IFEYINWA H. OFUASE-LASEKAN
Dawson Creek
Summary
- IMG FAMILY PHYSICIAN | CLINICAL RESEARCHER | MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATE
- 5+ Years Independent Practice General Practitioner, Nigeria
- Canadian Licensed Associate Physician BC
- Post-Graduate Training Family Medicine (2 years)
- Settings: rural, urban, hospitals, in/outpatient, office-based, community outreach, mobile clinics, long-term care, home visits, correctional hospital
- Populations: all ages and stages, forensic psychiatry, unhoused living in shelters, addictions, children and youth, family, geriatric
- Procedures: Obstetric ultrasound, ECG interpretation, minor surgical procedures, emergency resuscitation
- Mental Health and Addictions Volunteer and Health Advocate
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals
- EDIA: San’yas Indigenous Training, Indigenous Health, Gender Affirming Care, Addiction-Opioid Treatment
- Professional Memberships: Society of Rural Physicians of Canada, CPSBC, MCC, BPOC, BCID, BPAO, ITPC
- EMR Proficiency OSCAR EMR, CST Cerner, Accuro, Citrix, Netcare and Microsoft Office Suite
- Interpersonal Skills: communicator, cultural sensitivity, and team skills, committed to advancing health outcomes in Canada’s multicultural communities
- Community Service with Canadian Red Cross and Redeemed Christian Church of God, Youth Mentor
- Interests in: Culinary Arts, Singing, Music, Wellness Literature, Movies and Comedy
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Associate Physician
Dawson Creek and District Hospital
Dawson Creek
11.2025 - Current
- Evaluate, diagnose, treat, and provide consultation to patients with acute, chronic and complex illnesses, diseases, injuries, and functional disorders of all body systems, including palliative care, addiction medicine and some perioperative care under the supervision of Family Physician or Specialist on duty
- Take history and physical examinations, advance care planning, order and interpret diagnostic studies, including laboratory, diagnostic imaging, and electrocardiographic examinations, administer medications, assess, stabilize, and determine inpatient disposition for emergent conditions
- Collaborate with the Attending, nurses, pharmacists, social workers, lab technicians
- Rural hospital providing critical/acute care in/outpatient populations of all ages
- Conditions: Emergency, substance use disorders, diabetic and hypertensive emergencies, acute COPD exacerbation, pneumonia, congestive heart failure, acute kidney injury
Family Physician (Independent Practice)
Epiconsult Clinic & Diagnostics
Abuja
09.2024 - 07.2025
- Delivered comprehensive family medicine care across emergency, pediatric, outpatient, and pre-/post-natal clinics, serving diverse patients from newborns to seniors, enhancing health outcomes through patient-centered, evidence-based care.
- Diagnosed and managed complex acute and chronic conditions, including mental health and addictions, using evidence-based protocols, improving patient recovery and quality of life.
- Performed clinical procedures such as suturing, incision and drainage, IUCD/implant insertions, and obstetric ultrasounds, ensuring precision and safety, achieving high patient satisfaction and recovery rates.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, coordinating care and facilitating referrals to tertiary centers, streamlining patient transitions and reducing wait times by approximately 15%.
- Educated patients on lifestyle modifications and preventive care, developing tailored wellness programs, and reducing chronic disease risk factors for diverse patient groups.
- Analyzed diagnostic tests (ECGs, lab results, imaging) and provided gynecological services, including Pap smears and contraceptive counselling, empowering patients with accurate diagnoses and informed health choices.
Family Medicine Observer
1st Canadian Medical Centre
Surrey
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Took history, performed physical exam, reviewed patient’s chart, and devised a comprehensive management plan, including referrals and follow-ups
- Educated patients and family members on diagnosis, management options and follow-up plans to foster their understanding and make informed decisions
- Educated new parents about guidelines for optimizing their well-being and their child’s development
- Recommended routine visits for preventive screening with primary care provider
- Documented patient consultations and management plans into OSCAR EMR
- Familiarized myself with and participated in women’s health services
- Learned about Canadian guidelines and complex ethical principles.
Licensed Clinical Assistant (Casual)
Forensic Psychiatric Hospital Provincial Health Services Authority
Coquitlam
09.2019 - 08.2024
- Provided patient-centred care to psychiatric inpatients, documenting observations in CST Cerner EMR
- Facilitated therapeutic groups (e.g., social support, exercise), promoting mental health and recovery
- Supported patients with emotional counselling, fostering self-care and rehabilitation
Family Medicine Observer
Franklin Clinic
Calgary
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Interacted with patients and clinic staff under the supervision of my preceptor
- Discussed the diagnosis and management of cases with the preceptor
- Reviewed patient’s lab and imaging results with my preceptor
- Counselled and health-educated patients after obtaining informed consent
Family Physician (Independent Practice)
Primecare Hospital
Abuja
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Managed a high-volume primary care practice, treating diverse patient populations with acute and chronic conditions, improving continuity of care through detailed EMR documentation.
- Conducted daily ward rounds and reviewed patient progress to initiate timely treatment plans, enhancing patient recovery and reducing readmission rates.
- Performed minor surgical procedures (e.g., laceration suturing, circumcisions, biopsies) and provided prenatal/postnatal care, ensuring safe outcomes for mothers and infants.
- Led weekly clinical case reviews, fostering team-based care and knowledge sharing, improving patient safety and treatment efficacy.
- Advocated for patient education on chronic disease management, developing adherence-focused programs, and increasing treatment compliance by approximately 20%.
Family Physician (Independent Practice)
Primecare Hospital
Abuja
01.2013 - 05.2019
- Managed a high-volume primary care practice, treating diverse patient populations with acute and chronic conditions, improving continuity of care through detailed EMR documentation.
- Conducted daily ward rounds and reviewed patient progress to initiate timely treatment plans, enhancing patient recovery and reducing readmission rates.
- Performed minor surgical procedures (e.g., laceration suturing, circumcisions, biopsies) and provided prenatal/postnatal care, ensuring safe outcomes for mothers and infants.
- Led weekly clinical case reviews, fostering team-based care and knowledge sharing, improving patient safety and treatment efficacy.
- Advocated for patient education on chronic disease management, developing adherence-focused programs, and increasing treatment compliance by approximately 20%.
Postgraduate Resident Family Medicine
Primecare Hospital
Abuja
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Completed rotations in Family Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Psychiatry, General Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynecology, honing clinical and procedural skills and building a strong foundation for independent practice.
- Managed acute and chronic illnesses and performed minor surgeries under supervision, improving patient outcomes through accurate interventions.
- Counselled patients on health promotion and disease prevention, delivering community-focused education, and increasing health awareness in underserved populations.
- Triaged and stabilized emergency cases, including trauma and obstetric emergencies, ensuring rapid response, contributing to patient survival and recovery.
Rural Physician
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) National Assembly Community Clinic
Abuja
12.2009 - 12.2010
- Led a rural medical center, managing medical and surgical emergencies (e.g., asthma, diabetic crises, trauma), improving access to critical care in underserved areas.
- Organized community outreach programs, including immunization campaigns and health screenings, increasing vaccination coverage and early disease detection.
- Provided maternal and child health services, including family planning and childhood vaccinations, enhancing community health outcomes for mothers and infants.
Locum General Practitioner
Various Hospitals and Clinics
Nigeria
10.2009 - 12.2009
- Delivered primary care and emergency services, covering absent physicians in diverse clinical settings, ensuring continuity of patient care during staff shortages.
- Assessed and treated patients with acute conditions, using rapid diagnostic and intervention skills, maintaining high standards of care under time constraints.
Postgraduate Intern
National Hospital
Abuja
10.2008 - 10.2009
- Completed core rotations in Internal Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, and Obstetrics & Gynecology, developing clinical and procedural competencies, preparing for advanced medical practice.
- Presented clinical cases during conferences, mortality reviews, teaching sessions, and continuing medical education workshops, enhancing knowledge-sharing and professional development.
- Conducted antenatal and postnatal clinics, focusing on counseling mothers and expectant mothers on exclusive breastfeeding, nutrition, HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis, and other factors contributing to under-five mortality.
- Assisted in surgeries (e.g., herniorrhaphies, caesarean sections) and managed emergency cases, contributing to successful patient outcomes through rapid interventions.
Education
Family Medicine Residency -
PrimeCare Hospital
Abuja, NigeriaPostgraduate Training - Internship
National Hospital
Abuja, NigeriaBachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
University of Ibadan
Ibadan, NigeriaSkills
- OSCAR
- CST Cerner
- Accuro
- Citrix
- Netcare
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SPSS
Certification
- CPD/CME Webinars and Rounds, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia, Present
- Basic Life Support (BLS), 2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), 2025
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), 2025
- Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), 2025
- Clinical Trials and Ethics Regulation Certificate, BVGH, USA, 2024
- Addiction Care and Treatment Online Course, UBC CPD, 2024
- Gender Affirming Care, PHSA, 2024
- BCCDC Naloxone Administration, PHSA, 2024
- San’yas: Indigenous Cultural Safety Training, PHSA, 2024
- EHealth: More than Just an Electronic Record, University of Australia, 2024
- Anti-Indigenous Racism Response Training, PHSA, 2024
Research Activities
- COVID-19 vaccination rate and Predictors of Uptake Amongst Adults with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Dr. Edward Okobi (IMG Research Academy, USA), Collected and analyzed data for publication, researched medical literature using PubMed, and performed data statistics.
- Capstone Project – University of Ibadan, Nigeria, 02/01/07, 04/01/07, Age at, factors affecting and attitudes to menopause among women in Igboora, Dr. Owoaje, MD, Public Health Consultant, Designed a cross-sectional study, enrolled 200 eligible participants with informed consent, provided study education, and collected data.
Licensure And Examinations
- Therapeutic Decision-Making Examination (TDM), 09/01/25
- Licentiate of the Medical Council of Canada (LMCC), 08/01/24
- OET Medicine Overall Band B, 08/01/24
- Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Exam (MCCQE) Part 1, 05/01/24
- NAC OSCE Clinical Exam, 09/01/23
- Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) Permanent license, 10/01/09-Present
Professional Memberships
- College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia
- Society of Rural Physicians of Canada, 2024, Present
- Canadian Society of Physician Leaders, 2021, Present
- Global Research Initiative, USA, 2021, Present
- Association of International Medical Graduates British Columbia, 2020, Present
- Alberta International Medical Graduates Association, 2020, Present
Awards
- Volunteer of the Month, Lookout Housing and Health Society, 06/01/24
- Certificate of Excellence, Redeemed Christian Church, 07/01/23
- Best Staff of the Month, Primecare Hospital, 09/01/12
Publications
- Temporal and Regional Trends in the Crude Prevalence of Diabetes in Canada From 2000 to 2022, Ofuase-Lasekan, I.H et al, 10/14/25, Cureus, 17, 10, 10.7759/cureus.94556
- Sociodemographic Patterns in Mood and Anxiety Disorders Among Youth and Young Adults in Canada, Ofuase-Lasekan, I.H et al, 09/13/25, Cureus, 17, 9, 10.7759/cureus.92238
- COVID-19 Vaccination Rates and Predictors of Vaccine Uptake Among Adults With Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Ofuase-Lasekan I.H et al, 04/28/24, Cureus, 16, 4, 10.7759/cureus.59230
Volunteer Experience
- Mental Health and Addictions Worker, Lookout Housing and Health Society, Surrey, BC, 01/01/23, Present, Delivered client-centered support by ensuring basic needs like food, clothing, and shelter were met, while monitoring emergencies, responding to overdoses, and completing critical incident reports.
- Friendly Calls Program Volunteer, Canadian Red Cross, BC, 02/01/23, Present, Provided weekly phone call support to clients, encouraged healthy coping strategies and suggested well-being resources.
- Mentor, Teenagers Fellowship, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Langley, BC, 02/01/22, Present, Guided teens with goal setting, reproductive health education, and crisis counselling to build positive relationships and empower them to face challenges.
- Emergency Responder, Canadian Red Cross, BC, 01/01/22, Present, Provided pre-hospital care, life-saving interventions, crisis support, and disaster relief while ensuring patient safety, infection control, and community preparedness through comprehensive training and collaboration.
Hobbies and Interests
- Intellectual: Reading inspirational, mental health, and wellness literature
- Entertainment: Watching comedies, medical dramas, favourite: 'The Good Doctor'
- Culinary Arts: Cooking local delicacies and exploring new recipes
- Social: Event planning and community engagement
- Spiritual: Church and Sing in Choir
Canadian Observerships
- Family Medicine Observer, 1st Canadian Medical Centre, Surrey, BC, 05/01/24, 08/01/24, Took history, performed physical exam, reviewed patient’s chart, and devised a comprehensive management plan, including referrals and follow-ups., Educated patients and family members on diagnosis, management options and follow-up plans to foster their understanding and make informed decisions., Educated new parents about guidelines for optimizing their well-being and their child’s development., Recommended routine visits for preventive screening with primary care provider., Documented patient consultations and management plans into OSCAR EMR., Familiarized myself with and participated in women’s health services., Learned about Canadian guidelines and complex ethical principles.
- Family Medicine Observer, Franklin Clinic, Calgary, Alberta, 09/01/23, 10/01/23, Interacted with patients and clinic staff under the supervision of my preceptor., Discussed the diagnosis and management of cases with the preceptor., Reviewed patient’s lab and imaging results with my preceptor., Counselled and health-educated patients after obtaining informed consent.
Professional Highlights
- 5+ Years Independent Practice General Practitioner, Nigeria
- Canadian Licensed Associate Physician BC
- Post-Graduate Training Family Medicine (2 years)
- Settings: rural, urban, hospitals, in/outpatient, office-based, community outreach, mobile clinics, long-term care, home visits, correctional hospital
- Populations: all ages and stages, forensic psychiatry, unhoused living in shelters, addictions, children and youth, family, geriatric
- Procedures: Obstetric ultrasound, ECG interpretation, minor surgical procedures, emergency resuscitation
- Mental Health and Addictions Volunteer and Health Advocate
- Published research in peer-reviewed journals
- EDIA: San’yas Indigenous Training, Indigenous Health, Gender Affirming Care, Addiction-Opioid Treatment
- Professional Memberships: Society of Rural Physicians of Canada, CPSBC, MCC, BPOC, BCID, BPAO, ITPC
- EMR Proficiency OSCAR EMR, CST Cerner, Accuro, Citrix, Netcare and Microsoft Office Suite
- Interpersonal Skills: communicator, cultural sensitivity, and team skills, committed to advancing health outcomes in Canada’s multicultural communities
- Community Service with Canadian Red Cross and Redeemed Christian Church of God, Youth Mentor
- Interests in: Culinary Arts, Singing, Music, Wellness Literature, Movies and Comedy
Timeline
Licensed Associate Physician
Dawson Creek and District Hospital
11.2025 - Current
Family Physician (Independent Practice)
Epiconsult Clinic & Diagnostics
09.2024 - 07.2025
Family Medicine Observer
1st Canadian Medical Centre
05.2024 - 08.2024
Family Medicine Observer
Franklin Clinic
09.2023 - 10.2023
Family Physician (Independent Practice)
Primecare Hospital
03.2021 - 09.2021
Licensed Clinical Assistant (Casual)
Forensic Psychiatric Hospital Provincial Health Services Authority
09.2019 - 08.2024
Family Physician (Independent Practice)
Primecare Hospital
01.2013 - 05.2019
Postgraduate Resident Family Medicine
Primecare Hospital
01.2011 - 01.2013
Rural Physician
National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) National Assembly Community Clinic
12.2009 - 12.2010
Locum General Practitioner
Various Hospitals and Clinics
10.2009 - 12.2009
Postgraduate Intern
National Hospital
10.2008 - 10.2009
Family Medicine Residency -
PrimeCare Hospital
Postgraduate Training - Internship
National Hospital
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) -
University of Ibadan