Professor Danjuma Sale in clinical setting
Professor Danjuma Sale at Epson Hospital
Professor Danjuma Sale in operating room
First Indigenous Professor of Neurosurgery in Kaduna State

Professor Danjuma Sale

MBBS, FWACS, FACS

Professor of Neurosurgery at Kaduna State University College of Medicine. Chief Consultant Neurosurgeon at Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital. Pioneering world-class neurosurgical care and reversing medical tourism across Africa.

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Professor Danjuma Sale
About

A Journey of Excellence

From humble beginnings in Southern Kaduna to becoming the first indigenous Professor of Neurosurgery in Kaduna State.

Professor Danjuma Sale's remarkable journey is a testament to dedication, skill, and an unwavering commitment to advancing neurosurgical care in Africa. With fellowship training in Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery from the United States, he brings world-class expertise to every procedure.

As the Medical Director of Epson Specialist Hospital and Chief Consultant Neurosurgeon at Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital, Professor Sale is on a mission to deliver internationally acclaimed neurosurgical care locally—reversing medical tourism and building Africa's neurosurgical capacity one patient at a time.

"My mission is to ensure that no African has to travel abroad for neurosurgical care that we can provide right here at home."
The Journey

Milestones of Impact

A career defined by groundbreaking achievements and unwavering dedication to neurosurgical excellence.

Early Career
Medical Education & Training
Graduated with MBBS and embarked on specialized training in surgery, laying the foundation for a distinguished career in neurosurgery.
Fellowship
U.S. Fellowship Training
Completed advanced fellowship training in Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery in the United States, mastering cutting-edge techniques.
FWACS, FACS
International Fellowship Recognition
Earned Fellowship of the West African College of Surgeons (FWACS) and Fellowship of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), establishing global credibility.
Leadership
Chief Consultant & Medical Director
Appointed Chief Consultant Neurosurgeon at Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital and founded Epson Specialist Hospital as Medical Director.
Historic Achievement
First Indigenous Professor of Neurosurgery
Made history as the first indigenous Professor of Neurosurgery in Kaduna State at Kaduna State University College of Medicine.
Clinical Expertise

Subspecialties & Procedures

Comprehensive neurosurgical expertise spanning minimally invasive techniques, complex tumor resections, and innovative spine procedures.

Keyhole Brain Surgery

Minimally invasive approach using small incisions and specialized instruments to access brain lesions, reducing recovery time and complications.

Skull Base & Pituitary Surgery

Endoscopic skull base surgery for pituitary tumors, acoustic neuromas, and other skull base pathologies using advanced endonasal approaches.

Brain Tumor Surgery

Microsurgical resection of brain tumors including gliomas, meningiomas, and metastatic tumors with maximum safe resection techniques.

Spine Tumor Surgery

Comprehensive management of spinal cord tumors and metastatic spine disease using microsurgical and stabilization techniques.

Pediatric Neurosurgery

Specialized care for children with hydrocephalus, brain tumors, spina bifida, and other congenital neurological conditions.

Spine Trauma & Degenerative

Treatment of spinal fractures, disc herniation, spinal stenosis, and degenerative spine conditions with modern surgical approaches.

Delivering world-class neurosurgical care locally, reversing medical tourism, and building Africa's neurosurgical capacity for generations to come.
Academic & Research

Global Research Impact

Advancing neurosurgical knowledge through rigorous research, international collaborations, and publication in leading medical journals.

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The Lancet
Global Neurosurgery: The Unmet Need
The Lancet Neurology • Featured Publication
BJS
Surgical Outcomes in Low-Resource Settings
British Journal of Surgery • Research Article
World Neurosurgery
Endoscopic Approaches to Skull Base Surgery in Africa
World Neurosurgery • Original Research
Anaesthesia
Perioperative Care in Neurosurgical Patients
Anaesthesia Journal • Clinical Study
Google Scholar The Lancet Anaesthesia British Journal of Surgery World Neurosurgery
Epson Specialist Hospital

World-Class Care

A state-of-the-art medical facility delivering internationally acclaimed neurosurgical and specialist healthcare services.

Excellence in Specialist Healthcare. Pioneering minimally invasive neurosurgical procedures in Northern Nigeria.

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Neurosurgery
Cardiology
Diagnostics
Inpatient Care
Location
Kaduna, Nigeria
Hours
24/7 Emergency Services
Contact
Available for appointments
Media & Recognition

Awards & Milestones

Recognition of excellence in neurosurgical practice, research contributions, and leadership in African healthcare.

Award
First Indigenous Professor of Neurosurgery
Kaduna State University
Fellowship
U.S. Fellowship in Minimally Invasive Neurosurgery
Advanced Training
Recognition
2600+ Research Citations
Global Impact
FWACS
Fellow, West African College of Surgeons
FACS
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
MBBS
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
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Whether you're seeking a second opinion, need specialized neurosurgical care, or want to discuss a complex case, Professor Sale and his team are here to help.

Primary Practice
Epson Specialist Hospital, Kaduna
Teaching Hospital
Barau Dikko Teaching Hospital

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