Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri — Owerri, Imo

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About This Hospital

Category: Federal University Teaching Hospital / Tertiary Hospital
Accreditation: Accredited by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) for training of house officers and residency programmes. Upgraded to first-grade federal teaching hospital status by Presidential approval in May 2023. Formally inaugurated as Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri (FUTHO) in May 2023 to support the new College of Medicine at the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO). The hospital provides postgraduate medical training and clinical research.
Affiliation: Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) — the hospital serves as the primary clinical training facility for FUTO's College of Medicine. Originally established in 1903 as a colonial dispensary, it was progressively upgraded through District Hospital → General Hospital → Federal Medical Centre (1995) → Federal University Teaching Hospital (2023). Operated under the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare.
Patient Satisfaction: Good
Rating Source: Google

Departments24 depts

Accident and Emergency

Anaesthesia

Chemical Pathology

Clinical Chemistry

Community Medicine

Dental and Maxillofacial Surgery

Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT / Otolaryngology)

Family Medicine

Haematology

Histopathology

Internal Medicine

Medical Laboratory

National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)

Nursing

Nutrition and Dietetics

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Ophthalmology

Orthopaedics

Paediatrics

Pharmacy

Physiotherapy

Radiology

Social Welfare

Surgery

Specialty Services

IVF (In Vitro Fertilisation) Centre

Laparoscopic Surgery

Rheumatology Clinic

Endocrinology Clinic

Cancer Treatment Centre (presidential approval — cancer equipment)

Renal Dialysis Services

Accident and Emergency (24 hours)

HIV/AIDS Clinic (Heart to Heart)

Antenatal and Postnatal Care

Paediatric Emergency Unit

Orthopaedic and Trauma Services

Ophthalmic and Eye Care Services

Dental and Maxillofacial Services

Medical Outreach Programmes

Specialized Equipment

IVF laboratory and assisted reproduction equipmentLaparoscopic surgical equipmentCT ScannerDigital X-ray and fluoroscopy systemUltrasound / ultrasonographic imagingAutomated haematology analyserAutomated biochemistry analyserECG machinesDialysis machinesICU ventilators and patient monitoring systemsEndoscopy equipmentPhototherapy units (paediatrics)Modern surgical theatres

Leadership & Management

Head of Hospital

Dr. Jideuma Ikenna Egwim (PhD, FMCFM)

Chief Medical Director, Federal Teaching Hospital, Owerri. Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist; Fellow of the Medical College of Family Medicine. Under his leadership the hospital has expanded specialist services, pioneered IVF and laparoscopic surgery programmes, and secured presidential approval for cancer treatment equipment.

Managed By

Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare

The Federal Teaching Hospital, Owerri operates under the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare, Nigeria, in partnership with the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) governing board.

Multilingual staff availableYes

Booking at This Hospital

Online Booking

Contact via https://fthowerri.gov.ng

Walk-in Policy

Allowed at General Outpatient and Family Medicine Departments

Emergency Wait

24:00:00

Non-Emergency Wait

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM (Clinics)

How to book

Walk-in (General Outpatient / Family Medicine)PhoneOnline enquiry via hospital website

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Hospital Policies

Privacy & Confidentiality

All patient information is treated with complete confidentiality and handled in accordance with MDCN guidelines and applicable Nigerian health laws. Patient data is not disclosed without lawful authority or written consent.

Discharge Policy

Discharge is authorised by the attending consultant physician in consultation with the patient and family. A discharge summary detailing diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up instructions is issued to every patient.

Hours & Holidays

Clinics: Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM. Emergency, ICU, Pharmacy, Laboratory, and Maternity services operate 24 hours, 7 days a week.

No Smoking Policy in Effect

Contact

+2349095884734

info@fthowerri.gov.ng

https://fthowerri.gov.ng

Location

105 Hospital Road, Orlu Road, Owerri

Owerri, Imo

Eastern Nigeria

Postal: 460281

Near: Hospital Road, Orlu Road Junction, Owerri — established 1903; upgraded by President Buhari to Federal University Teaching Hospital in May 2023; 700-bed tertiary referral centre for South-East Nigeria

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Emergency Services

24/7 Emergency CareYes

Ambulance ServicesYes

+2349095884734

Visiting & Access

Visiting Hours

Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4 PM (Clinics); Emergency services 24 hours, 7 days

Visitor Policy

Restricted — visitors must comply with hospital infection control and ward protocols

Available on-site

WheelchairElevatorRamps

Facilities & Amenities

Wi-Fi: Available in select areas

Accident and Emergency Unit (24 hours)

IVF Centre

Laparoscopic Surgery Suite

General Outpatient Department

Specialist Outpatient Clinics

Surgical Theatres

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Paediatric Emergency Complex

Maternity and Labour Ward

Renal Dialysis Unit

Radiology and Imaging Centre

Medical Laboratory Complex

Blood Bank and Transfusion Services

Pharmacy (24 hours)

Dental Clinic

Eye and Ophthalmic Clinic

Physiotherapy Unit

Ultra-Modern Mortuary

Staff Housing Quarters

Administrative Complex

Room Options

General wardsSemi-private roomsPrivate roomsIntensive Care Units (ICU)Paediatric wardMaternity and labour ward

Support Services

24-hour Emergency and Trauma care

IVF and fertility treatment

Laparoscopic and minimally invasive surgery

Antenatal and postnatal care

Paediatric outpatient clinic

Renal dialysis

HIV/AIDS clinic

Rheumatology clinic

Endocrinology clinic

Cancer treatment and care

Physiotherapy and rehabilitation

Blood bank and transfusion services

24-hour pharmacy dispensing

Medical outreach programmes

Insurance & Payment

Accepted Plans

National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS)Federal Government Employees Health PlanSelect private health insurance plans

Payment Methods

CashBank transferPOS / Credit and debit card

Financial Aid Self-Pay

Emergency Coverage

Full (Accident and Emergency — 24 hours)

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