Oluwole Akintayo, M.D.

Specializes in Family Medicine

Dr. Akintayo was born in Nigeria. His family migrated to the United States in 2002, and he now calls Calumet City, IL, his U.S hometown. He attended the University of Illinois in Chicago where he obtained his Bachelor of Science Degree in Neuroscience, and minor in Mathematics. He then attended University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine for his medical degree. His residency was initially in Emergency Medicine, but later transitioned to Family Medicine at Morehouse School of Medicine, which is affiliated with Grady Memorial hospital, Wellstar health system, and V.A Medical Center. He served as chief resident during his residency training. Dr. Akintayo is now board certified in family medicine.

Dr. Akintayo's interest is to improve the quality of life, and to preserve the life of his patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings. He is passionate about teaching and has had recurring role of teaching EKG, among other topics, to medical students, physician assistant students and to residents. He is also interested in evidence-based medicine and has participate in several journal club activities.

Dr. Akintayo is excited to join the Morehouse Department of Family Medicine and looking forward to contributing to the creation and advancement of health equity.

Title	Doctor of Family Medicine
Languages	English
Department	Family Medicine
Specialties	Family Medicine
Training	University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine; University of Illinois in Chicago
Residency	Iowa Carver College of Medicine; Morehouse School of Medicine
Hospital Affiliations
Accepting New Patients	Yes