Rashidah M. Afolarin, Family Nurse Practitioner Board Certified (FNP-BC)

Specialty: Family Medicine. Ketamine and Nutrition Infusion Therapies.

I was born and raised in West Africa. I migrated from Nigeria to the USA in 2004. I developed love for healthcare as a rewardable profession morally and spiritually. As a teenager, I was fortunate to care for my sick grandmother with love and passion. This opportunity allowed me to have more love for the medical profession in order to care for individuals across lifespan and I started a journey on a healthcare career.

I earned my undergraduate degree from Pennsylvania State University in 2010. I was able to maintain good professional conduct by working for multiple organizations with great reputations such as specialist hospital at Deborah Heart and Lungs Center, Community Hospital such as Lourdes Hospital in Burlington County NJ, and University of Pennsylvania/Chestnut Hill Hospital Philadelphia , PA. Over a decade, I have gained tremendous experience as a registered nurse, licenced in multiple States such as NJ, PA, & DE. I have a background in emergency medicine, Intensive care, skilled nurse facilities, corrections, mental health and home care. Graduated from Walden University with a Master of Science in Nursing in 2016. I completed my clinical rotations at Saint Peter’s Medical Center of NJ for OB GYN clinical rotations. I was also trained by Dr. Patel Rajankumar, a Geriatric Medicine Specialist at Family Practice clinic in Cherry Hill, NJ as well as Sunlight Medical in Willingboro, NJ Adolescent Medicine and Pediatrics. I am currently an hospitalist at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, PA.

I am a member of: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners.
National Association of Nigerian Nurse Practitioners USA.
American Association of Critical-Care Nurses.

Being the COE of Upright Healthcare LLC is an opportunity for me to give back to our community. I have been successful in fulfilling my career goals with the help of God, support from my beloved husband and my entire family.

I enjoy spending my free time reading and teaching the holy Quran. Traveling, cooking and cleaning are my hobbies. I prioritize spending quality time with my family by watching and playing soccer/basketball games. I also value giving back to the communities especially to the orphans and vulnerable elders.

Lookman K. Odejobi, MD, FACP

Board Certified in Internal Medicine

Dr. Lookman Odejobi earned both his undergraduate degree and medical degree at the University of Ilorin in Ilorin Kwara State, Nigeria, followed by post-graduate fellowship education in Lagos, Nigeria. Dr. Odejobi then came to the U.S. in 1990 to complete his residency at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, New Jersey, where he was chief resident in his final year.

Dr. Odejobi established his private practice in 2000. He is also actively involved in teaching, currently serving as a preceptor for nurse practitioner programs at Monmouth University, The College of New Jersey, and Rutgers University. He also held an appointment as Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine at Drexel College of Medicine in Philadelphia for several years.

Board certified in internal medicine, Dr. Odejobi is a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a member of the West African College of Physicians and the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria.

Dr. Odejobi participated in a medical mission to Nigeria in 2014. He enjoys volunteering and fundraising for the Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County, New Jersey.

Dr. Odejobi also enjoys jogging, running and reading.

Education:

Medical Degree: University of Ilorin, Nigeria
National Postgraduate Medical College, Nigeria: Primary Fellowship
West African Postgraduate Medical College: Primary Fellowship
Residency: Monmouth Medical Center, Internal Medicine