The Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Amaku, Awka, has expressed profound grief over the death of its former Provost, Professor Emmanuel Chukwuma Ojiyi, paying tribute to his enduring contributions to gynaecological healthcare, medical education and service to humanity. The hospital described his passing as a significant loss to the medical profession, the Chukwuemeka…
Prof. Kelechi Emmanuel Okonta delivering a pro bono medical teaching programme for medical students of Abia State University A Professor of Cardiothoracic Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of Port Harcourt, Rivers State, and Consultant Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgeon at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), Prof. Kelechi Emmanuel Okonta,…
The Chief Medical Director of Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Amaku, Awka, Dr. Maureen Uche Umeakuewulu, has reaffirmed the hospital’s commitment to strengthening its partnership with the Nigerian Army to improve access to medical care for military personnel. Dr. Umeakuewulu gave the assurance on Thursday when she received the Commander of the 15…
Dr. Kiema Ogunlana By Prosper Okoye Efforts to prevent vision loss must be matched by increased support for people already living with visual impairment, including improved access to healthcare, education, employment and other social opportunities, a Nigerian health advocate has said. Dr. Kiema Ogunlana, Programme Director of Daisy Oak Foundation, made the call during a…
The Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu University Teaching Hospital (COOUTH), Amaku, Awka, has strengthened its capacity to manage newborns with breathing difficulties through the availability of critical respiratory support equipment at its Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU). The intervention came into focus during a recent facility tour of the hospital by the First Lady of Anambra State,…
