Nnabuchi Anikpezie

Nnabuchi Anikpezie is an Assistant Professor in the Department of SPH-Population Health Science at the School of Population Health, University of Mississippi Medical Center. Their work focuses on public health, health disparities, and epidemiology.

• Education: DrPH in Health Services Organization from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (2020), Graduate Certificate in Health Disparities from University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (2020), MPH in Public Health Administration and Policy from University of Minnesota (2012), MBBS in Medicine from University of Ibadan (2007)

Anikpezie's research spans epidemiological trends in cerebral venous thrombosis and pediatric stroke, diabetes risk assessment using electronic health records, and community health interventions. Their work emphasizes health equity and data-driven public health strategies.

Recent publications include studies on age-sex disparities in pediatric stroke incidence, trends in cerebral venous thrombosis, and validation of diabetes risk tools in underserved populations. These works intersect neurology, diabetes research, and population health analytics.

• Scientific Awards:
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Scholar (UMMC, 2020)
  • Delta Omega Honor Society in Public Health (2020)
  • Public Health Community Service Award (University of Minnesota, 2012)
  • Elahi Legacy Scholarship (University of Minnesota, 2012)