Dr. Ashau Timi-Oladipo is an ardent champion of the principles of preventive health, and her fervent dedication to comprehensive healthcare led her to specialize in the dynamic field of Family Medicine. A proud alumna of the esteemed University of Ilorin, she pursued her postgraduate training in Family Medicine at the same institution. Eager to broaden her expertise and solidify her role in healthcare management, she undertook a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Suffolk.
Within this discipline, she passionately tends to the health needs of individuals, transcending barriers related to gender, age, economic status, and overall health conditions. With an illustrious career spanning almost two decades, she has adeptly navigated the intricacies of both public and private healthcare sectors, utilizing her skills to alleviate the suffering of citizens despite the often limited resources available to the healthcare system.
She firmly believes in the cardinal role of quality leadership in healthcare, recognizing its profound impact on enhancing healthcare structures and delivery. Motivated by this conviction, she obtained a certification in Leadership in Healthcare Management and actively served in various leadership capacities. Notably, she chaired several committees such as the clinical governance, infection prevention and control, Work, Ethics, Productivity and Appraisal Commission (WEPAC) committees etc. She assumed the pivotal role of Head of Family and Specialty Medicine at Nisa Premier Hospital, overseeing a diverse team of over a hundred staff members across different disciplines and hierarchies within the department including the emergency unit. Her exemplary leadership trajectory saw her ascend to the esteemed rank of Clinical Director and eventually Medical Director at the same institution.
Underscoring her commitment to transformative healthcare, Dr. Timi-Oladipo co-founded Cardinal Care Hospital and Maternity in Abuja. This establishment embodies her vision for a healthcare institution that prioritizes excellence and compassion. Her journey is a testament to her unwavering dedication to advancing healthcare, both as a practitioner and a leader in the medical community.