assisting in teaching and supporting students in their learning processes. Additionally, Okafor works as a Graduate Research Assistant at The Connecticut Emerging Infections Program within the Yale School of Public Health. This position involves engaging in research activities focused on public health and infectious diseases.
Education and Expertise
Chinenye Okafor completed a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at Nnamdi Azikiwe University from 2010 to 2017. Following this, Okafor pursued a Master's degree in Public Health with a focus on Chronic Disease Epidemiology at Yale School of Public Health, graduating in 2022. This educational background equips Okafor with a strong foundation in both clinical medicine and public health, emphasizing epidemiological research and chronic disease management.
Background
Chinenye Okafor has a diverse background in medicine and public health. After obtaining the MBBS degree, Okafor worked as a Medical Doctor at EHA Clinics in Abuja, Nigeria, for a period of four months in 2020. This experience provided practical exposure to clinical settings before transitioning to advanced studies in public health at Yale University.
Professional Experience
Chinenye Okafor's professional experience includes a role as a Medical Doctor at EHA Clinics, where Okafor practiced medicine for four months in 2020. Following this, Okafor transitioned to Yale University, where the focus shifted to academic and research roles. The combination of clinical practice and research experience contributes to a comprehensive understanding of healthcare and public health challenges.