About Dr. Aishatu Yushau Armiyau

Professor of Psychiatry & Medical Director - A distinguished leader in mental health care, research, and education

Complete Curriculum Vitae

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Professional Overview

Prof. Aishatu Yusha'u Armiya'u is a distinguished Professor of Psychiatry at Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi, and currently serves as the Medical Director of Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kaduna. She is also a Visiting Research Professor at Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare, Bauchi State.

With over 15 years of exceptional experience in psychiatric care, she has made significant contributions to mental health research, forensic psychiatry, and healthcare leadership. Her expertise spans across clinical psychiatry, addiction psychology, psychoeducation, treatment methodologies, and mental health policy development.

Dr. Armiya'u is a results-driven, client-centered professional with strong interpersonal skills and a proven track record of engaging stakeholders across cultural boundaries. She has the remarkable capacity to inspire teams and create powerful collaborative networks for exceptional healthcare outcomes.

Education

PhD, MBA, MSc, FMCPsych, FWACP

Experience

15+ Years in Psychiatric Care

Publications

100+ Research Papers

Leadership

Medical Director & Professor

Current Positions

Leadership roles in prestigious healthcare institutions

Medical Director

Federal Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Kaduna

August 2022 - Present

Chief Executive Officer and Accounting Officer responsible for overall hospital management and strategic direction.

Professor of Psychiatry

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University, Bauchi

March 2022 - Present

Teaching, research, and training medical students in mental health and psychiatric care.

Visiting Research Professor

Federal University of Health Sciences, Azare

February 2023 - Present

Research collaboration, mental health advocacy, and capacity building initiatives.

Educational Qualifications & Professional Credentials

Advanced degrees and professional certifications

Advanced Degrees

  • Master of Arts in Public Policy (MAPP) - O.P. Jindal Global University (In view)
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA) - National Institute of Business Management
  • Doctor of Philosophy in Psychiatry (PhD) - Universidad Central De Nicaragua
  • Master of Science (MSc), Forensic Psychology and Criminal Investigation - University of Liverpool (MERIT)
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Education (PGDE) - University of Ilorin
  • Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) - Bayero University Kano

Professional Fellowships & Certifications

  • Fellowship in Psychiatry (FMCPsych) - National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria
  • Fellowship in Psychiatry (FWACP) - West Africa College of Physicians
  • Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health (LMIH) - University of Washington
  • Certificate in Fundamentals of Implementation Science - University of Washington
  • International Federation of Psychiatric Associations (IFAPA) - USA
  • Nigerian Institute of Management (Chartered) MNIM
  • Institute of Leadership, Assessment and Development (FILAD)

Areas of Expertise

Specialized skills and research interests

Clinical Psychiatry
Addiction Psychology
Psychoeducation
Treatment Planning
Psychopathology
Mental Illness Management
Case Management
Psychopharmacology
Comorbidity Assessment
Pain Management
Forensic Psychiatry
Community Psychiatry
Research Methodology
Healthcare Leadership
Policy Development

Expert Psychiatric Care & Consultation

Benefit from decades of experience in mental health care, research, and healthcare leadership.