Nigerian Doctor Bolu Ogunyemi Elected President of the Canadian Medical Association

Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, a Nigerian-born dermatologist and medical professor, has been elected President of the Canadian Medical Association, set to assume the role in May 2026 following his tenure as President-elect.

Dr. Bolu Ogunyemi, a Nigerian-born clinical associate professor of medicine at Memorial University of Newfoundland, has been elected as the President of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA).

Ogunyemi, a practicing medical dermatologist in St. John’s, Newfoundland, and a visiting specialist in Labrador City since 2018, secured the position following an election held from November 20 to December 4, 2024. Eligible members in Newfoundland and Labrador chose between Ogunyemi and Dr. Susan MacDonald, a prominent advocate for palliative care.

With over 15 years of experience in medical leadership, Ogunyemi expressed his commitment to addressing critical challenges in the healthcare system. “As CMA president-elect, I will advocate for a unified profession, a strong healthcare system, and healthier communities,” he stated after his victory.

Following approval at the CMA Annual General Meeting in May 2025, Ogunyemi will officially take on the role of President-elect before serving as President for a one-year term starting in May 2026.

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SOURCES: ALLSCHOOL, DAILY POST