Dr. Adeyemi Johnson

Dr. Adeyemi Sanyade Johnson, MD, MPH, FACC, FCCP, is a pioneering interventional cardiologist, healthcare leader, and philanthropist whose work has transformed cardiovascular care in Nigeria and across Africa. He is the Founder and Medical Director of First Cardiology Consultants in Lagos and the Founder of the Healthy Heart Foundation, one of Nigeria’s most impactful heart health charities.

Pioneering Achievements

Dr. Johnson performed Nigeria’s first coronary angioplasty with stent implantation and the first non-surgical closure of congenital heart defects. Under his leadership, First Cardiology Consultants has become a leading center for complex interventions, cardiac surgery, and advanced device therapy.

Healthy Heart Foundation

Through the Healthy Heart Foundation, Dr. Johnson has sponsored over 200 life-saving cardiac surgeries and procedures, 70% of them for children. The foundation also leads nationwide screening and education programs, providing access to preventive care and treatment for underserved communities.

Leadership in Crisis

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Johnson established Nigeria’s first accredited high-intensity COVID-19 ICU. His center achieved an 82% survival rate among severely ill patients—well above global benchmarks—while pioneering tele-ICU and infection control innovations.

International Recognition

He is a recognized faculty member at international conferences, including AfricaPCR (South Africa), PAFCIC (Tunisia), and Africa STEMI Live (Kenya). His research is published in leading journals such as the Journal of the American Heart Association, BMC Cardiovascular Disorders, and PLOS ONE.

Education & Training

Dr. Johnson trained at the University of Lagos, Yale University, Columbia University, and Loma Linda University. He has also completed executive education at Harvard Business School, Cornell University, and London Business School.

Awards & Recognition

He was named Physician of the Year by the Nigerian Medical Association (Lagos Chapter) in 2020, and continues to be featured in national and international media for his contributions to medicine and public health.

Dr. Johnson’s work combines pioneering clinical innovation, institution-building, and philanthropy—making him one of Africa’s most influential voices in cardiovascular medicine and healthcare leadership.