RSUTH Surgery Department Undergoes Accreditation From the West African College of Surgeons
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The Rivers State University Teaching Hospital (RSUTH) has successfully completed the accreditation process for the Department of Surgery with the visit of the Accreditation team from the Faculty of Surgery, West African College of Surgeons, led by Prof. V. M. Ramyl. Accompanied by esteemed professionals like Prof. O. N. Ekeke, Prof. I. S. Ogbonnaya, Prof. (BARR) Clement Osime, and Dr. Oyintonbra Koioye.
Prof. Chizindu A. Alikor, Chief Medical Director of RSUTH, welcomed the team, urging a comprehensive assessment as the insights will guide the hospital in improving our facilities and curriculum to better serve our community.
The CMD thanked the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, for his support for the continuous transformation of the hospital that has gained wide applause from accreditation teams that has visited the hospital recently.
Prof. Ramyl commended RSUTH's Surgery Department for its commitment and dedication, stressing the importance of meeting international standards.
Accreditation ensures our training and services align with global benchmarks, crucial for maintaining excellence in medical education and healthcare.
The visit began with a thorough inspection of RSUTH's Surgery Department facilities, covering infrastructure, patient care, teaching, and research. Both RSUTH management and the team expressed optimism about the future. The final report from the West African College of Surgeons will guide the department's future steps.