Ihuoma Eneli

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Dr. Ihuoma Eneli is a leading pediatric obesity researcher and clinician whose work bridges clinical care, health policy, and surgical innovation. Her research focuses on pediatric metabolic and bariatric surgery, childhood obesity prevention, and the translation of evidence-based protocols into practice. Dr. Eneli is widely recognized for her contributions to standardizing perioperative care in pediatric weight-loss surgery, most notably through her work on the "Utilization of an Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocol for pediatric metabolic and bariatric surgery" (2022, 14 citations), which has helped reduce complications and improve recovery outcomes for adolescents undergoing bariatric procedures. Her impact extends beyond individual studies; she has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and serves as a key figure in national initiatives, including the American Academy of Pediatrics’ obesity guidelines. As Director of the Center for Healthy Weight and Nutrition at Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Dr. Eneli has shaped clinical pathways used by pediatric surgeons and endocrinologists worldwide. Her work is essential reading for anyone studying pediatric obesity, surgical care optimization, or health disparities in weight management.