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Abimbola O Famuyide M B B S

GynecologistChair, Obstetrics, Minnesota

Departments

Obstetrics and Gynecology

Location

Rochester Minnesota

Languages

English

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Biographical summary

Dr. Famuyide is a minimally invasive gynecologic surgeon. He completed residency training at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and is Board Certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

He holds an appointment in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology with a joint appointment in the Department of Surgery. He provides care for women with benign gynecologic conditions.

His clinical areas of expertise include: Management of abnormal uterine bleeding Surgical removal of uterine fibroids, uterine polyps, ovarian cysts Uterine septum Deinfibulation In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Famuyide is active in research.

He is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology having authored more than 140 peer-reviewed manuscripts, abstracts, letters and non-peer reviewed articles. His areas of interest include outcomes research in abnormal uterine bleeding, benign gynecologic endoscopic surgery, and obstetric safety.

Conditions treated

AdenomyosisAdnexal tumorsCervical dysplasiaChronic pelvic painEndometriosisImperforate hymenLower genital tract dysplasiaMenorrhagiaMenstrual crampsOvarian cystPostmenopausal bleedingSeptate uterusUterine anomalyUterine fibroidUterine polypsVaginal septumVulvar dysplasia

Procedures performed

AblationCO-2 laser treatmentColposcopyConizationDiagnostic hysteroscopyDiagnostic laparoscopyEndometrial ablationEndometriosis surgeryGynecological surgeryHysteroscopyIntrauterine device methodLoop electrosurgical excision procedureMinimally invasive surgeryMyomectomyPelvic examPolypectomyRadiofrequency ablation

Interests

Minimally invasive gynecological surgeryOffice hysteroscopyAbnormal uterine bleedingObstetric safety

Mayo Clinic locations

Rochester Minnesota

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Billing & insurance Accessibility services

Education

2018CertificateWhitney MacMillan Physician Leadership Business Academy2002Resident - Obstetrics and GynecologyMayo Clinic in Rochester1998Internship - Family MedicineUniversity of Wisconsin1993Resident - Obstetrics & GynecologyCentral Sheffield Hospital1989Resident - General PracticeDuro Soleye Hospital1986InternshipUniversity of Ibadan, University College Hospital1985MD - MedicineUniversity of Ibadan, University College HospitalShow more education

Activities and honors

Certifications

2004Obstetrics & GynecologyAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology1992Obstetrics & GynecologyRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists

Awards and honors

2019Contributions as a member of the MN Medical Faculty License TeamMayo Clinic Excellence Through Teamwork Award2017Recognized ReviewerAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology2016Recognized ReviewerThe Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology2016Outstanding ReviewerAmerican Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology2016Outstanding ReviewerThe Journal of Minimally Invasive Gynecology2016OB Nest - A Novel Approach to Prenatal Care (2nd Prize Paper)Obstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)2016America's Top Doctors (ranked top 1% of Ob/Gyn Physicians in the US)Castle Connolly2016Top 10% Peer Reviewer among 1,219 refereesObstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)2015Central Prize Award for Best PaperCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists2015Top 10% Peer Reviewer among 1,144 refereesObstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)2014Top 10% Peer Reviewer among 1,420 refereesObstetrics & Gynecology (Green Journal)2011MacMillan ScholarshipOffice of Leadership and Organization Development, Department of Education Administration2011Charles S. Field Award - Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic2011Best Poster Presentation AwardAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists2011Donald F. Richardson Memorial Scientific Prize Paper AwardAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)2011Best Doctors in MinnesotaBest Doctors in Minnesota - Minnesota Monthly Magazine2009America's Top Doctors (ranked top 1% of Ob/Gyn Physicians in the US)Castle Connolly2009The Young Investigator AwardCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists2009Donald F.

Richardson Memorial Scientific Prize Paper AwardAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG)2008Charles S. Field Award- Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic2008Jerome J. Hoffman Award Postgraduate Prize Paper (3rd place)American Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists2005Charles S.

Field Award- Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic2005Inducted as FellowRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists2004Charles S. Field Award- Awarded by the graduating residents to those consultants who inspired by their commitment to excellence, teaching, diligence and humanityMayo Clinic2003Excellence in Teaching Recognition - Department of Obstetrics and GynecologyMayo Clinic2002The 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 Administration2001LM Randall Travel Award for Outstanding PerformanceAwarding Organization1998Wyeth Award for Best CREOG scores for 3 consecutive yearsAwarding Organization1985Division of Surgery ScholarAwarding Organization1974Government ScholarAwarding OrganizationShow more awards and honors

Professional memberships

2022 - presentPresidentThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology2021 - presentBoard of DirectorsAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology2021 - presentMemberRochester Smart Hospital of the Future (SmHoF) Advisory Group2020 - presentMemberSearch Committee for President of MCHS2020 - presentElected Member, Governing CouncilAmerican Gynecological & Obstetrical Society2020Member, Search Committee for Department of Ophthalmology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2020Member, Search Committee for Department of Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2020 - presentTask Force ChairCenter for Regenerative Medicine Strategic Task Force - Independent Multidisciplinary Practice2020 - presentQualifying Examination CommitteeAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology2020 - presentPresident ElectThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology2020 - presentQualifying Examination Development Committee MemberAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology2019Member, Department of Cardiovascular Surgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2019Member, Department of Surgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2019Chair, President of Platform Search CommitteeMayo Clinic Enterprise2019 - presentMemberChief Digital Officer Search Committee2019 - presentBoard MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology2019Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee2019 - presentMember, Executive CommitteeCenter for Regenerative Medicine - Independent Multidisciplinary Practice2019Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee2019Member, Search Committee for Department of Radiology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2019Member, Search Committee for Department of Radiation Oncology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2019 - presentBoard of DirectorsThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)2019Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee2019Member, Search Committee for Department of Family Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2019 - presentMemberEnterprise Taskforce for Research Engagement of Departments/Divisions2018 - presentTask Force MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)2018Member, Search Committee for Division of General Internal Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2018Member, Search Committee for Department of Anatomy Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2018 - presentActive FellowAmerican Gynecologic & Obstetrical Society (AGOS)2018 - presentBoard of Trustees MemberRonald McDonald House2018Site Visit AdvisorThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)2018 - presentNominating Committee MemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology (SASGOG)2017Chair, Search Committee for Department of Cardiovascular Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2017Member, Search Committee for Department of Emergency Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2017ChairEnterprise Associate Dean for Diversity & Inclusion Search Committee2016Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee2016Member, Search Committee for Dermatology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2016Member, Search Committee for Department of Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2016 - presentMemberSurgical and Procedural Committee2016 - presentChairOB/GYN Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology2016 - 2022MemberThe Council of University Chairs of Obstetrics and Gynecology (CUCOG)2016 - presentChairOB/GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2016 - presentMemberSurgical Services Surgical and Procedural Committee, Department of Surgery2016 - presentMemberDepartment Chairs2016 - presentMemberMedical Department Chairs Forum2016 - presentCommittee MemberProgram Committee, Central Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists2015Member, Search Committee for Department of Immunology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2015Member, Search Committee for Anesthesiology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2015 - 2018MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists Scientific Program Committee2015Chair, Special Appeals CommitteePersonnel Committee2014Member, Search Committee for Department of Neurosurgery Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2014Member, Search Committee for Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2014 - presentChairMayo Clinic Enterprise Chaperone Policy Task Force2014Member, Search Committee for Department of Pediatric & Adolescent Medicine Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2014Member, Search Committee for Children's Center Director SearchPersonnel Committee2014Member, Search Committee for Department of Neurology Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2014Member, Search Committee for Department of Physiology Biomedical Engineering Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2014 - presentMemberThe Society for Academic Specialists in General Obstetrics and Gynecology2014Member, Search Committee for Department of Orthopedic Chair SearchPersonnel Committee2014 - 2020MemberPersonnel Committee2014 - 2015LeaderChildren's Hospitals' Solutions for Patient Safety2014 - 2015PresidentContinental Gynecologic Society2014 - presentMemberMinnesota Department of Health Steering Committee on Ebola Ethics and Response2013 - presentMemberAccess Executive Subcommittee2013 - 2016MemberSurgical Practice Chairs Forum2013 - 2016MemberOutpatient Practice Subcommittee2013 - 2016MemberMortality Case Review Subcommittee2013 - presentMemberSociety of Laparoendoscopic Surgeons2012 - presentChair and OrganizerClinical Practice Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2012 - presentChair and OrganizerClinical Practice Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2012 - 2016MemberPractice Chairs Forum2012 - presentChairPeer Review Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2011 - 2014Chair and OrganizerMidwest Integration, ObGyn Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2011 - 2016Vice ChairOB/GYN Specialty Council, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology2011 - 2014Chair and CoordinatorOb/Gyn Master Planning2011 - 2014MemberRMH Surgical Space Master Planning Committee2011 - 2012ChairIntegration Task Force, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2011 - presentOral ExaminerAmerican Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology2009MemberKnowledge Content Board - Women's Health/Obstetrics & Gynecology, AskMayoExpert2009MemberChartless Steering Group, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2009 - presentExpert ConsultantAskMayoExpert2009 - presentBoard of DirectorsContinental Gynecologic Society2007 - 2009Inaugural ChairpersonPractice and Quality Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2006 - 2008MemberWomen's Health Executive Subcommittee2006 - presentMemberContinental Gynecologic Society2005 - presentFellowRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists2005 - presentFellowAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists2004 - 2007Inaugural ChairpersonQuality & Safety Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2004 - 2007Departmental LiaisonMayo Clinic Clinical Practice Committee2004 - 2008MemberClinical Practice Quality Oversight Subcommittee2004 - 2008MemberSurgical Quality Assessment and Improvement Subcommittee2004 - presentMemberOB/GYN Executive Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2003 - presentActive MemberCentral Association of Obstetricians and Gynecologists2003 - 2008MemberResearch Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2003 - 2004Secretary GeneralAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists2003 - presentMemberZumbro Valley Medical Society, Minnesota Medical Association2002 - presentMemberObstetrics Administrative Committee, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2002 - presentMemberAmerican Association of Gynecologic Laparoscopists2001 - 2004Board MemberAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists2001 - 2002Administrative Chief ResidentResidency Program, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology2001 - 2002Continuing Medical Education Course DirectorAmerican Representative Committee, Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists1998 - presentMemberAmerican College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists1992 - presentMemberRoyal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists MemberMinority & Cross Cultural Affairs Committee, Minnesota Medical AssociationShow more professional memberships

Publications

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Research activities

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