Hospital Medicine/Addiction Medicine
Maine Medical Center
South Portland, Maine
Triple board-certified in Family Medicine, Obesity Medicine, and Addiction Medicine, Dr. Seleipiri Iboroma Akobo is a Hospital Medicine physician at Maine Medical Center, and a champion for improving healthcare delivery. Dr. Akobo is passionate about health and healthcare policy, financing, prevention, and the implementation of programs that enhance quality of life. A skilled leader with almost two decades of healthcare experience in nursing, epidemiology, finance, advisory, utilization management and quality improvement, Dr. Akobo has demonstrably improved hospital finances through innovative practices, peer-to-peer reviews and documentation coaching. Dr. Akobo collaborates effectively with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive and cost-effective patient care.
Dr. Akobo is a dynamic leader and advocate whose life is a testament to her love for God, family, culture, and the pursuit of knowledge. These values are the bedrock of her life’s foundation which informs her passion for people, and her unwavering commitment to improving lives of people and communities, through her believe in the power of connection. Driven by a deep love of travel, books, and continuous learning, she has cultivated a unique understanding of the world and its diverse populations. These understanding fuels her commitment to influencing policies that positively impact lives. Dr. Akobo serves on numerous boards, lending her expertise to initiatives focused on creating a better future. She is a sought-after speaker at conferences, sharing her insights and inspiring others to action. Her contributions to academic literature, through published papers and book chapters, further demonstrates her dedication to advancing knowledge. Dr. Akobo also finds immense joy in teaching and mentoring, empowering individuals to achieve their full potential. Her dedication to creating safe spaces reflects her belief in the importance of inclusivity and belonging.
Healing Practice: Integrating Cultural Awareness into Evidence-based Addiction Treatment
Friday, April 25, 2025
1:15 PM – 2:30 PM
Disclosure(s): No financial relationships to disclose
