Ogori N Kalu, Md, Ms Email & Phone Number

Montgomery, Nj, Us

Greater New York City Area/Northern New Jersey

Founded and established the organization and served in capacity of CEO.With over 12 years of experience as a practicing breast surgeon, and anadditional six years as an independent practitioner, I have developed acomprehensive understanding of the field of oncology. As a surgical andmedical consultant, I have been recognized as a thought leader in theindustry, leveraging my robust clinical expertise to support organizationsin the development of patient-centered cancer… Show more Founded and established the organization and served in capacity of CEO.With over 12 years of experience as a practicing breast surgeon, and anadditional six years as an independent practitioner, I have developed acomprehensive understanding of the field of oncology. As a surgical andmedical consultant, I have been recognized as a thought leader in theindustry, leveraging my robust clinical expertise to support organizationsin the development of patient-centered cancer programs.>Clinical practice as Breast Surgical Oncologist>Community healthcare educator >Oncology Research Principal Investigator>Medical consultant Show less

Review, edit, and provide corrective insight to scientific manuscripts thatare admitted for publication

Provided clinical expertise on breast cancer disease progression, treatmentoptions, and the physiological side effects of these treatments. Deliveredcrucial clinical support to newly diagnosed breast cancer patients acrossthe country. Coordinated and executed key aspects of patient and communityeducation related to breast cancer.

Offered clinical expertise on breast cancer disease progression, treatmentmodalities, and the physiological side effects of these interventions.Provided clinical support to newly diagnosed breast cancer patientsnationwide. Coordinated patient and community education initiatives relatedto breast cancer. Served as Principal Investigator on research projectsfocused on breast cancer.National breast cancer foundation for young women (age 15-45). The foundation works to end… Show more Offered clinical expertise on breast cancer disease progression, treatmentmodalities, and the physiological side effects of these interventions.Provided clinical support to newly diagnosed breast cancer patientsnationwide. Coordinated patient and community education initiatives relatedto breast cancer. Served as Principal Investigator on research projectsfocused on breast cancer.National breast cancer foundation for young women (age 15-45). The foundation works to end disparities of age, stage and color. Show less

Providing clinical expertise and support to the Foundation. Conducted fundraising activities and administered patient and communityeducation and engagement programs.

Multidisciplinary group involved in the design and implementation of an educational program with the goal of reducingthe gaps in healthcare accessibility for underrepresented communities.Notable highlights of this role are:• Lend medical expertise and patient care insight to facilitate ACCC indeveloping systems to decrease disparities in cancer care. Design patient surveys and educational materials

Multidisciplinary group involved in coordinating and facilitating the development of a breast cancer educational initiative at Gilead Sciences, Inc. known as "The Medical Affairs TripleNegative Breast Cancer Trial Recruitment". This initiative was designed toinform and shape Gilead's recruitment strategy for diverse participation inTNBC studies and clinical trials.My key career highlights are as follows:• Offering expertise and insight into best possible ways to engage… Show more Multidisciplinary group involved in coordinating and facilitating the development of a breast cancer educational initiative at Gilead Sciences, Inc. known as "The Medical Affairs TripleNegative Breast Cancer Trial Recruitment". This initiative was designed toinform and shape Gilead's recruitment strategy for diverse participation inTNBC studies and clinical trials.My key career highlights are as follows:• Offering expertise and insight into best possible ways to engage andencourage participation of minority patients in clinical trials.• Development of patient surveys and educational material. Show less

Developed and implemented a comprehensive five-year plan for the State ofNJ, aimed at improving breast cancer education, screening, and access tocare for underserved and remote populations within the state.During this role, I accomplished the following milestones:• Committee comprised of clinicians, administrators, governmental officials.Aimed at establishing manual, defining 5-year plan for the State of NJ incancer care, management and outcomes. Manual encompassed… Show more Developed and implemented a comprehensive five-year plan for the State ofNJ, aimed at improving breast cancer education, screening, and access tocare for underserved and remote populations within the state.During this role, I accomplished the following milestones:• Committee comprised of clinicians, administrators, governmental officials.Aimed at establishing manual, defining 5-year plan for the State of NJ incancer care, management and outcomes. Manual encompassed multiple chapters,corresponding to major cancers that are diagnosed and treated in the Stateof NJ.• Acted as the chairperson of breast cancer group and coordinated meetings,organized and edited data, reviewed submitted materials, and submitteddrafts of the breast cancer chapter to the State for review and finaladmission into the manual. Show less

Designed and executed a pilot program with a focus on eliminatingdisparities in breast healthcare within the African American communities ofEssex County.Few of my key contributions are listed below:• Led steering committee comprising physicians, epidemiologists, local cityofficials, and administrators from three hospital systems in Newark, NJ.• Developed city wide programs in Newark, NJ, promoted breast health careand increased screening mammography. Programs… Show more Designed and executed a pilot program with a focus on eliminatingdisparities in breast healthcare within the African American communities ofEssex County.Few of my key contributions are listed below:• Led steering committee comprising physicians, epidemiologists, local cityofficials, and administrators from three hospital systems in Newark, NJ.• Developed city wide programs in Newark, NJ, promoted breast health careand increased screening mammography. Programs involved free breast cancerscreening and mammograms, educational seminars (personally organized andadministered), and community outreach via mobile unit visiting variousneighborhoods to do breast cancer screening.An endeavor to end disparities of breast health care in the African American communities in Essex County, NJ, by education on breast health Show less

Newark, New Jersey, United States

Breast SurgeonConducted Community outreach via routine educational programs and seminars.

Redwood City, Ca

I provided professional guidance to physicians and patients on the effectiveuse of electronic devices. Through my expertise in accessibility, I was ableto raise awareness among patients and promote greater understanding of theaccessibility features available to them.My key accomplishments included the following:• Provided feedback assisting in development of interactive web-basedprogram, enabling patient and physician to access key medical testingresults.

Newark, Nj

Breast surgeon, teacher, resident physician education and researchcoordinator.As the Director of Breast Cancer Clinics and Patient Educational Programs, Iwas responsible for overseeing the development and implementation ofprograms aimed at improving patient outcomes and promoting greaterunderstanding of breast cancer. One of my key responsibilities wasorganizing and leading biweekly tumor board meetings, which brought togethera multidisciplinary team to discuss… Show more Breast surgeon, teacher, resident physician education and researchcoordinator.As the Director of Breast Cancer Clinics and Patient Educational Programs, Iwas responsible for overseeing the development and implementation ofprograms aimed at improving patient outcomes and promoting greaterunderstanding of breast cancer. One of my key responsibilities wasorganizing and leading biweekly tumor board meetings, which brought togethera multidisciplinary team to discuss patient cases and assess theireligibility for clinical trials. Show less

Montclair, Nj

As a breast surgeon, I have played a pivotal role in the development andimplementation of a patient-focused, multidisciplinary approach to breastcancer care. This involved the establishment of a dedicated Breast Center,which served as a centralized hub for the delivery of comprehensive breastcancer services.As part of this initiative, I collaborated closely with the Chief MedicalOfficer, CEO, and other administrators to acquire the necessary equipmentand… Show more As a breast surgeon, I have played a pivotal role in the development andimplementation of a patient-focused, multidisciplinary approach to breastcancer care. This involved the establishment of a dedicated Breast Center,which served as a centralized hub for the delivery of comprehensive breastcancer services.As part of this initiative, I collaborated closely with the Chief MedicalOfficer, CEO, and other administrators to acquire the necessary equipmentand supportive staff to deliver optimal patient outcomes. Through myleadership, we were able to establish a culture of patient-centered carethat focused on providing personalized treatment plans, leveraging thelatest medical research and technology to achieve the best possible outcomesfor our patients. Show less

Bachelor Of Science: Biology; Bachelor Of Arts: Africana Studies

Double major, Biology and African American Studies

Master Of Science - Ms, Biochemistry And Molecular Biology

Thesis: “Characterization of 32 kilobase plasmids in clinical isolates of the Lyme disease spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi”

Doctor Of Medicine - Md

Clinical Fellowship - Breast Surgical Oncology

General Surgery Residency Program