Fidelis Nwachukwu, MD, MS

Assistant Professor

Education:
  • BMLS – Medical Lab Sciences, University of Nigeria
  • CMT – Medical Teaching, Memorial University of Newfoundland
  • MS – Translational Pharmacology & Clinical Trials, Ohio State University.
  • MD – All Saints University
Biography:

Dr. Fidelis Nwachukwu is a distinguished medical professional with extensive experience in clinical practice, research, and medical education. He joined Roseman University College of Medicine in January 2025 as a faculty member, bringing expertise in multiple disciplines, including pathophysiology, physiology, pharmacology, and laboratory sciences.

With a robust academic background, Dr. Nwachukwu holds a Doctor of Medicine (MD), a Master of Science in Translational Pharmacology & Clinical Trials from The Ohio State University, and a Bachelor of Medical Laboratory Science (BMLS). Before joining Roseman, he served at esteemed institutions such as Mercer University School of Medicine, the American University of Antigua, and Xavier University School of Medicine, where he made significant contributions to medical education and curriculum development.

A certified member of the American Society for Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) and the American Physiological Society, Dr. Nwachukwu is also licensed by both the Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria and the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria. He brings a unique blend of research-driven and patient-centered medical knowledge. Passionate about integrating laboratory insights with clinical applications, he ensures that students and colleagues benefit from his comprehensive approach to medicine.

Beyond academia, Dr. Nwachukwu is actively involved in medical research, with publications covering diverse topics such as cognitive neuroscience, thromboembolic disorders, and prostate cancer management. He is committed to mentoring future healthcare professionals and contributing to medical advancements through continuous learning and research.

Teaching Areas:
  • Physiology
  • Pathophysiology
Research Interests:
  • The role of precision medicine in the management of solid tumors
  • Predictive and therapeutic use of biomarkers
  • qEEG for probing cognitive and behavioral functions of the brain
Service to Profession:
  • Reviewer – Cureus Journal of Medical Science, 2021 – present
Service to Community:
  • Coordinator, Georgia District 4 Health Equity Navigator Program, 2023 – 2025
  • Volunteer preceptor, Mercer University Medical Practice Reasoning Assessment (MPRA)
Select Peer-Reviewed Publications:
  1. Millis R, Chandanathil M, Nwachukwu F, Awosika A, Rajput R, Naik S, Kadur K. (2022). Quantitative Electroencephalography for Probing Cognitive and Behavioral Functions of the Human Brain. In T. Heinbockel (Ed.), Neurophysiology: Networks, Plasticity, Pathophysiology and Behavior. IntechOpen. 10.5772/intechopen.101295
  2. Nwachukwu, F., Browne, R., Barnard, T., & Snagg, N. (2016; revised 2022). Human T-cell Lymphotropic Virus (HTLV-1) and Adult T-cell Leukemia/Lymphoma (ATL) – Case Report and Literature Review. West Indian Medical Journal. 69(7): 530-534. DOI:10.7727/wimj.2016.163
  3. Dwivedi, N.A., Vijayashankar, N.P., Hansda, M., Dubey, A.K., Nwachukwu, F., Curran, V., & Jillwin, J. (2020). Comparing Standard Setting Methods for Objective Structured Clinical Examinations in a Caribbean Medical School. Journal of Medical Education and Curricular Development, 1-10. https://doi-org.proxy.lib.ohio-state.edu/10.1177/2382120520981992

Last updated: 03/20/2025