Resume of Dr. Temesgen Tilahun Bekabil

Associate Professor & Subspecialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Dr. Temesgen Tilahun Bekabil
Dr. Temesgen Tilahun Bekabil
Associate Professor & Subspecialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Associate Professor · Wollega University, Ethiopia
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  • ttamuko@yahoo.com
  • temesgentb@wollegauniversity.edu.et
  • +251 912 057 186
  • Nekemte, East Wollega, Ethiopia
  • Wollega University College of Health Sciences
  • Married, 3 children
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At a Glance

62+
Peer-Reviewed Publications
17+
Years of Experience
9 Yrs
Leadership Experience
20+
Students Mentored

Languages

EnglishExcellent
AmharicExcellent
Afaan OromoExcellent

Memberships

Ethiopian Society of OB/GYN (ESOG)
Ethiopian Medical Association
Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine
Fetal Medicine Foundation
African Perinatal Society
International Urogynecology Assoc. (IUGA)
Oromia Physician Association

Editorial Roles

Academic Editor
PLOS ONE
BMC Pregnancy & Child Health
Editorial Board Member
Ethiopian Journal of Reproductive Health
Medical & Health Sciences Research Journal
Journal of Nursing Education & Practice
Publication Committee
Int'l Urogynecology Journal / IUGA
Peer Reviewer
BMC Journals
Dove Press Journals
PLOS ONE
SAGE Journals
Wiley Journals
F1000 Research
Ethiopian J. Health Sciences
Ethiopian J. Reproductive Health

Professional Profile

A highly distinguished Associate Professor and Subspecialist in Maternal-Fetal Medicine with over 17 years of teaching, research, and clinical excellence. Dr. Bekabil holds an MD from the University of Gondar, a specialty in Obstetrics & Gynecology from Jimma University, and a subspecialty in Maternal-Fetal Medicine from Jimma University in collaboration with Claude Bernard University of Lyon, France (2026). Author of 62 peer-reviewed publications, 9-year leader, and dedicated mentor — shaping the future of women's health in Ethiopia and beyond.

62+
Publications
17+
Years Experience
9 Yrs
Leadership
20+
Students Mentored

Academic Profile

2026

Subspecialty Certificate — Maternal-Fetal Medicine

Jimma University & Claude Bernard University of Lyon, France

Highest subspecialization in obstetric medicine — the pinnacle of academic and clinical training.

2018

Associate Professor — Obstetrics & Gynecology

Wollega University, Ethiopia

Promoted for outstanding scholarly contributions and sustained teaching excellence.

2014

Assistant Professor — Obstetrics & Gynecology

Wollega University, Ethiopia

Appointed following specialty certification; began building a distinguished academic record.

2014

Specialty Certificate — Obstetrics & Gynecology

Jimma University, Ethiopia

Four-year residency training in comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care.

2009

Lecturer

Wollega University, Ethiopia

Joined as faculty member, marking the beginning of an exceptional academic career.

2007

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

University of Gondar, Ethiopia

Foundation of a career dedicated to excellence in women's health.

Clinical Experience

2015–Present

Consultant Obstetrician-Gynecologist

Wollega University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital

Over 10 years as a senior consultant providing subspecialty-level care in MFM, complex obstetrics, gynecologic surgery, and urogynecology.

2014–2015

Obstetrician-Gynecologist

Gimbie Adventist Hospital

10 months of full-scope obstetric and gynecologic practice in a mission hospital setting.

2014

Obstetrician-Gynecologist

Matu Karl Comprehensive Specialized Hospital

2-month posting providing specialist obstetric and gynecologic services.

2010–2014

OB/GYN Resident

Jimma University Medical Centre

4-year residency training in all aspects of obstetrics, gynecology, and reproductive medicine.

2007–2008

General Practitioner

Nedjo General Hospital

9-month posting as house officer; broad clinical experience in primary and emergency care.

Leadership Experience (9 Years)

2025–Present

Focal Person, Nekemte Branch

Ethiopian Society of Obstetricians & Gynecologists (ESOG)
2024–Present

Board Member

Oromia Physician Association
2020–2021

Coordinator, COVID-19 Treatment & Diagnostic Center

Wollega University
2018–2025

Chief Executive Director (Rank of Vice President)

Wollega University Institute of Health
2017–2025

Board Member & Secretary

Wollega University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital
2017–2018

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Wollega University Referral Hospital
2013/2014

Chief Resident, OB/GYN Department

Jimma University
2009–2010

HIV/AIDS Prevention & Control Coordinator

Wollega University

Core Skills

Communication & Presentation Training & Mentoring 9 Yrs Leadership Experience Team Management Conflict Resolution Research & Publication MS Project Software Medical Education Grant Writing Diagnostic Ultrasound Fetal Anomaly Screening Maternal-Fetal Medicine Academic Writing Evidence-Based Practice Quality Improvement

Awards & Recognitions

Outstanding Performance — Free Summer Service

Wollega University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital  ·  2024

Recognition for Support to Internally Displaced People

Wollega University Tumsa Lami Charity Committee  ·  2023

Extraordinary Contribution in COVID-19 Prevention & Treatment

Institutional Recognition  ·  2023

Outstanding COVID-19 Diagnostic & Treatment Centre (Institutional)

Wollega University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital  ·  2021

Recognition for Contribution to Women's Health

Wollega University Gender Office  ·  2021

Certificate of Recognition

EngenderHealth  ·  2017

Best Teaching Hospital Award (Institutional)

Oromia Regional Health Bureau  ·  2016

Best Instructor Certificate

Wollega University School of Medicine  ·  2016

Best Instructor Certificate

Wollega University School of Medicine  ·  2015

Professional Training & Certifications

2026 Android Fundamentals — Global Chapters Ethiopia
2026 AI Fundamentals — Global Chapters Ethiopia
2025 Training on Preeclampsia Screening
2025 Training on Fetal Anomalies
2025 TOT on ANC & Preconception Care
2024 Master Class for Teaching Online (edX)
2024 Science & Health — Hubei University of Medicine, China
2023 Grant Writing
2016 Gynecologic Oncology
2016 Perinatal Medicine & Diagnostic Ultrasound
2016 Transformational Leadership & Skills Development
2015 Family Planning & Abortion Care
2010 Care for Survivors of Sexual Violence
2009 Behavior Change Communication (BCC)
2009 Effective Teaching Skills
2008 Emergency Obstetric Care
2007 Comprehensive HIV Training for Physicians

Project Experience

Family Planning by Choice (FPbC)

Funded by UK's Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office — improving access to voluntary family planning services.

NORAD HIV/AIDS Prevention & Control Project (2010)

NORAD-funded project focusing on HIV/AIDS prevention, control, and awareness in Western Ethiopia.

Vision Aid Overseas (2020–2021)

Project focused on improving access to eye care and glasses in developing countries.

Major Cities Emergency & Critical Care Improvement Program — MEICIP (2022)

Funded by the Federal Ministry of Health, Ethiopia — improving emergency and critical care services in major cities.

Research Publications (62 Total)

2026
3 articles

1. Etafa W, Tilahun T, Daka DT et al. "Risk factors for surgical site infections following cesarean section in Ethiopia: umbrella review." BMC Pregnancy & Childbirth 26:523 (2026)

2. Girma A, Tilahun T & Debela DT. "Pentalogy of Cantrell with Absent Limb at Jimma University Medical Centre — Case Report." Ethiopian Journal of Reproductive Health 18(02) (2026)

3. Hambisa MA, Fite MB, Getachew RG, Tilahun T et al. "Predictors of surgical site infections following cesarean delivery in public hospitals of West Ethiopia: A cohort study." PLoS ONE 21(1):e0339930 (2026)

2025
5 articles

4. Tilahun T, Lemi DB & Gebi DJ. "Iniencephaly Clausus as a Rare Form of Complex Neural Tube Defect from Rural Ethiopia — Case Report." Ethiopian Journal of Reproductive Health 17(04) (2025)

5. Tilahun T. "Chronically retained gauze (gossypiboma) resembling a mature cystic teratoma after Cesarean delivery — Case Report." Patient Safety in Surgery 19:29 (2025)

6. Diriba DC, Tilahun T, Akuma AO et al. "Work engagement and its associated factors among nurses in hospitals of western Ethiopia." BMC Nursing 24:1254 (2025)

7. Bayisa G, Edessa D, Deyasa M, Gobena G, Obsa D, Tilahun T et al. "Enhancing senior physician-led multidisciplinary team rounds to improve patient care at Wallaga University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital." BMJ Open Quality 14:e003429 (2025)

8. Ketema B, Mesfin A, Mulugeta A, Tilahun T et al. "Improving utilisation of the WHO surgical safety checklist at Wollega University Referral Hospital: a multidimensional quality improvement project." BMJ Open Quality 14:e002599 (2025)

2024
10 articles

9. Bayisa G, Edessa D, Limenu K, Tilahun T et al. "Optimising timely and safe oxygen delivery systems for enhanced patient care: a quality improvement project at Wallaga University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital." BMJ Open Quality 14(1):e003059 (2024)

10. Mereta Z, Tilahun T, Fantahun F, Oljira R & Mosisa G. "Teenage pregnancy in rural Ethiopia: The case of Jima Arjo District, East Wallaga, Western Ethiopia." Ethiopian Journal of Reproductive Health 16(4) (2024)

11. Diriba A, Tilahun T, Gonfaa L et al. "Concordant fatal congenital anomaly in twin pregnancy: a case report and review of the literature." Journal of Medical Case Reports 18:406 (2024)

12. Abdi M, Tamiru A, Tilahun T et al. "Factors associated with human papillomavirus infections among women living with HIV in public health facilities in Western Oromia, Ethiopia." BMC Women's Health 24:423 (2024)

13. Begna O, Gemede HF, Motuma A, Tilahun T et al. "Willingness to join community-based health insurance and associated factors among households in Nekemte City, Ethiopia." Journal of Health, Population and Nutrition 43:71 (2024)

14. Regasa MT, Shibiru T, Tilahun T, Bayisa G, Negari GK. "Congenital Malaria in a 20-Day-Old Neonate: A Case Report and Literature Review." Research and Reports in Neonatology 14:39–42 (2024)

15. Diriba DC & Tilahun T. "Nurses' perception of hospital culture and readiness of evidence-based practice integration in western Ethiopia." BMC Nursing 23:103 (2024)

16. Bayisa G, Limenu K, Dugasa N, Tilahun T et al. "Pain-free hospital implementation: a multidimensional intervention to improve pain management at Wallaga University Referral Hospital, Nekemte." BMC Research Notes 17:28 (2024)

17. Tilahun T, Kebede D, Tesfaye H & Feyisa D. "Spontaneous pneumothorax during pregnancy — Case Report." Medical and Health Sciences Research Journal 1(1):05–10 (2024)

18. Diriba DC & Tilahun T. "Transforming research in Ethiopia: The case of health and medicine research." Medical and Health Sciences Research Journal 1(1):01–04 (2024)

2023
6 articles

19. Tilahun T, Nura A, Oljira R, Abera M, Mustafa J. "Spontaneous cesarean scar dehiscence during pregnancy: A case report and review of the literature." SAGE Open Medical Case Reports 11 (2023)

20. Terefa DR, Tesfaye E, Tilahun T et al. "Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the cost of chronic diseases treatment and care at public hospitals in Wallaga zones, Ethiopia." BMJ Open 13:e070195 (2023)

21. Oljira R, Tilahun T, Tiruneh G et al. "Postpartum family planning uptake and its associated factors among postpartum women in Asosa zone, Benishangul Gumuz regional state, Ethiopia." Contraception and Reproductive Medicine 8:53 (2023)

22. Oljira R, Merdassa E, Kejela G, Fentahun F, Tilahun T. "Determinants of perinatal mortality at tertiary hospitals in East Wollega, Western Ethiopia: a case-control study." Journal of International Medical Research 51(2) (2023)

23. Bayisa G, Gonfaa L, Badasa K, Tilahun T et al. "Improving medical record completeness at Wallaga University Referral Hospital: a multidimensional quality improvement project." BMJ Open Quality 13:e002665 (2023)

24. Tilahun T et al. "Coexistence of Primary Umbilical Endometriosis and Endometrial Hyperplasia: A Case Report and Review of the Literature." International Medical Case Reports Journal 16:323–328 (2023)

2022
11 articles

25. Tilahun T, Oljira R, Getahun A. "Sexual assault cases managed at a referral hospital in Western Ethiopia: A retrospective cross-sectional study." SAGE Open Medicine 10 (2022)

26. Tilahun T, Tesfaye Bekuma T, Getachew M, Oljira R, Seme A. "Perception and Experience of Youth About Sexual and Reproductive Health Services in Western Ethiopia." Health Services Insights 15 (2022)

27. Tilahun T, Bekuma TT, Getachew M et al. "Barriers and determinants of postpartum family planning uptake among postpartum women in Western Ethiopia." Archives of Public Health 80:27 (2022)

28. Temesgen D, Tilahun T, Oljira R & Etana B. "Utilization of Maternal Health Services in Western Ethiopia: A Community-Based Cross-Sectional Study." Asian Research Journal of Gynaecology and Obstetrics 8(3):22–32 (2022)

29. Ebisa T, Tilahun T et al. "Antenatal Care Service Utilization among Women who Gave Birth amid COVID-19 Pandemic in Wollega Zone, Western Ethiopia." Ethiopian Journal of Reproductive Health 14(4) (2022)

30. Tilahun T, Tadesse A, Oljira R. "Spontaneously Expelled Lippes Loop IUD After 40 Years of Use: A Case Report and Review of the Literature." International Medical Case Reports Journal 15:373–377 (2022)

31. Tesfaye B, Tilahun T, Dechasa Heyi W, Oljira R. "Associated factors of positive visual inspection of cervix with acetic acid test among women screened for cervical cancer in Woliso town, Ethiopia." SAGE Open Medicine 10 (2022)

32. Dereje L, Tilahun T, Markos J. "Determinants of successful trial of labor after a previous cesarean delivery in East Wollega, Western Ethiopia: A case-control study." SAGE Open Medicine 10 (2022)

33. Tilahun T, Oljira R, Getahun A. "Pattern of semen analysis in male partners of infertile couples in Western Ethiopia: Retrospective cross-sectional study." SAGE Open Medicine 10 (2022)

34. Tesema O, Tilahun T, Kejela G. "Determinants of uterine rupture at public hospitals of western Ethiopia: A case-control study." SAGE Open Medicine 10 (2022)

35. Tilahun T, Wakgari A, Legesse A et al. "Postpartum spontaneous vulvar hematoma as a cause of maternal near miss: a case report and review of the literature." Journal of Medical Case Reports 16:85 (2022)

2021
7 articles

36. Tilahun T & Desta D. "Successful Expectant Management of Anomalous Fetus with Sirenomelia in Twin Pregnancy: A Case Report and Literature Review." International Medical Case Reports Journal 14:229–232 (2021)

37. Birhanu Z, Ambelu A, Fufa D, Tilahun T et al. "Risk perceptions and attitudinal responses to COVID-19 pandemic: an online survey in Ethiopia." BMC Public Health 21:981 (2021)

38. G/Mariam B, Tilahun T, Merdassa E, Tesema D. "Indications, Outcome and Risk Factors of Cesarean Delivery Among Pregnant Women at Selected Public Health Institutions, Oromia Region, South West Ethiopia." Patient Related Outcome Measures 12:227–236 (2021)

39. Tilahun T & Gudina G. "Hypoglycemia as a cause of sudden cardiac arrest during cesarean delivery under spinal anesthesia: a case report and review of the literature." Journal of Medical Case Reports 15:376 (2021)

40. Tilahun T, Bekuma TT, Getachew M et al. "Assessment of access and utilization of adolescent and youth sexual and reproductive health services in western Ethiopia." Reproductive Health 18:85 (2021)

41. Firdisa G, Tilahun T, Kejela G. "Determinants of uterovaginal prolapse in Western Ethiopia." International Urogynecology Journal (2021)

42. Tilahun T, Sura B, Merdassa E. "Determinants of obstetric fistula in South-western Ethiopia." International Urogynecology Journal (2021)

2020
5 articles

43. Abdisa E, Fekadu G, Girma S, Tilahun T et al. "Self-stigma and medication adherence among patients with mental illness treated at Jimma University Medical Center, Ethiopia." International Journal of Mental Health Systems 14:56 (2020)

44. Tilahun T. "Redesigning Hospitals for Covid-19 Treatment in Resource Limited Setting: A Real Challenge." COJ Nurse Healthcare 6(3) (2020)

45. Ebisa T, Ginenus F, Bedasa T, Tilahun T et al. "The impact of antenatal care on maternal near-miss events in Ethiopia: A systematic review and meta-analysis." International Journal of Africa Nursing Sciences 13:100246 (2020)

46. Lemi K, Tilahun T, Demeke K. "Determinants of Maternal Near Miss in Western Ethiopia." Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences 30(2):161 (2020)

47. Ebo GG, Tilahun T, Heyi WD. "Cervical Cancer Screening Practice and Associated Factors in Bishoftu Town, Eastern Ethiopia." Gynecology & Obstetrics (Sunnyvale) 10:538 (2020)

2019
2 articles

48. Tilahun T, Tulu T & Dechasa W. "Knowledge, attitude and practice of cervical cancer screening and associated factors amongst female students at Wollega University, western Ethiopia." BMC Research Notes 12:518 (2019)

49. Tekelab T, Akibu M, Tagesse N, Tilahun T, Yohanes Y & Nepal S. "Neonatal mortality in Ethiopia: a protocol for systematic review and meta-analysis." Systematic Reviews 8(1):103 (2019)

2018
5 articles

50. Tilahun G, Mondal S, Mathi Vanan, Mohamud A & Tilahun T. "Effects of Aerobic Exercise on Viral Load Count among People Living with HIV/AIDS in Nekemte, Ethiopia." (2018)

51. Bekabil TT. "Uterine Rupture among Women who Gave Birth at Nekemte Referral Hospital: Case Control Study." Biology and Medicine (Aligarh) 10:430 (2018)

52. Ayza A, Tilahun T, Bedada D. "Magnitude and Obstetric Complications of Twin Deliveries at Nekemte Referral Hospital, Western Ethiopia: Facility-based Case Control Study." Biology and Medicine (Aligarh) 11:454 (2018)

53. Habtamu R, Tilahun T & Hasen A. "Utilization of partograph and associated factors among obstetric care givers in hospitals of Western Oromia, Ethiopia, 2017." Panacea Journal of Medical Sciences 8(1):21–24 (2018)

54. Bekabil T & Erena BE. "Successful Expectant Management of Cotwin Death in Septate Uterus — Case Report." Journal of Clinical Case Reports 8:1086 (2018)

2016
1 article

55. Worku D, Tilahun T & Gemechu G. "Knowledge, attitude and practice of cervical cancer screening among women aged 15–49 years in Bishoftu town, Ethiopia, 2016." Ethiopian Journal of Reproductive Health 10(2):42–52 (2016)

2015
7 articles

56. Tilahun T. "Vaginal Leech Infestation: A Rare Cause of Hypovolemic Shock in Postmenopausal Woman." Ethiopian Journal of Health Sciences 25(4):377 (2015)

57. Tilahun T & Segni H. "Anencephalic Twins: Rare Occurrence in Twin Pregnancy." Gynecology & Obstetrics (Sunnyvale) 5:287 (2015)

58. Bekabil TT & Geleta US. "Antepartum Hemorrhage as Unusual Presentation of Advanced Abdominal Pregnancy." Gynecology & Obstetrics (Sunnyvale) 5:268 (2015)

59. Bekabil TT. "Recurrent preeclampsia and breech presentation in term pregnancy: the case of didelphic uterus." International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology 4(3):855–858 (2015)

60. Tilahun T et al. "Perinatal complication of twin deliveries at Jimma University Specialized Hospital, South West Ethiopia: A facility-based cohort study." Science, Technology and Arts Research Journal 4(1):134–138 (2015)

61. Bekabil TT, Tsaedu FA, Debelew GT. "Maternal complications of twin deliveries in Jimma University Specialized Hospital, Southwest Ethiopia: A facility-based cohort study." Gaziantep Medical Journal 21(2):84–89 (2015)

62. Tilahun T, Araya F & Tura G. "Incidence and risk factors of twin pregnancy at Jimma University Specialized Hospital, South West Ethiopia." Epidemiology 5:188 (2015)

Books & Educational Materials

Lecture Note: "History Taking and Physical Examination in Obstetrics and Gynecology for Medicine and Other Health Science Students" — authored for use at Wollega University College of Health Sciences.

References

Dr. Tesfaye Lema
President, Wollega University
+251 907 060 946 t.lemma41@yahoo.com
Dr. Diriba Diba
Vice President, Wollega University
+251 960 063 800 diriba.diba@wgu.edu.et
Dr. Hailemariam Segni
President, Ethiopian Society of OB/GYN & VP, AFOG
+251 911 408 061 abiami1064@gmail.com
Dr. Belayneh Lata
President, Oromia Physician Association
+251 910 131 715 belayneh.leta@yahoo.com
Dr. Meseret Belete
CED, Wollega University Institute of Health
+251 998 002 210 meseretbelete70@gmail.com
Dr. Bikila Lemi
Dept. Head OB/GYN, Wollega University
+251 917 055 77 biki-kiyya@hotmail.com

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