Dr. David Ajibade, MBBS (MD), MMgt
Dr. David Ajibade, MBBS (MD), MMgt, is a physician, educator, and military veteran dedicated to advancing brain health and neurological care globally. He is the founder and medical director of Brain and Body Solutions, Ltd., an integrated health center in Abuja, Nigeria, and the executive director of Brain and Body Foundation LLC, a non-profit organization operating in both Nigeria and the U.S. Since 2013, Dr. Ajibade has helped patients, families, and healthcare leaders tackle complex neurological challenges, from neurodevelopmental disorders in children to neurodegenerative diseases in adults, using science-backed, practical solutions that work even in resource-limited settings.
A pioneer in nutraceutical and nutrient-based therapies, Dr. Ajibade has treated thousands of patients, achieving significant improvements in mental, neurological, and physical health. He currently leads a landmark study on the use of Vitamin D3 in treating sickle cell disease, with early results showing transformative implications for patient care both in Nigeria and globally. Through his innovative Building Strength Approach, hundreds of patients have regained cognitive and physical function, demonstrating the brain’s capacity to heal when supported with the right care, environment, and nutrition.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Ajibade is a prominent educator and media host, creating nationally broadcast programs such as Your Health in Your Hands, which raise awareness about preventive health, chronic neurological conditions, and brain health advocacy. His work has earned numerous awards, including Top 100 in Health and Wellness, Best Health TV Show in Africa, and Nigeria’s Most Respected CEO Award, and he has been featured in Marquis Who’s Who in America and Baltimore Magazine’s Game Changers Edition. A devout Christian, he enjoys pickleball, chess, travel, and movies, bringing the same passion and dedication to his personal life as he does to his professional endeavors.
• Oral Roberts University-(MMgt), Business Administration and Management, General
2002 – 2004
• Certified Practitioner in Anti-inflammatory Nutrition
• Impact Africa Summit Awards – Best Health Show on TV in Africa (2021)
• American Neurological Association – Member (Jan 2022 – Present)
• Brain and Body Foundation, Inc. - Founder and Executive Director
Possible Effects of Nutraceuticals in the Management of Some Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Nigerian Children – National Institutes of Health (NIH) and Annals of Ibadan Postgraduate Medicine
Possible Effects of Nutraceuticals in the Management of Some Neurodevelopmental Disorders in Nigerian Children – Europe PMC
Preliminary Report on the Use of Nutraceuticals in the Management of Sickle Cell Anemia – Journal of Food and Nutritional Disorders
Powerful People Lead Healthy Lifestyles (Published June 2007)
Explores the spiritual, emotional, psychological, and physical factors that determine overall health.
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Neurology & Brain Health
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most about practicing medicine is helping patients regain their health and hope, especially from conditions which had seemed hopeless.