With a rich background in both clinical and academic settings, Dr. Popoola has held key roles such as Assistant Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Missouri and has been a longstanding provider of telepsychiatry services, enhancing access to mental health care across the country. His clinical expertise spans emergency psychiatry, addiction treatment, and sleep medicine, and he is actively engaged in treating complex mental health issues related to mood disorders, trauma, and substance use.

Dr. Popoola’s academic credentials include a Doctor of Medicine (MBBS) from the University of Ilorin College of Health Sciences in Nigeria, a Master of Public Health (MPH) in Health Management and Policy from the University of North Texas Health Science Center, and a Psychiatry Residency from the University of Missouri in Columbia. His research interests have led to valuable contributions in the areas of mental health treatment and opioid addiction, evidenced by multiple publications and presentations in peer-reviewed journals and at conferences.

In addition to his clinical and academic work, Dr. Popoola is deeply involved in volunteerism. He serves as the President of the Board of Directors for Master Mind Recovery, a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing recovery services for individuals facing homelessness and substance use disorders. He is also the Vice President of the New Testament Christian Mission – USA, further demonstrating his commitment to giving back to the community.