THE Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) has inducted 46 Medicine and Surgery graduates of the College of Medical Sciences, Edo State University, Uzairue.
The Acting Vice Chancellor of the institution, Prof. Dawood Egbefo stated this at the oath-taking and induction ceremony for the 2023/2024 Batch A Medicine and Surgery qualified graduates
Egbefo said the event marks a pivotal moment in the lives of the graduates and a proud occasion for the university.
He expressed gratitude to the executive governor if the state, Mr Godwin Obaseki for his unwavering steadfastness, support and efforts in sustaining the university especially the transformation of the central hospital in Auchi to Edo State University Uzairue teaching hospital which advancement has greatly improved the facilities available for the training of the university medical students and elevated healthcare standard in Edo North and its environs.
Egbefo also thanked the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN) for the provisional approval for MBBS Programme which paved the way for the graduation of the first medical students in March.
He said the Edo State University Uzairue which was established in 2016 with 3 faculties and 8 programmes now boast of 9 faculties and over 30 undergraduate programs all accredited by the National Universities Commission and other relevant professional bodies, which also includes PGD, Masters, MBA, MPA, MPhil, and PhD degrees across various disciplines.
According to him, the university remain committed to fostering academic excellence, innovation and holistic development as It takes pride in achievements. He said that the continued growth and impact in the future has received commendations from regulatory bodies and International organizations.
Worthy to note according to him is the university modern teaching technologies especially the anatomy which is the first in West Africa in teaching medical students and also the CANVAS Learning Management System.
Prof Egbefo, while congratulating the newly qualified medical doctors, expressed confidence that they will bring honour to the university and the medical profession. He reminded them of the responsibilities of being a doctor, adding that the noble profession demand not only deep compassion but also an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning and dedication.
The guest lecturer at the induction oath/taking ceremony, prof Nosakhare Godwin Bazuaye in a lecture titled: Now A Doctor, What Next, described a doctor as above average intelligent individuals trained and certified in the act of medicine to manage both physical and mental health of individuals.
Bazuaye, a Prof of Hematology and Stem cells Transplanology at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital noted that a doctor must be willing to go extra miles to save lives in line with the Hippocratic oath and he must also have good character and passion to save lives
The guest lecturer hinted that medical practice in Nigeria cannot be separated from the Nigeria current situation, hence, there should be a good health insurance policy to improve practice, better pay salaries, improve facilities for practice and conducive working environment conducive for doctors to make the difference wherever they find themselves.
In her remarks, Dr. Fatima Kyari, Registrar, MDCN said the medical graduates are now certified as doctors to work in any health facility in the country.
Dr. Kyari, represented by Dr. Victor Kolawole, Deputy Registrar of the council emphasised the importance of adhering to the rules of professional conduct, which are ethical guidelines binding on every doctors in Nigeria.
“As doctors you must have passion. The ethics in the profession must be upheld,” Kolawole said.
In his welcome address, Ag Provost, College of Medical Sciences, Dr Kenneth Atoe said the gathering mark a significant milestone in the journey of the graduating students as they are about to embark on their professional journey.
He said the university’s commitment to innovation and excellence is evident in the unique curriculum which employs a competency-based pedagogy towards early exposure of the students to clinical settings, preparing them for the realities of medical practice.
“The quality of training offered here is exceptional and our products are highly competitive. We are proud of the well-rounded medical professionals we have nurtured and we are confident that they will make a positive impact.
“Always remember the oath to uphold the highest standards of medical practice, commitment to respect the autonomy of patients to maintain confidentiality and to act with integrity”, he added.
