Aproko Doctor
Nigerian doctor (born 1990)
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Egemba Chinonso Fidelis (born 26 October 1990) popularly known as Aproko Doctor, is a Nigerian doctor, health influencer and an actor.[1] He is the founder of Healthy Brands and 100K Club, a non-profit organisation.[2]
26 October 1990
Aproko Doctor | |
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| Born | Egemba Chinonso Fidelis 26 October 1990 Imo State, Nigeria |
| Education | Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka |
| Occupation | Medical doctor |
| Years active | 2017–present |
Career
Since childhood, Egemba nursed the dream of becoming a medical doctor. He began his medical career in 2016, as a resident doctor in Imo State University Teaching Hospital.[3]
A year after, he moved back to Lagos with the hopes of securing better job opportunities.[4] In 2017, he started sharing health nuggets and wellness tips on social media under the brand name "Aproko Doctor".[5] He is best known for breaking down medical situations using humour and storytelling. In 2020, he founded the 100K Club, a non-profit organisation that gives support to Nigerians who need health assistance.[6] He is a three-time winner of the Trendupp Awards and a two-time winner of the Pulse Influencer Awards.[7][8]
Filmography
In 2022, Egemba featured in "Strain", a Nigerian Netflix movie that raises awareness on Sickle Cell Anemia. He starred alongside Bimbo Akintola, Shushu Abubakar, Alex Usifo, Gloria Anozie-Young.[9][10]
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Result | Ref |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | PSHAN | Health Influencer of the Year | Won | [11][12] |
| Trenduup Awards | The Force of Wellness | Won | [13] | |
| 2022 | Won | [14] | ||
| The Future Awards Africa | Prize for Health and Wellness | Nominated | [15] | |
| Pulse Influencer Awards | Health and Fitness Influencer of The Year | Won | [16] | |
| 2021 | Trenduup Awards | The Force of Wellness | Won | |
| 2020 | Impact Africa Summit | Health Influence on Media | Won | [17][18] |
Personal life
In June 2020, Egemba married Chiamaka Nwakalor. In December 2022, he revealed his struggle with a brain tumour "Craniopharyngioma" which required surgery.[19][20][21]