Profile
Biography:
Dr. Chizoma Millicent Ndikom is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Nursing, College of Medicine, University of Ibadan, Nigeria. She has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing (education) as well as a Master of Science Degree in Nursing, specializing in Maternal and Child Health Nursing and Master of Science degree in Sociology (Medical)and a Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Nursing. Professionally, she is a Registered Nurse, Registered Midwife, Registered Nurse Educator, Registered Occupational Health Nurse and a Fellow of the West African College of Nursing. She teaches maternal and child health nursing and reproductive health at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. She has served as a Post Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Nursing, University of Ibadan. She has served as an External Examiner at various nursing programs. She has an interest in ways of reducing maternal and child mortality through research and plays lots of roles in enhancing the quality of nursing education and improving women’s health and care of the child bearing family. Her research focuses on prevention and early detection of cervical cancer through screening in order to reduce cancer mortality among women. She is a member of Cochrane Collaboration,pregnancy and childbirth group; Oncology Nursing Society; Sigma Teta Tau (Honors Society of Nursing), African Organization for Research &Training in Cancer (AORTIC) among others. She is a scholar participating in the Nigerian Cancer Research Training (NCAT) program sponsored by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center’s Global Cancer Disparities Initiatives (GCDI) Program (USA), and the African Research Group for Oncology (ARGO-Nigeria). She has functioned as a Principal Investigator in various researches and have published a systematic review and other peer reviewed articles. Duties include Teaching of Undergraduate students, Supervision of the students’ research project and care study, General Administrative duties and Research, Clinical teaching of students and clients.
Area of Specialization:
Maternal and Child Heath Nursing/ Women’s Health
Research
Current Research and Capacity Building Projects including Grants
1. Title: The ISNCC Breast Aware train the trainer programme
Funder: Union for International Cancer Control(UICC/ Internation Society for Nurses in Cancer Care(ISNCC)
Brief Summary: The ISNCC Breast Aware train the trainer programme aims to equip nurses in Africa with the knowledge and skills necessary to educate nurses in their communities about breast examination, Breast cancer detection risk factors of breast cancer and nurse leadership.The aim of this research of the the educational train the trainer package in improving the nurses comptence in early diagnosis of breast cancer in sub Saharan Africa. This manual provides guidance on how to train nurses to deliver the programme in their communities. The programme consists of four modules, each approximately one hour in duration.The coverage is five counties in Africa including Nigeria. The study involved Focus group discussion, Pretest, Intervention and post test.
Role: Co-Investigator/ Nurse Leader (Nigeria)
Collaborators: Anarado, Oti, N.O, Bafumba,R. Johnson, C. Mueller, S.,Manyanda,A, Larfa, S. A., Downing,J., Tomlins, E.
2. Title: Evaluating the efficacy of Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) as an assessment tool for health care professions students in sub-Saharan Africa: a mixed method study
Funder: AFREhealth under Funding Support for Health Professions Inter-professional Research and Education in African Institutions from NIH Grant 5R25TW011217-0
Brief Summary: The Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) is widely used as a gold standard for evaluating clinical skills of health care professions students. However, there is an ongoing debate about its effectiveness compared to other assessment methods. This study aims to assess the efficacy of OSCE as an assessment tool for health care professions students in Sub-Saharan Africa, where resource constraints and challenges in clinical training are common. The study will employ a convergent parallel mixed method research design and will be conducted in selected healthcare professions training institutions from selected countries in Sub-Saharan Africa. Quantitative data will be collected using an adapted questionnaire, and qualitative data will be gathered through focus group discussions and key informants. The institutions and countries include Mzuzu University in Malawi; Busitema University in Uganda; University of Zambia; Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology in Ghana and University of Ibadan in Nigeria. The study will compare the perceptions of health care professions students and examiners towards OSCE and other evaluation methods.
Role: Principal Investigater (Nigeria)
Collaborators: Mpasa, F., Mponsah, A. K, Kibuuka R. Ogah, O.A.
3. Title: Outcome of Integrating cervical cancer screening information into post natral services in Ibadan , Nigeria.
Funder: Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC)’s Global Cancer Disparities Initiatives (GCDI) Program (USA)
Brief Summary: Combating mortality from cancer has remained major global challenge. Cervical cancer is one of the cancers in this category but can be prevented or reversed through early detection measures. Many developing countries like Nigeria do not have structured National Cervical Cancer screening programme thus most of the women reported report late with advanced disease. This implementation research seeks to integrate cervical cancer screening information and services into postnatal services. Integrating cervical cancer screening information into postnatal services may proffer a sustainable knowledge as well as utilisation of screening services.
Role: Principal Investigator
Collaborators: Oluwatosin, O.A , Young A, Oluwasola, A. O, Akpa, M.O, Owolabi, G, Salami, K. John-Akinola, Y, Adebisi, T
Completed Research
1. Knowledge of Human Papilloma Virus Self-sampling and Cervical Cancers Screening Uptake among Gynaecology Clinic Attendees in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria
2. Exploration of the Need for Integration of Cervical Cancer Information into Postnatal Services at Primary Health Care Centers in Ibadan Nigeria
3. Psychiatric morbidity among pregnant and non pregnant women in Ibadan, Nigeria
Publications
SELECTED PUBLICATIONS
1. Ndikom, C. M., Ofi, B. A., Omokhodion, F. O., and Adedokun, B. O. (2017) Effects of educational intervention on women’s knowledge and uptake of cervical cancer screening in selected hospitals in Ibadan, Nigeria. International Journal of Health Promotion and Education 55 5-6, 259- 271
2. Ndikom C. M. and Obo, P. I. (2017) Perception, Acceptance and Uptake of Human papillomavirus Vaccine among Female Adolescents in Selected Secondary Schools in Ibadan, Nigeria. African Journal of Biomedical Research Vol. 20, No.3, 237- 244
3. Ndikom, C. M., Ofi, B. A., Omokhodion, F. O., & Patricia O. Bakare, P.O. and Adetayo, C. O. (2019) Effects of Educational Intervention on Nurses’ Knowledge and Attitude Towards Providing Cervical Cancer Screening Information in Selected Health Facilities in Ibadan, Nigeria. Journal of Cancer Education Vol 34, No 1, 59–65 DOI 10.1007/s13187-017-1267-7
4. Ndikom, C. M., Fadahunsi T. S., Adekanmbi, V., Young, A. (2019) Perceived Consequences of Late Diagnosis and Utilization of Cervical Cancer Screening among Gynecology Clinics Attendees in Ibadan, Nigeria. International Journal of Caring Sciences 12(1) 443- 453
5. Ndikom CM, Ajibade AB, Oluwasola TA. (2020) Determinants of cervical cancer screening uptake among women attending selected family planning clinics in Ibadan, Oyo state, Nigeria. International Journal of Non‑Communicable Diseases; 5:102-110
6. Adejumo P.O., AkinyemI, K. F., Anarado, A. N., Ndikom, C. M., Ohaeri, B.M., Omowumi O. Okedare, O.O., Ani, O. B., Oluwatosin, A. O. (2021) State of oncology nursing training and practice in a southwestern Nigerian teaching hospital DOI: 10.5430/jnep.v11n9p68 URL: https://doi.org/10.5430/jnep.v11n9p68
7. Ndikom, C.M., Oluwole T.G. and Ilesanmi, R.E (2021) Risk Perception and Uptake of Prostate Cancer Screening Among a Population of Civil Servants in Ibadan, Nigeria Journal of Biomedical Research Vol. 24 231- 237 (Nigeria)
8. Saka, A. O., Onyeneho, C. A., and Ndikom, C. M. (2021). Perception and utilization of prevention of mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) services among women living with HIV. European journal of midwifery, 5, 41. https://doi.org/10.18332/ejm/140454
9. Asafa, K.,Ndikom, C.and Adelanwa, A. (2021) Midwives’ Knowledge and Readiness to Practice Antenatal Screening and Genetic Testing in selected Hospitals in Lagos, Nigeria. Journal of Midwifery and Reproductive Health, 9 (4). pp. 3007-3016.
10. Salami, B.; Fernandez-Sanchez, H.; Fouche, C.; A.; Kwankye, S.O.;……..Ndikom, C.M. et al. (2021) A Scoping Review of the Health of African Immigrant and Refugee Children. Int. J. Environ. Res. Public Health 18, 3514. https://doi.org/10.3390/ijerph18073514.
11. Anarado, A., Opara, , Mbadugha, C., Obiora, M.U., Ndikom, C.M., Hassan, M.A. (2021) COVID-19 and Psycho-Social Nursing Care Challenges Of Patients With Childhood Cancer And Their Families In Nigeria: A Nursing Perspective .Ecancer Special Issue, Oncology nursing and the psychosocial impact of COVID-19 in the Global South Supplement
12. John-Akinola YO, Ndikom CM, Oluwasanu MM, Adebisi T, Odukoya O. Cervical Cancer and Human Papillomavirus Vaccine Knowledge, Utilisation, Prevention Educational Interventions and Policy Response in Nigeria: A Scoping Review. Cancer Control. 2022 Jan-Dec;29:10732748221130180. doi: 10.1177/10732748221130180. PMID: 36168955; PMCID: PMC9523857.
13. Tola YO, Akingbade O, Akinwaare MO, Adesuyi EO, Arowosegbe TM, Ndikom CM, Adejumo PO, Alexis O. Psychoeducation for psychological issues and birth preparedness in low- and middle-income countries: a systematic review. AJOG Glob Rep. 2022 Jul 18;2(3):100072. doi: 10.1016/j.xagr.2022.100072. PMID: 36276790; PMCID: PMC9563193.
14. Oluwatosin, O.A, Ekelaka C, T., Ndikom ,C. M. (2022) Knowledge of Covid-19 and Psychosocial Experiences During the Covid-19 Lockdown among Secondary School Students in Eleyele, Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria. International Journal of Caring Sciences; . 15, 2, 985-1000.
15. Edu I. B., Ndikom, M., Ishola, A.G. (2022) Perceived Need for Spousal Support in Maternity Care and Psychosocial Challenges among Couples In Abuja, Nigeria. African Journal of Psychological and Social Issues 25(3) 148-166
16. Nweya, N. C., Ojo, I. O., & Ndikom, C. M. (2022). Knowledge, Health Seeking Behaviour on Febrile Conditions and Management Practices among Mothers of Under-Five Children in Selected Facilities in Ibadan, Nigeria. International Journal of Caring Sciences, 15(3).
17. Bello, O., Bella-Awusah, T. T., Adebayo, A. M., John-Akinola, Y. O., Ndikom, C.M., Ilori, T., Cadmus E.O. & Omokhodion F. (2023) Psychiatric morbidity among pregnant and non pregnant women in Ibadan, Nigeria, Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 43:1, DOI: 10.1080/01443615.2023.2205503
18. Adeteye, D. E., Ndikom, C. M., Akinwaare, M. O., & Dosunmu, T. O. (2023). Factors Influencing Birth Preparedness and Complication Readiness among Post-Natal Women in Selected Primary Health Centers in Ibadan, Nigeria. European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences, 5(4), 63–67. https://doi.org/10.24018/ejmed.2023.5.4.1823
19. Oyedero, C., Ndikom. C.M., Ojo, I. O. (2023) Knowledge of Human Papilloma Virus Self-sampling and Cervical Cancers Screening Uptake among Gynaecology Clinic Attendees in a Tertiary Hospital in Nigeria. African. Journal of Biomedical Research.26(2)201-208 https://doi.org/10.4314/ajbr.v26i2.8
20. Ndikom, C.M., Oluwatosin, O.A., Salami, K.K., Owolabi, G. O., Oluwasola , T.A.O., John-Akinola, Y.O., Akpa, M. O., Barton-Burke, M., Ayegboyin, M., Adedimeji, A., Adebisi, T. and Young, A.M. 2023. Exploration of the Need for Integration of Cervical Cancer Information into Postnatal Services at Primary Health Care Centers in Ibadan Nigeria. European Journal of Medical and Health Sciences. 5(5)96–104. DOI:https://doi.org/10.24018/ejmed.2023.5.5.189
Supervision
PREVIOUS STUDENTS (Selected)
CURRENT STUDENTS
Masters Level
1. Women Perception and Preference for Birth Attendants in Two Selected Communities in Akure; Esther Oluwaseun Ayiloge, University of Ibadan, 2020
2. Primary Healthcare Workers’ Neonatal Resuscitation Readiness and Competence in Ibadan Metropolis; Florence Abosede Odusina; University of Ibadan, 2021
3. Predictors of Preterm Birth among Mothers in University College Hospital Ibadan Oyo State; Monisola Anike, Popoola; University of Ibadan; 2021
4. Healthcare Workers’ Perception and Readiness to Scale Up the Use Of 7.1% Chlorhexidine Gel for Umbilical Cord Care in Ibadan, Oyo State; Odedeji, Ronke Funmilayo; University of Ibadan, 2021
5. Knowledge of Rhesus Incompatibility and Preconception Rhesus Factor Screening among Women in Ibadan, Nigeria; Blessing Funke Opayele; Universty of Ibadan; 2021
6. Factors Influencing the Acceptance and Utilization of Cervical Cancer Screening of Women Attending Family Planning Clinics in Abeokuta, Ogun State; Asisat Ajoke Ogunyomi; University of Ibadan; 2021
Doctoral Level
1. Midwife-Led Neonatal Jaundice Educational Programme on Incidence and Preventive Practices among Perinatal Women in Selected Hospitals in Ibadan, Miriam-Hilda Okpaleke, University of Ibadan, 2020
2. Enhancing Breast Cancer Screening Practices through Community-based Peer Education Strategies among Rural Women in Ogun State, Nigeria, Racheal Oduyemi, University of Ibadan, 2021
3. Temitayo Moyosoro Adebisi outcome of a nurse-led psycho-educational intervention on the physical, psychological and sexual experiences of women with cervical cancer in Selected Hospitals in South West, Nigeria, University of Ibadan, 2021
Fellowship Level
1. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice on Prevention and Management of Pregnancy Induced Hypertension among Nurses in Selected Secondary Facilities in Lagos; Okodua Catherine; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2022
2. Knowledge and Skills in the Utilization of Non-Pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment among Nurse/Midwives at Ajeromi General Hospital; Liadi Abimbola Rashidat;West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2022
PREVIOUS STUDENTS (Selected)
Masters Level
1. Perception and Acceptability of Human Papilloma Virus Self Sampling among Gynaecology Clinic Attendees in OAUTHC, Ile-Ife Osun State; Lolade Comfort Oyedero, University of Ibadan, 2021
2. Olayinka Adekunmi Akintola 127207 Perceived Quality of Services and Compliance with Treatment Regimen among Childbearing Women in Selected Primary Health Care Centers in Oyo State , University of Ibadan, 2021
3. Olajide Oluwakemi Dorcas 127202 Determinants and Utilization of Long Acting Reversible Contraceptives among Childbearing Women in Ibadan North West Local Government Area, Oyo State, University of Ibadan, 2021
4. Fashoronti Abiodun 210435 Essential Newborn Care Practices and Its Determinants among Midwives in Selected Hospitals in Ekiti State, University of Ibadan, 2021
5. Edu Ifedayo Busola 211423 Perceived Need for Spousal Support in Maternity Care and Psychosocial Challenges among Men and Women in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Abuja, Nigeria, University of Ibadan, 2021
6. Ibezimuoh Grace Chioma 208622 Adherence to Anti-Retroviral Therapy and Its Associated Factors among Women Living with HIV/AIDS in Adeoyo Maternity Teaching Hospital Ibadan, Oyo State, University of Ibadan, 2021
7. George Ibigbariya 208832 Knowledge of Danger Signs and Experience of Near Miss Situations among Perinatal Women in Selected Health Facilities in Ibadan, Oyo State, University of Ibadan, 2021
8. Adebayo Olajumoke Regina; Perceived Self-Competence and Barriers to Preterm Care among Nurses in the Neonatal Unit of Selected Hospitals in Ibadan; University of Ibadan, 2021
Doctoral level
Fellowship
1. Influence of Socio-Cultural Factors on Choice Of Childbirth Place among Women of Childbearing Age, in Oyigbo Local Government Area, Rivers State; Obika-Ndiri Ngozi Afulenu; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2020
2. Knowledge and Utilization of Pain Management Tools by Nurses in Paediatric Ward of Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Lagos, Nigeria; Ojei Sarat Onyebuka Celestina; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2020
3. Midwives’ Implementation of Integrated Management of Neonatal and Childhood Illnesses, a Survey of Selected Primary Health Centers in Anambra State; Nwankwo Philomena Ngozi; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2020
4. Factors Associated with Preterm Births in Sacred Heart Hospital, Lantoro, Abeokuta, Ogun State; Virginia Queen Edochie; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2020
5. Knowledge and Implementation of Current Guidelines on PMTCT among Midwives in Selected Hospitals in Asaba, Nigeria; Uchuno Mary Chizoba; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2021
6. Knowledge and Perceived Factors Influencing Access and Utilization of Modern Contraceptive among Female Adolescent In Senior Secondary Schools, Kaduna; Ibosiola Josephine Funmilayo; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2021
7. Nurse/Midwives Knowledge, Involvement and Barriers in the Implementation of Maternal and Perinatal Death Review (MPDR) for Reduction of Maternal Mortality in Lagos Nigeria; Dorcas Olukemi Oluyemisi Shonibare; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2021
8. Utilization of Magnesium Sulphate in the Management of Pre Eclampsia in Selected Hospitals in Enugu State; Nwaokeleme Cecilia Chinwe ,West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2021
9. Knowledge of Dangers of Adolescent Pregnancy and Sexual Behaviour among Selected Government Senior Secondary School Students in Abuja Municipal Area Council, Nigeria; Ogunjobi, Florence Olukemi; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2021
10. Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Surgical-Patient Health Education among Nurses at Modibbo Adama University Teaching Hospital Yola Adamawa State; Adamu, Nuhu Lawan; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2022
11. Perception and Experience of Obstetric Violence among Post-Partum Women in Selected Secondary Health Facilities in Oyo State; Olajide, Adetunmise Oluseyi; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2022
12. Jane Uzoma Ogugua; Factors Influencing Cervical Cancer Screening Uptake Using Visual Tests Among Women Living With Human Immunodeficiency Virus In Abia State Nigeria; West African Post Graduate College for Nurses and Midwives; 2023
Grants
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