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

  1. Gynecologist
  2. Obstetrician
  3. Chair, Obstetrics, Minnesota

Departments

Location

  1. Rochester, Minnesota

Languages

English

Existing patients

  1. Gynecological surgery
  2. Hysteroscopy
  3. Minimally invasive surgery
  • Minimally invasive gynecological surgery
  • Office hysteroscopy
  1. 2018
    CertificateWhitney MacMillan Physician Leadership Business Academy
  2. 2002
    Resident - Obstetrics and GynecologyMayo Clinic in Rochester
  3. 1998
    Internship - Family MedicineUniversity of Wisconsin
  4. 1993
    Resident - Obstetrics & GynecologyCentral Sheffield Hospital
  5. 1989
    Resident - General PracticeDuro Soleye Hospital
  6. 1986
    InternshipUniversity of Ibadan, University College Hospital
  7. 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. 2019 - present
    Board MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
  2. 2019 - present
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  3. 2019 - present
    Member, Executive CommitteeCenter for Regenerative Medicine - Independent Multidisciplinary Practice
  4. 2019 - present
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  5. 2019
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Radiology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  6. 2019
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Radiation Oncology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  7. 2019 - present
    Board of DirectorsThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  8. 2019 - present
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  9. 2019
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Family Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  10. 2019 - present
    MemberEnterprise Taskforce for Research Engagement of Departments/Divisions
  11. 2018 - present
    Task Force MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  12. 2018
    Member, Search Committee for Division of General Internal Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  13. 2018
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Anatomy Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  14. 2018 - present
    Active FellowAmerican Gynecologic & Obstetrical Society (AGOS)
  15. 2018 - present
    Board of Trustees MemberRonald McDonald House
  16. 2018
    Site Visit AdvisorThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  17. 2018 - present
    Nominating Committee MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)
  18. 2017
    Chair, Search Committee for Department of Cardiovascular Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  19. 2017
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Emergency Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  20. 2017
    ChairEnterprise Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion Search Committee
  21. 2016
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  22. 2016
    Member, Search Committee for Dermatology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  23. 2016
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  24. 2016 - present
    MemberSurgical and Procedural Committee
  25. 2016 - present
    MemberThe Council of University Chairs of Obstetrics and Gynecology (CUCOG)
  26. 2016 - present
    ChairOB/GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  27. 2016 - present
    MemberSurgical Services Surgical and Procedural Committee, Department of Surgery
  28. 2016 - present
    MemberDepartment Chairs
  29. 2016 - present
    MemberMedical Department Chairs Forum
  30. 2016 - present
    Committee MemberProgram Committee, Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  31. 2015
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Immunology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  32. 2015
    Member, Search Committee for Anesthesiology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  33. 2015 - 2018
    MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Scientific Program Committee
  34. 2015
    Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee
  35. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Neurosurgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  36. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  37. 2014 - present
    ChairMayo Clinic Enterprise Chaperone Policy Task Force
  38. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  39. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Children's Center Director SearchPersonnel Committee
  40. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Neurology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  41. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Physiology Biomedical Engineering Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  42. 2014 - present
    MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology
  43. 2014
    Member, Search Committee for Department of Orthopedic Chair SearchPersonnel Committee
  44. 2014 - 2015
    LeaderChildren's Hospitals' Solutions for Patient Safety
  45. 2014 - present
    MemberPersonnel Committee
  46. 2014 - present
    MemberMinnesota Department of Health Steering Committee on Ebola Ethics and Response
  47. 2014 - present
    PresidentContinental Gynecologic Society
  48. 2013 - present
    MemberAccess Executive Subcommittee
  49. 2013 - 2016
    MemberSurgical Practice Chairs Forum
  50. 2013 - 2016
    MemberOutpatient Practice Subcommittee
  51. 2013 - 2016
    MemberMortality Case Review Subcommittee
  52. 2013 - present
    MemberSociety of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons
  53. 2012 - present
    Chair and OrganizerClinical Practice Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  54. 2012 - present
    Chair and OrganizerClinical Practice Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  55. 2012 - 2016
    MemberPractice Chairs Forum
  56. 2012 - present
    ChairPeer Review Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  57. 2011 - 2014
    Chair and OrganizerMidwest Integration, ObGyn Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  58. 2011 - 2016
    Vice ChairOB/GYN Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  59. 2011 - 2014
    Chair and CoordinatorOb/Gyn Master Planning
  60. 2011 - 2014
    MemberRMH Surgical Space Master Planning Committee
  61. 2011 - 2012
    ChairIntegration Task Force, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  62. 2011 - present
    Oral ExaminerAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
  63. 2009
    MemberKnowledge Content Board - Women's Health/Obstetrics & Gynecology, AskMayoExpert
  64. 2009 - present
    Expert ConsultantAskMayoExpert
  65. 2009 - present
    Board of DirectorsContinental Gynecologic Society
  66. 2007 - 2009
    Inaugural ChairpersonPractice and Quality Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  67. 2006 - 2008
    MemberWomen's Health Executive Subcommittee
  68. 2006 - present
    MemberContinental Gynecologic Society
  69. 2005 - present
    FellowRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  70. 2005 - present
    FellowAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  71. 2004 - 2007
    Inaugural ChairpersonQuality & Safety Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  72. 2004 - 2007
    Departmental LiaisonMayo Clinic Clinical Practice Committee
  73. 2004 - 2008
    MemberClinical Practice Quality Oversight Subcommittee
  74. 2004 - 2008
    MemberSurgical Quality Assessment and Improvement Subcommittee
  75. 2004 - present
    MemberOB/GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  76. 2003 - present
    Active MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  77. 2003 - 2008
    MemberResearch Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  78. 2003 - 2004
    Secretary GeneralAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  79. 2003 - present
    MemberZumbro Valley Medical Society, Minnesota Medical Association
  80. 2002 - present
    MemberObstetrics Administrative Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  81. 2002 - present
    MemberAmerican Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists
  82. 2001 - 2004
    Board MemberAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  83. 2001 - 2002
    Administrative Chief ResidentResidency Program, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  84. 2001 - 2002
    Continuing Medical Education Course DirectorAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  85. 1998 - present
    MemberAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
  86. 1992 - present
    MemberRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists
  87.  
    MemberChartless Steering Group, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology
  88.  
    MemberMinority & Cross Cultural Affairs Committee, Minnesota Medical Association

Publications

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Research activities

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