Chinwe A. Ihenatu

Chinwe A. Ihenatu is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine. She has been actively involved in clinical and academic roles since 2001, contributing to neuroanesthesia, obstetric anesthesia, and medical education.

• Education: M.B.B.CH from University of Calabar College of Medicine, Nigeria (1983-1989)
• Training: Neuroanesthesia/Obstetric Anesthesia Fellowship (2001-2002); Residency in Anesthesiology (1998-2001)

Her research interests focus on anesthesiology subfields such as neuroanesthesia, obstetric anesthesia, pain management, and critical care. She also specializes in medical education and clinical rotations training.

Professional appointments include:

• Clinical Assistant Professor (2008–present)
• Assistant Professor (2004–2008)
• Instructor (2002–2004)

She has held clinical roles at UMMC Midtown Campus and previously served as a Staff Physician in Nigeria and Clinical Coordinator in Maryland.