Dr Otulana has been practising medicine since 2000 and brings over a decade of dedicated experience as an Addiction Physician. He is a highly experienced Physician with a Specialist Interest in Substance Misuse Management, with extensive expertise in the assessment, treatment, and safe detoxification of individuals facing drug and alcohol dependency. His clinical work spans a broad range of complex addiction presentations, ensuring patients receive thorough, evidence-based care tailored to their needs.
Known to many as Dr Ola, he adopts a compassionate, person-centred approach to treatment. He carefully considers each individual’s previous experiences of detoxification and rehabilitation, shaping care plans that are responsive, respectful, and clinically robust. His commitment to delivering high-quality, individualised care has consistently generated positive feedback from patients and colleagues alike.
Alongside his clinical practice, Dr Otulana has a strong background in leadership and strategic development within healthcare. He holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Cambridge University Judge Business School and has contributed to strategic decision-making, service development, and the creation of clinical protocols that enhance patient outcomes and operational effectiveness.
Dr Otulana is an Advanced Addiction Practitioner Member of Addiction Professionals and holds the Certificate in Clinical Psychopharmacology (Part 1) from the British Association for Psychopharmacology. Combining medical expertise with strategic insight, he is a well-rounded healthcare professional dedicated to advancing standards of care in addiction treatment.
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Taking the First Step Today If you are reading this, something has already shifted. Whether you are struggling with alcohol, drugs, prescription medication, or a behavioural pattern like gambling addiction, recovery is possible at every stage. Addiction is a chronic, relapsing disorder, but it responds to the right treatment, the right timing, and the right…
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