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Abimbola O. Famuyide, M.B.B.S.

  1. Gynecologist
  2. Chair, Obstetrics, Minnesota
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Departments

Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

Existing patients

Dr. Famuyide is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon. He completed residency training at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology. He holds an appointment in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology with a joint appointment in the Department of Surgery. He provides care for women with benign gynecologic conditions.

His clinical areas of expertise include:

  • Management of abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Surgical removal of uterine fibroids, uterine polyps, ovarian cysts
  • Uterine septum
  • Deinfibulation

In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Famuyide is active in research. He is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology having authored more than 140 peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, letters and non-peer reviewed articles. His areas of interest include outcomes research in abnormal uterine bleeding, benign gynecologic endoscopic surgery, and obstetric safety.

  1. Adenomyosis
  2. Adnexal tumors
  3. Cervical dysplasia
  4. Chronic pelvic pain
  5. Endometriosis
  6. Imperforate hymen
  7. Lower genital tract dysplasia
  8. Menorrhagia
  9. Menstrual cramps
  10. Ovarian cyst
  11. Postmenopausal bleeding
  12. Septate uterus
  13. Uterine anomaly
  14. Uterine fibroid
  15. Uterine polyps
  16. Vaginal septum
  17. Vulvar dysplasia
  1. Ablation
  2. CO-2 laser treatment
  3. Colposcopy
  4. Conization
  5. Diagnostic hysteroscopy
  6. Diagnostic laparoscopy
  7. Endometrial ablation
  8. Endometriosis surgery
  9. Gynecological surgery
  10. Hysteroscopy
  11. Intrauterine device method
  12. Loop electrosurgical excision procedure
  13. Minimally invasive surgery
  14. Myomectomy
  15. Pelvic exam
  16. Polypectomy
  17. Radiofrequency ablation
  • Minimally invasive gynecological surgery
  • Office hysteroscopy
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Obstetric safety
  1. 2018
    CertificateWhitney MacMillan Physician Leadership Business Academy
  2. 2002
    ResidentObstetrics and Gynecology, Programs in Rochester, Mayo School of Graduate Medical Education, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine
  3. 2002
    Resident - Obstetrics and GynecologyMayo Clinic in Rochester
  4. 1998
    Internship - Family MedicineUniversity of Wisconsin
  5. 1993
    Resident - Obstetrics & GynecologyCentral Sheffield Hospital
  6. 1989
    Resident - General PracticeDuro Soleye Hospital
  7. 1986
    InternshipUniversity of Ibadan, University College Hospital
  8. 1985
    MD - MedicineUniversity of Ibadan, University College Hospital

Certifications

  1. 2004
    Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  2. 1992
    Obstetrics & GynecologyRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists

Awards and honors

  1. 2019
    Contributions as a member of the MN Medical Faculty License TeamMayo Clinic Excellence Through Teamwork Award
  2. 2017
    Recognized ReviewerAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  3. 2016
    Recognized ReviewerThe Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
  4. 2016
    Outstanding ReviewerAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  5. 2016
    Outstanding ReviewerThe Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology
  6. 2016
    OB Nest - A Novel Approach to Prenatal Care (2nd Prize Paper)Obstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)
  7. 2016
    America's Top Doctors (ranked top 1% of Ob/Gyn Physicians in the US)Castle Connolly
  8. 2016
    Top 10% Peer Reviewer among 1,219 refereesObstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)
  9. 2015
    Central Prize Award for Best PaperCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  10. 2015
    Top 10% Peer Reviewer among 1,144 refereesObstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)
  11. 2014
    Top 10% Peer Reviewer among 1,420 refereesObstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)
  12. 2011
    MacMillan ScholarshipOffice of Leadership and Organization Development, Department of Education Administration
  13. 2011
    Charles S. Field Award - Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic
  14. 2011
    Best Poster Presentation AwardAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  15. 2011
    Donald F. Richardson Memorial Scientific Prize Paper AwardAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
  16. 2011
    Best Doctors in MinnesotaBest Doctors in Minnesota - Minnesota Monthly Magazine
  17. 2009
    America's Top Doctors (ranked top 1% of Ob/Gyn Physicians in the US)Castle Connolly
  18. 2009
    The Young Investigator AwardCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  19. 2009
    Donald F. Richardson Memorial Scientific Prize Paper AwardAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)
  20. 2008
    Charles S. Field Award- Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic
  21. 2008
    Jerome J. Hoffman Award Postgraduate Prize Paper (3rd place)American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
  22. 2005
    Charles S. Field Award- Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic
  23. 2005
    Inducted as FellowRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  24. 2004
    Charles S. Field Award- Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic
  25. 2003
    Excellence in Teaching Recognition - Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyMayo Clinic
  26. 2002
    The Elizabeth Ann Harris Award For Excellence in Clinical Research in the Field of Obstetrics and Gynecology as a FellowMayo Graduate School of Medicine, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science, Department of Education Administration
  27. 2001
    LM Randall Travel Award for Outstanding PerformanceAwarding Organization
  28. 1998
    Wyeth Award for Best CREOG scores for 3 consecutive yearsAwarding Organization
  29. 1985
    Division of Surgery ScholarAwarding Organization
  30. 1974
    Government ScholarAwarding Organization

Professional memberships

  1. 2022 - present
    PresidentThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
  2. 2021 - present
    Board of DirectorsAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  3. 2021 - present
    MemberRochester Smart Hospital of the Future (SmHoF) Advisory Group
  4. 2020 - present
    MemberSearch Committee for President of MCHS
  5. 2020 - present
    Elected Member, Governing CouncilAmerican Gynecological & Obstetrical Society
  6. 2020
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Ophthalmology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  7. 2020
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  8. 2020 - present
    Task Force ChairCenter for Regenerative Medicine Strategic Task Force - Independent Multidisciplinary Practice
  9. 2020 - present
    Qualifying Examination CommitteeAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  10. 2020 - present
    President ElectThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
  11. 2020 - present
    Qualifying Examination Development Committee MemberAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  12. 2019
    Member, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  13. 2019
    Member, Department of Surgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  14. 2019
    Chair, President of Platform Search CommitteeMayo Clinic Enterprise
  15. 2019 - present
    MemberChief Digital Officer Search Committee
  16. 2019 - present
    Board MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
  17. 2019
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  18. 2019 - present
    Member, Executive CommitteeCenter for Regenerative Medicine - Independent Multidisciplinary Practice
  19. 2019
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  20. 2019
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Radiology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  21. 2019
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Radiation Oncology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  22. 2019 - present
    Board of DirectorsThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  23. 2019
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  24. 2019
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Family Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  25. 2019 - present
    MemberEnterprise Taskforce for Research Engagement of Departments/Divisions
  26. 2018 - present
    Task Force MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  27. 2018
    Member, Search Committee for Division of General Internal Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  28. 2018
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Anatomy Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  29. 2018 - present
    Active FellowAmerican Gynecologic & Obstetrical Society (AGOS)
  30. 2018 - present
    Board of Trustees MemberRonald McDonald House
  31. 2018
    Site Visit AdvisorThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  32. 2018 - present
    Nominating Committee MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  33. 2017
    Chair, Search Committee for Department of Cardiovascular Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  34. 2017
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Emergency Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  35. 2017
    ChairEnterprise Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion Search Committee
  36. 2016
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  37. 2016
    Member, Search Committee for Dermatology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  38. 2016
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  39. 2016 - present
    MemberSurgical and Procedural Committee
  40. 2016 - present
    ChairOB/GYN Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  41. 2016 - 2022
    MemberThe Council of University Chairs of Obstetrics and Gynecology (CUCOG)
  42. 2016 - present
    ChairOB/GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  43. 2016 - present
    MemberSurgical Services Surgical and Procedural Committee, Department of Surgery
  44. 2016 - present
    MemberDepartment Chairs
  45. 2016 - present
    MemberMedical Department Chairs Forum
  46. 2016 - present
    Committee MemberProgram Committee, Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  47. 2015
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Immunology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  48. 2015
    Member, Search Committee for Anesthesiology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  49. 2015 - 2018
    MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Scientific Program Committee
  50. 2015
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  51. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Neurosurgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  52. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  53. 2014 - present
    ChairMayo Clinic Enterprise Chaperone Policy Task Force
  54. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  55. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Children's Center Director SearchPersonnel Committee
  56. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Neurology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  57. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Physiology Biomedical Engineering Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  58. 2014 - present
    MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
  59. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Orthopedic Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  60. 2014 - 2020
    MemberPersonnel Committee
  61. 2014 - 2015
    LeaderChildren's Hospitals' Solutions for Patient Safety
  62. 2014 - 2015
    PresidentContinental Gynecologic Society
  63. 2014 - present
    MemberMinnesota Department of Health Steering Committee on Ebola Ethics and Response
  64. 2013 - present
    MemberAccess Executive Subcommittee
  65. 2013 - 2016
    MemberSurgical Practice Chairs Forum
  66. 2013 - 2016
    MemberOutpatient Practice Subcommittee
  67. 2013 - 2016
    MemberMortality Case Review Subcommittee
  68. 2013 - present
    MemberSociety of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
  69. 2012 - present
    Chair and OrganizerClinical Practice Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  70. 2012 - present
    Chair and OrganizerClinical Practice Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  71. 2012 - 2016
    MemberPractice Chairs Forum
  72. 2012 - present
    ChairPeer Review Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  73. 2011 - 2014
    Chair and OrganizerMidwest Integration, ObGyn Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  74. 2011 - 2016
    Vice ChairOB/GYN Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  75. 2011 - 2014
    Chair and CoordinatorOb/Gyn Master Planning
  76. 2011 - 2014
    MemberRMH Surgical Space Master Planning Committee
  77. 2011 - 2012
    ChairIntegration Task Force, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  78. 2011 - present
    Oral ExaminerAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  79. 2009
    MemberKnowledge Content Board - Women's Health/Obstetrics & Gynecology, AskMayoExpert
  80. 2009
    MemberChartless Steering Group, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  81. 2009 - present
    Expert ConsultantAskMayoExpert
  82. 2009 - present
    Board of DirectorsContinental Gynecologic Society
  83. 2007 - 2009
    Inaugural ChairpersonPractice and Quality Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  84. 2006 - 2008
    MemberWomen's Health Executive Subcommittee
  85. 2006 - present
    MemberContinental Gynecologic Society
  86. 2005 - present
    FellowRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  87. 2005 - present
    FellowAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  88. 2004 - 2007
    Inaugural ChairpersonQuality & Safety Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  89. 2004 - 2007
    Departmental LiaisonMayo Clinic Clinical Practice Committee
  90. 2004 - 2008
    MemberClinical Practice Quality Oversight Subcommittee
  91. 2004 - 2008
    MemberSurgical Quality Assessment and Improvement Subcommittee
  92. 2004 - present
    MemberOB/GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  93. 2003 - present
    Active MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  94. 2003 - 2008
    MemberResearch Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  95. 2003 - 2004
    Secretary GeneralAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  96. 2003 - present
    MemberZumbro Valley Medical Society, Minnesota Medical Association
  97. 2002 - present
    MemberObstetrics Administrative Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  98. 2002 - present
    MemberAmerican Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
  99. 2001 - 2004
    Board MemberAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  100. 2001 - 2002
    Administrative Chief ResidentResidency Program, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  101. 2001 - 2002
    Continuing Medical Education Course DirectorAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  102. 1998 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  103. 1992 - present
    MemberRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  104.  
    MemberMinority & Cross Cultural Affairs Committee, Minnesota Medical Association

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