Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Teaching Hospital formerly known as Igbinedion University Teaching Hospital is a medical facility located in Okada, Edo State, Nigeria.[1][2] It is affiliated with Igbinedion University and serves as a significant center for medical education, patient care, and research in the region.[3][4]
| Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Teaching Hospital | |
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| Geography | |
| Location | Okada, Edo State, Nigeria |
| Coordinates | 6°43′08″N 5°22′37″E / 6.7189°N 5.37704°E |
| Organisation | |
| Type | Teaching |
| Affiliated university | Igbinedion University |
| History | |
| Former name(s) | Igbinedion University Teaching Hospital (IUTH) |
| Opened | May 1993 |
| Links | |
| Lists | Hospitals in Nigeria |
History
editThe hospital was founded in May 1993 by Sir Gabriel Osawaru Igbinedion as a crucial component of the Igbinedion University.[5]
In 2020, Professor Bazuaye Nosakhare was appointed as Chief Medical Director of the hospital.[6]
Renaming to Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Teaching Hospital
editThe Igbinedion University Teaching Hospital underwent a renaming process and was officially renamed the Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Teaching Hospital.[7] The renaming was initiated by the Chancellor of Igbinedion University, Sir Gabriel Igbinedion.[8][9]
The announcement took place during the convocation ceremony of the institution's 2021/2022 academic session held in Okada town.[10] The new name honors Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, the founder of LoveWorld Ministries, for his contributions to humanity and development.[11] Alongside the renaming, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome was awarded an honorary Doctor of Science degree, and the Chancellor facilitated a land donation to LoveWorld Ministries.[12][13]
Facilities
editPastor Chris Oyakhilome Teaching Hospital has facilities dedicated to various medical specialties.[14][15][16]
Medical programs
editThe hospital plays a pivotal role in medical education by providing training opportunities for medical students from Igbinedion University as well as other institutions. It offers various residency and fellowship programs across different specialties.[17][18]
The hospital provides practical training opportunities for medical students from Igbinedion University and other institutions.[19][20]
Research
editResearch is a fundamental aspect of Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Teaching Hospital's mission.[21]
References
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- ^ "Igbinedion University Renames Teaching Hospital After Chris Oyakhilome". 2022-11-13. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Momoh, Idris Umar (2022-04-07). "Igbinedion University Teaching Hospital unveils diagnostic centre". Businessday NG. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Odibashi, Sunday (2022-11-13). "Chancellor of Igbinedion University renames University Teaching Hospital after Pastor Chris Oyakhilome". National Daily Newspaper. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "History". Igbinedion University Okada. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Bisi, Olaniyi (1 May 2020). "CMD for Igbinedion Hospital". The Nation Newspaper. Retrieved 23 August 2023.
- ^ "Igbinedion University confers honourary [sic] degree on Rosemary Osula, names teaching hospital after Chris Oyakhilome". The Street Journal. 2022-11-13. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Igbinedion names teaching hospital after Chris Oyakhilome". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 2022-11-14. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Akinyemi, Bioluwatife (2022-11-13). "Igbinedion University renames Teaching Hospital after Chris Oyakhilome". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Taiwo, Jide (2022-11-13). "Igbinedion University names teaching hospital after Christ Embassy's founder, Oyakhilome". NewsWireNGR. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Igbinedion names teaching hospital after Oyakhilome". Pulse Nigeria. 2022-11-13. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Why I Renamed Igbinedion Varsity Teaching Hospital After Oyakhilome — Chancellor – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". independent.ng. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Igbinedion University Teaching Hospital Opens Health Centre At Ofumwegbe Town". Independent Television/Radio. 2015-11-06. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Igbinedion University Teaching Hospital Okada West, Ovia North-East – Thehospitalbook". 2022-09-01. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Edo First Lady Opens IUTH Multi-Million Naira Diagnostic Centre In Benin – Independent Newspaper Nigeria". independent.ng. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Muaz, Hassan (2022-04-04). "Igbinedion inaugurates IUTH Diagnostic Centre in Benin |". The Eagle Online. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Akinyemi, Femi (2023-02-06). "MDCN inducts 26 Igbinedion varsity graduates as qualified medical doctors". Tribune Online. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Tide, The (2023-02-15). "Medical Council Inducts 26 Doctors Of Igbinedion University". :::...The Tide News Online:::... Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "MDCN increases admission quota for Igbinedion University - P.M. News". Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ "Medical And Dental Council Of Nigeria Inducts 29 Medical Graduates In IUO". Independent Television/Radio. 2023-05-17. Retrieved 2023-08-23.
- ^ Osehobo, Ofure Victor (2007). The Igbinedion Promise. Savic Torina Pub.