Dr. Stephen Chijioke Eze is a highly skilled Advanced Minimal Access Gynaecological Surgeon with a strong commitment to excellence in women's health and minimally invasive surgical techniques. With specialized training and extensive experience in laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures, Dr. Eze has consistently delivered high-quality, patient-centered care across a wide range of gynaecological conditions.

He has undergone advanced training in minimal access surgery, including complex laparoscopic myomectomy, total laparoscopic hysterectomy, endometriosis surgery, and fertility-enhancing procedures. Currently practicing at Federal Medical Centre Abuja, Dr. Eze is at the forefront of integrating cutting-edge techniques and technology in gynaecological surgery, aiming to reduce patient recovery time, minimize complications, and optimize surgical outcomes.

Dr. Eze actively participates in training and mentorship of upcoming surgeons. A passionate advocate for safe, effective, and accessible minimally invasive surgery, Dr. Eze is dedicated to continuous professional development and collaboration on both national and international platforms.

Her interest as a Nurse Educator has been in Endoscopy and Minimal Invasive Surgery. She began her training as a Nurse in 1984 and qualified in Midwifery in 1988. She thereafter furthered her training in Perioperative Nursing and holds a Bachelor degree in Nursing Sciences, PGD.Ed, and is a Fellow Corporate Administrative Institute.

She trained in Endoscopy/Minimal Invasive Surgery with Olympus, UK (2008–2010), and furthered her education at Johns Hopkins University in 2015. She is the pioneer Perioperative Nurse for the Endoscopy/MIS unit at the University of Uyo Teaching Hospital, ensuring GI Endoscopy, Endourology, Gynae Endoscopy, and MIS units function optimally.

Nurse Utin is a pioneer Secretary of the Society of Gastroenterology and Endoscopy Nurses of Nigeria (SOGENON), member of the Editorial Board of SOGHIN, member of SGNA, and NANNM. She has presented papers locally and internationally, trained numerous nurses, and served as a Clinical Preceptor.

She holds the Train the Trainer Certificate from SGNA and Olympus in Endoscopy and MIS. Currently, she is the Head of the Operating Theater at the University of Uyo.

Dr. Igwe Arua Obasi is a Consultant Paediatric and Minimal Access Surgeon at Evercare Hospital Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria. He is widely recognized for his pioneering work in minimally invasive paediatric surgery, introducing several groundbreaking laparoscopic and thoracoscopic procedures in the region. His dedication to innovation has positioned him as a leading figure in paediatric surgical advancements in Nigeria and West Africa.

Dr. Igwe obtained his MBBS degree from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka in March 2009 and completed his internship at the University of Nigeria Teaching Hospital, Enugu. During his residency, he developed a strong interest in minimally invasive surgery under the mentorship of Prof. Adisa, a respected laparoscopic general surgeon. Encouraged by mentors including Prof. Adejuyigbe and Prof. Sowande, he became the first resident in West Africa to complete a dissertation focused on laparoscopic surgery in children.

His landmark research, “Comparative Study of Laparoscopic and Open Inguinal Herniotomy in Children in Ile Ife, Nigeria: A Prospective Randomized Trial”, has been published in the Journal of Laparoendoscopic & Advanced Surgical Techniques. This study helped lay the foundation for the broader adoption of minimally invasive procedures in paediatric surgery across the region.

Since joining Evercare Hospital in March 2021, Dr. Igwe has successfully performed numerous first-of-its-kind surgeries in Nigeria and West Africa. These include the first laparoscopic pyeloplasty in a 6-month-old, thoracoscopic repair of type C oesophageal atresia, and single-stage thoracoscopic repair of long-gap oesophageal atresia in a preterm neonate. He has also led innovations in thoracoscopic lobectomy for CPAM and laparoscopic repair of jejunal atresia, among others.

Dr. Igwe continues to be a driving force for excellence in paediatric surgery, combining clinical skill with academic rigor. His work is shaping the future of surgical care for children in Africa and inspiring the next generation of paediatric surgeons through research, mentorship, and clinical leadership.