The Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine, University of Lagos, has held its annual scientific conference and gathering, marking the 19th edition of the prestigious event.
The two-day program which commenced on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 with a faculty gathering at the Marriott Hotel, Ikeja, Lagos, ended on Wednesday, July 17, 2024 with a scientific conference at the Old Great Hall, College of Medicine, UNILAG.
The faculty gathering featured a lecture titled Maternal and Fetal Health: A Haematologist’s Perspective delivered by Prof. Vincent Oluseye Osunkalu of the Department of Haematology and Blood Transfusion. The scientific conference included clinical and poster presentations by scholars from various departments within the Faculty who showcased their research studies and contributions to the body of knowledge.
The scientific conference also featured a lecture on Artificial Intelligence in the Clinical Sciences: Shaping the Present and Influencing the Future by the Director of the Adewale Adetokunbo Sofoluwe Center for Information Technology and Systems, UNILAG, Prof. Mohammed Olawale Amuda.
The lecture highlighted the historical impact and future implications of artificial intelligence (AI) and technology in Clinical Sciences. He emphasized the need for the integration of AI into Clinical Sciences, in areas such as telemedicine, disease onset prediction, and patient outcomes.
The Deputy Provost and Local Organising Committee Chairman, Prof. Daniel Odebiyi, in his opening speech, described the gathering as a demonstration of collective effort, resilience, commitment, and dedication .
Prof. Daniel Odebiyi who also served as the representative of the the Vice Chancellor and Provost of the College at the event, highlighted the revolutionizing capability of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in healthcare, and urged participants to garner meaningful insights from the gathering. He expressed appreciation to the Vice-chancellor, Professor Folasade Ogunsola, OON, FAS; faculty members, friends of the faculty, and other stakeholders for their support of the event.
In her welcome speech, the Dean of Faculty of Clinical Sciences, Professor Folasade Akinsola described the event as an opportunity to share and discuss research findings with other intellectuals. While pointing out the Faculty’s significant strides in the last one year, Professor Akinsola appreciated the efforts of all past Deans, Faculty members, organising Committee for the conference as well as retired staff members who have contributed to the success of the Faculty.
The annual scientific conference and gathering also featured award presentations to serving and recently retired staff members, for their remarkable service to the Faculty of Clinical Sciences and the University of Lagos at large.
The event was graced by notable personalities including the Chief Medical Director of LUTH/Co-Host, Professor Wasiu Lanre Adeyemo; Dean of the Faculty of Dental Sciences, Dr. Oluranti DaCosta; former College Provost and current MDCN Board chairman, Prof. F.E.A Lesi; Professor Akin Osibogun, as well as staff and students.
Report: Akeem Olawuwo
Photographs: Mrs Bosede Adedeji
