Mr. Befekadu Tesfaye Oyato is a Lecturer and NICU Desk Head at Salale University, Ethiopia 🏥. With an MSc in Maternity and Neonatal Health, he has published 15+ journal articles and authored a book 📘. His research focuses on maternal, neonatal, and public health 👶. Befekadu has served as a peer reviewer for prestigious journals like BMJ Open and BMC Public Health 📝. He is a rising contributor to clinical research and healthcare improvement in Ethiopia 🇪🇹.

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🎓 Early Academic Pursuits

Mr. Befekadu Tesfaye Oyato was born in Ethiopia on April 1, 1998, and has pursued an inspiring academic path. He earned his BSc in Midwifery from Arba Minch University (CGPA: 3.90/4), followed by an MSc in Maternity and Neonatal Health from Salale University (CGPA: 3.98/4). His educational journey is marked by deep commitment to maternal and neonatal health, enriched by continuous learning such as certificates from WHO, UNICEF, and BMJ.

💼 Professional Endeavors

Mr. Befekadu began his professional career in 2019 as a Graduate Assistant II in the Midwifery Department of Salale University. Over the years, he progressed to Assistant Lecturer, Lecturer, and NICU Desk Head at Salale University Comprehensive Specialized Hospital. His leadership in NICU involves performance monitoring, staff management, and quality improvement initiatives that underscore his dedication to neonatal care.

🔬 Contributions and Research Focus On Child health 

Befekadu has significantly contributed to maternal, child, and neonatal health through academic and clinical work. With over 20 research projects and 15 journal articles published in reputed outlets like BMJ Open, Frontiers in Pediatrics, and Scientific Reports, his work spans maternal health, reproductive health, pediatrics, and public health. His authored book, “Effect of Women’s Education on Infant Mortality in Ethiopia” (ISBN: 978-620-6-16725-9), highlights the intersection of education and health outcomes.

🌍 Impact and Influence

His impact resonates through both academia and healthcare. As a peer reviewer for journals like BMJ Open, Cureus, and BMC Pediatrics, Befekadu ensures the integrity of scholarly research. His mentorship has shaped competent midwives, and his clinical leadership at the NICU supports vulnerable newborns daily. His expertise in health data analytics supports evidence-based policy and care interventions.

🧠 Research Skills

Befekadu is proficient in:

• Mixed-methods and survival analysis research

• Health data collection and statistical interpretation

• Systematic reviews and meta-analysis

• Clinical trial reporting

• Designing evidence-based clinical protocols
  These skills empower his research and clinical initiatives, making him a standout contributor to maternal and child health advancement.

🏅 Awards and Honors

Befekadu has earned peer reviewer recognition from:

• Springer Nature – BMC Public Health & Pediatrics (2025)

• BMJ Open (2024)

• Cureus Journal of Medical Science (2024)
  Additionally, he received a Higher Diploma Training Certificate from Salale University and holds multiple WHO and UNICEF certifications related to emergency response and maternal care.

🏛️ Legacy and Future Contributions

Befekadu’s legacy lies in his unwavering commitment to neonatal care and maternal health research in Ethiopia. With ambitions to expand his impact through international collaboration and higher academic pursuits, he envisions influencing health systems beyond Ethiopia. His leadership at Salale University and contribution to global literature position him as a future authority in reproductive health and pediatrics.

Publications Top Notes

Perinatal mortality of singleton term breech deliveries in North Shoa Zone, Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Journal: International Journal of Gynecology & Obstetrics (2025)
DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.70230
👶⚠️ (Perinatal care & risk)

Time to recovery of neonatal sepsis and its predictors
Journal: BMC Infectious Diseases (2025)
DOI: 10.1186/s12879-025-10525-1
🧪👼 (Neonatal infection research)

Acceptance Level and Associated Factors of Immediate Post-Partum Intrauterine Contraceptive Device
Journal: Science Journal of Public Health (2024)
DOI: 10.11648/j.sjph.20241204.13
🧷👩‍⚕️ (Postpartum contraception)

Determinants of puerperal sepsis among postpartum women
Journal: BMJ Open (2024)
DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-083230
🩺🦠 (Maternal infection study)

Practice of breast self-examination among women in the North Shoa Zone
Journal: BMJ Open (2024)
DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073951
🩻🧠 (Women’s health awareness)

Time to initiation of antenatal care and its predictors in Ethiopia
Journal: BMJ Open (2024)
DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-075965
⏰🤰 (Maternal care timing)

Time to death and its predictors among under-five children
Journal: Journal of Pediatrics & Neonatal Care (2024)
DOI: 10.15406/jpnc.2024.14.00539
📉🧒 (Child survival analysis)

Effective breastfeeding techniques and associated factors
Journal: Journal of Pediatrics & Neonatal Care (2024)
DOI: 10.15406/jpnc.2024.14.00538
🍼👩‍🍼 (Breastfeeding study)

Exploring enablers and barriers to breast self-examination
Journal: Scientific Reports (2023)
DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-44808-x
🔍🧬 (Qualitative women’s health)

Knowledge on gestational diabetes mellitus among pregnant women
Journal: BMJ Open (2023)
DOI: 10.1136/bmjopen-2023-073339
🍬🤰 (Diabetes & pregnancy)

Time to Death and Its Predictors Among Infants in Ethiopia
Journal: Pediatric Health, Medicine and Therapeutics (2023)
DOI: 10.2147/PHMT.S402154
📊👶 (Infant mortality research)

Metabolic syndrome among people living with HIV in Ethiopia
Journal: Diabetology & Metabolic Syndrome (2023)
DOI: 10.1186/s13098-023-01034-9
🧬💉 (Chronic disease & HIV)