Nigeria: Health Sector Conference Opens in Abuja, Sept 19
An exhibition and conference showcasing the state of the Nigerian health sector opens in Abuja Monday 19 September, 2016.
The exhibition designed to focus on the best medical care and technological support enterprises in Nigeria, themed: “All Things Medical” (ATM) is being put together by the Federal Ministry of Health in collaboration with the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Association of General and Private Medical Practitioners of Nigeria , AGPMPM, and the Guild of Medical Directors. A renowned neurosurgeon and Chief Medical Director of the first private neurosurgical centre in Nigeria, Memphys, Professor Sam Ohaegbulam, said the exhibition is timely as information and statistics about what is available in Nigeria is the bedrock of a viable and functional healthcare system. “There is the issue with medical tourism. Doctors have highlighted the dangers of going to places such as India, South Africa, United Kingdom and Egypt for medical treatment. They pointed out the problems of traveling to these countries without proper information about the doctors, their qualifications and experience. In effect, running to India is not the solution, especially if what you need is in Sokoto.” The MD, Alliance Hospital, Abuja, Dr Chris Otabor, emphasised the need for more information about high quality healthcare personnel and facilities. “We need positive documentation of the good practices and an end to the bad practices. We have to help our health centres, government hospitals or even private hospitals to be the best they can be..
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