The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), through the School of Social Development and Occupational Therapy (SOSDOT), in collaboration with the Medical Social Services Department (MSSD), is pleased to announce the commencement of a 2-Month Certificate Programme in Social…

The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) commenced the 2026 work year with its annual Dedication Service on Monday, 6 January 2026. The service, organized by the Hospital Chapel and led by the Chaplain, Dr. Harcourt Sominiari, focused on…

The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) has begun a new phase of institutional reforms with the assumption of office of her newly appointed Chief Medical Director, Professor Chituru Orluwene, marking a renewed commitment to professionalism and operational excellence.…

On Wednesday, 31st December 2025, the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) witnessed a significant milestone in its leadership journey with the formal handover and exit of Prof. Henry A. A. Ugboma as the Chief Medical Director (CMD) of…

At the Lifestyle Medicine Center, we remain committed to transforming healthcare by focusing on prevention, holistic wellness, and evidence-based lifestyle interventions. As chronic lifestyle-related illnesses continue to rise globally, our mission is clear: empower individuals to take charge of their…

On behalf of the entire University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital community, we are delighted to extend our warmest birthday wishes to Professor Henry Arinze Anthony Ugboma, our esteemed Chief Medical Director, on this special day, 15 November. Professor Ugboma,…

Dr. (Mrs.) Nancy Chidi Nwankwo Shares Her Inspiring Journey of Service and Impact As the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) celebrates 45 years of excellence, we honor the stories and sacrifices of those who laid the foundation for…

The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) is set to celebrate a remarkable milestone — 45 years of excellence in healthcare and medical education. As part of the celebration, UPTH will also be launching its Endowment Fund, aimed at…

For more than four decades, the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) has been at the forefront of advancing child health in Nigeria. Among its leading figures is Prof. Alice Nte, whose career has…

At the heart of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital’s (UPTH) history of innovation and service is Prof. Hope Bell-Gam, a pioneer, visionary, and one of Nigeria’s foremost champions of geriatric care. Her story is one of passion, resilience,…