Dr. Tamunosa Longjohn

Consultant Nephrologist in Lagos, Nigeria.

Dr. Longjohn is a well-respected Consultant Nephrologist with immense passion for the speciality of nephrology. Dr. Longjohn has been diagnosing and treating various diseases associated with the kidney for many years. This makes him well-experienced. He is a caring physician. He is trained and educated. He has all the skills required in the management of renal disorders. He provides both outpatient and inpatient services. He has adopted modern technology and research findings to ensure the best results in patient care.

Besides practicing, Dr Longjohn is also engaged in research and teaching in medicine. He actively presents at academic conferences. He publishes in peer-reviewed journals and supervises early-career renal physicians and researchers. His primary research areas include new methods in chronic kidney disease treatment, dialysis treatment and kidney transplantation. Overall, Dr. Longjohn is dedicated and hardworking. His passion for nephrology and commitment to providing only the best care for his patients make him an asset to any medical centre.

General Information –

Current Position:

• Nuclear Medicine Physician: University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital
  • Sep 2019 – Present (4 years ten months)
  • Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers State

Previous Positions:

• Registrar in Nuclear Medicine: University of the Free State
  • Jan 2011 – May 2018 (7 years five months)
  • Location: Bloemfontein Area, South Africa

Education:

• Bachelor of Medicine, (MBBS): University of Port Harcourt
  • Years Attended: 1997 – 2005

Certifications:

• FCNP(SA): Fellow of the College of Nuclear Physicians of South Africa

Professional Experience:

• Over a decade of experience in nuclear medicine and nephrology
• Expertise in managing and treating a wide array of kidney-related conditions
• Strong background in both outpatient and inpatient care

Contributions and Research:

• Active involvement in medical research and education
• Frequent participation in academic conferences
• Contributions to peer-reviewed journals
• Mentorship of aspiring nephrologists

Skills and Interests:

• Diagnosis and treatment of complex renal disorders
• Dialysis management
• Kidney transplantation
• Research on innovative therapies for chronic kidney disease

Current Affiliations:

• University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital

Services Provided by Dr. Longjohn –

• Dialysis/ Haemodialysis
• Kidney Stone Treatment
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
• Proteinuria
• Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
• Electrolyte Disorders
• BP with Kidney Disease
• Nephrology ICU
• Transplant Nephrology
• Peritoneal Dialysis
• Kidney Disease Treatment
• Nephrology
• Renal Replacement Therapy
• Adult Nephrology
• Pediatric Nephrology
• 24 Hour Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring
• Kidney Biopsy
• Hemodiafiltration

Reasons to Consider Dr. Longjohn –

Extensive Experience:

Over 15 years of medical experience, primarily in nephrology and nuclear medicine.

Comprehensive Kidney Disease Management:

The diagnosis and treatment of all the categories of kidney diseases. This includes Acute Kidney Injury (AKI), Chronic Kidney Disease and Diabetic nephropathy.

Dialysis Management:

Successful in performing various types of dialysis. This includes hemodialysis peritoneal dialysis—continuous renal replacement therapy.

Kidney Transplant Expertise:

He is specialized in the evaluation and treatment of those patients that have undergone kidney transplants.