Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo

Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo is a tertiary healthcare institution located in Jalingo, the capital city of Taraba State, Nigeria. The center provides a wide range of medical services and serves as a referral center for other healthcare facilities within the region.

History[edit | edit source]

The Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo was established to provide advanced medical care to the residents of Taraba State and its environs. It was part of the federal government's initiative to improve healthcare delivery across the country by establishing tertiary healthcare institutions in various states.

Services[edit | edit source]

The Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo offers a variety of medical services, including but not limited to:

Departments[edit | edit source]

The hospital is organized into several departments to ensure comprehensive healthcare delivery. These departments include:

Department of Internal Medicine
Department of Surgery
Department of Pediatrics
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Department of Radiology
Department of Pathology
Department of Pharmacy
Department of Nursing

Training and Research[edit | edit source]

The Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo is also involved in the training of healthcare professionals. It offers residency programs for doctors in various specialties and provides clinical training for medical students, nurses, and other healthcare workers. The center is also engaged in medical research aimed at improving healthcare outcomes.

Challenges[edit | edit source]

Like many healthcare institutions in Nigeria, the Federal Medical Centre, Jalingo faces several challenges, including inadequate funding, shortage of medical personnel, and limited infrastructure. Despite these challenges, the center continues to strive towards providing quality healthcare services to the population.