Olapeju Garba
Olapeju Garba
Location
Lagos University Teaching Hospital – Lagos, Nigeria
Why you chose your animal
Dolphin – “Dolphins are not only the friendliest or caring creatures but also the most intelligent ones. I like that Dolphins are both a symbol of love and healing.”
Biography
The importance of data collection in healthcare cannot be underrated, it saves time and lives because information about one patient can save not only that specific patient but also a larger collective of patients and society.
I am proud of the work KidsOR is doing by giving children an opportunity of receiving lifesaving surgeries in our local communities. As a KidsOR data collector, it gives me a better understanding of the importance of data collection in paediatric surgical conditions and the care provided. This is a new experience for me, and I am very happy to be a part of the superhero team making this happen.
I am a Sociology graduate from the University of Lagos, Nigeria and also a member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Management of Nigeria. While outside of work, I love spending time with my family so we can catch up on past events and other fun activities.