Education/professional background
I am Dr. Nweze Otito Adaeze, a Nigerian medical doctor currently enrolled in the MSc Control of Infectious Diseases at LSHTM. I studied Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) at Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University, Igbariam, Nigeria. After which, I proceeded for a one year Housemanship training at Federal Medical Centre, Abuja, Nigeria.
Research interests/career goals
My dream is to work with World Health Organization (WHO) with special interest in communicable diseases. In order to contribute positively to curb the spread, effects and management of communicable diseases on infected individuals in underdeveloped countries like Nigeria. I am keen on improving attitude to health through clinical research, health education and health promotion. I also would like to go into academia at some point to share some of my knowledge and experience with younger people.
Why I chose LSHTM/my programme
LSHTM was my top priority as I found it to be the best ranked in Control of Infectious Diseases in both Europe and internationally. I have been following up LSHTM activities during my college years and admired its approach in TV glad to be here and is making maximum use of the opportunity.