Bimbola Akintade PhD, earned his bachelors, masters and doctoral degrees at the University of Maryland School of Nursing UMSON). In addition, he earned an MBA and MHA from the University of Maryland University College. He is a Professor and Dean of the East Carolina University College of Nursing. He is a Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners. He is a pioneer Board Member, Research Committee Chair and Finance Committee Member of the Doctors of Nursing Practice of Color. He was also the pioneer faculty mentor for the American Association of Men in Nursing at the University of Maryland School of Nursing Chapter for 6 years.

 

A well-rounded clinician with leadership experience in a variety of settings including universities and tertiary care hospitals. Strong management and business skills grounded in evidence-based practice, clinical outcomes and a service-oriented philosophy. The impact of his work as a leader, an expert clinician and outstanding educator is evident in his various peer reviewed publications, authored book chapters as well as invited and selected presentations. His professional contributions have been recognized through several professional awards and acknowledgements.