• World Neurosurg · Aug 2023

    Review Biography Historical Article

    Emanuel Olatunde Alaba Olanrewaju Odeku (1927-1974): First African Neurosurgeon Trained in the United States and Establisher of the National and West African Postgraduate Medical Colleges.

    • Kwadwo Darko, Yves J Kenfack, Pooja Venkatesh, Momodou G Bah, Marianne I J Tissot, Umaru Barrie, Donald Detchou, John N Jabang, and Teddy Totimeh.
    • University of Ghana Medical School, Accra, Ghana.
    • World Neurosurg. 2023 Aug 1; 176: 9810598-105.

    BackgroundIn this comprehensive historical account, the authors delve into the remarkable trajectory of Dr. Latunde E. Odeku, a pioneering figure in neurosurgery.MethodsThe inspiration for this project was ignited by the discovery of the original scientific and bibliographic materials of Latunde Odeku, a renowned Nigerian neurosurgeon and the first African neurosurgeon in history. Following a thorough review of the literature and information available on Dr. Odeku, we have compiled a comprehensive and detailed analysis of his life, work, and legacy.ResultsThis paper begins by introducing his childhood and early education in Nigeria, highlights his journey through medical school and residency in the United States, and follows his career and role in establishing the first neurosurgical unit in West Africa. We celebrate the life and legacy of Latunde Odeku, a trailblazing neurosurgeon whose contribution has inspired generations of medical professionals in Africa and around the world.ConclusionsThis article sheds light on the remarkable life and achievements of Dr. Odeku and his trailblazing work for generations of doctors and researchers.Copyright © 2023 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.

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