As the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) celebrates 45 years of outstanding healthcare, education, and research, we sit down with Prof. O.J. Odia, a retired Professor of Medicine and former Head of Nephrology, to discuss the institutionโs evolution, challenges, and enduring impact. From Humble Beginnings to…
The Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at the University of Port Harcourt (UPTH) is proud to announce a grand celebration in honor of Professor Chris Akani, a distinguished scholar, mentor, and pillar of excellence in maternal health. Mark your calendars for…
Demonstrating a commitment to accessible healthcare, the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), in collaboration with Ezensha Nigeria Limited and with sponsorship from the Senator representing Rivers West Senatorial District, Senator (Dr.) Ipalibo Banigo, hosted a Free Medical Outreach…
Take the next step with our Certified Healthcare Assistants (HCAs) & Geriatric Care-Givers (GCAs) course! Intensive 6-Day Certificate Course Alert! Hosted by the Care of Elderly Persons Unit (CEPU) University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) Date: Monday 2nd June…
Are you a certified nurse looking to specialize and advance your career? The College of Nursing Sciences, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) is now accepting applications for its prestigious Post Basic Nursing Programmes for the 2025/2026 academic session.…
On Thursday, April 17, 2025, the Department of Paediatrics and Child Health, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), held a moving send-forth ceremony in honour of Prof. Nwadiuto Afonne Akani (MBBS, FMCPaed)โa pioneer, mentor, and beacon of excellence in…
The University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH) hosted the MacArthur Clinical Skills Laboratory lecture on Tuesday, April 8, 2025, at the UPTH Auditorium. The focus of the lecture was the critical role of effective communication in clinical practice, aimed…
The Department of Haematology, University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital (UPTH), joined the global community in commemorating World Haemophilia Day on April 17, 2025. This yearโs celebration was particularly significant as it coincided with the 20th anniversary of the Haemophilia…
At the March edition of the University of Port Harcourt Teaching Hospital Ground Rounds, the department of Neuropsychiatry featured the advanced management of *Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS)* and the necessity of multidisciplinary collaboration. Coordinating the session was the coordinator of…
In commemoration of the 2025 world epilepsy day, Neurologist from the department of pediatrics observed the day with a sensitization campaign. 26th of March each year is marked as world epilepsy day and this year’s campaign is tagged with the…