In a bid to improve practical skills in Airway management for efficient healthcare delivery, the Management of Federal Medical Centre Abuja led by the Medical Director Prof Saad Ahmed through the Anaesthesia Department held a 1 Day Airway management and Basic Life Support workshop for all the House officers in the hospital today 15th November 2023.
The Session is expected to widen the knowledge base of the House officers in Airway management and Basic Life Support techniques in line with standard global practices.
The Head of Anaesthesia, Dr. Tunde Olawoye in a special note, appreciated the Medical Director FMC Abuja Prof Saad Ahmed for his support towards the workshop and to the Department times without number.
The training was rounded up with a practical session for the participants.
The Medical Director with some members of the Medical Indigent Fund Committee
The Medical Director of Federal Medical Centre Abuja Prof. Saad Ahmed in his situational leadership style today 13th November 2023 received the Medical Indigent Fund Committee led by the Chairman in person of the Deputy Head of Clinical Services (Research and Training) Dr Bioku Muftau.
The Medical Indigent Fund Committee during the visit provided an update on the committee’s activities and unveiled the official jacket and other publication materials aimed at intensifying awareness of the committee’s existence and mission. This initiative aims to promote the committee and bolster its donation collection drive to facilitate the achievement of its noble goals.
Under the leadership of the Chairman Dr. Bioku Muftau, the Medical Indigent Fund Committee has been tirelessly working towards ensuring access to quality medical care for indigent individuals. By providing financial support for medical treatments and procedures, the committee has been instrumental in transforming lives and alleviating the burdens faced by those in need.
During the visit, the committee expressed their gratitude to the Medical Director, Prof. Saad Ahmad, for his unwavering support and cooperation in their endeavor. The Medical Director lauded the committee’s efforts and emphasized the importance of their mission, highlighting the positive impact it has made on the lives of countless patients.
In an effort to increase public knowledge and garner support for their cause, the Medical Director proudly unveiled the Medical Indigent Fund Committee official jacket and other publication materials. The materials are intended to raise awareness and promote the significance of the committee’s work. By wearing the official jacket, committee members aim to be identifiable ambassadors of the Medical Indigent Fund, sparking conversations and encouraging others to contribute towards their donation drive.
Dr. Bioku, Chairman of the Medical Indigent Fund Committee, expressed his sincere appreciation to all the committee members, volunteers, and generous donors who have contributed to the success of their fundraising efforts. He emphasized the critical role that donations play in their ability to offer financial assistance to the medically indigent, and he extended an invitation to the public to join hands in supporting this noble cause.
The Medical Indigent Fund Committee is resolute in its commitment to serving the community and partnering with relevant stakeholders to attain its ambitious goals. With the unveiling of their official jacket and publication materials, they are determined to intensify awareness, boost their donation collection drive, and make a significant impact on the lives of those in need.
For more information on the committee’s activities, ways to donate, and partnership opportunities, kindly Call this number: 08090940821, 08069190878
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It was a great moment to behold as Federal Medical Centre Abuja led by the Chief Medical Director Prof. Saad Ahmed received high profile dignitaries for the commissioning of the Ultra Modern administrative Complex today 26th May 2023 which was also named Dr. Mrs. Aisha Buhari Administrative Complex.This complex was birthed as a result of several years of space constrain, the Administrative Complex commissioning officially done today by the Honourable Minister of State for Health Joseph Ekumankama along side other top government functionaries, FMC Board led by the Chairman Dr. Alex Tosan Ideh and other guest.
The Chief Medical Director FMC Abuja Prof. Saad Ahmed in his welcome remarks expressed great excitement at this epoch making event made possible by the huge support received from the Federal Government and other stake holders.
While thanking the Federal Government and others for their support, Prof. Saad Ahmed drew their attention to the issue of space constraint limiting the expansion of services in the Centre. He stated that with provision of additional land space, the facility can work toward providing other services like trauma centre, nuclear medicine services and other vital medical services not yet available in the hospital.
In his final words, Prof. Saad Ahmed appreciated President Muhammadu Buhari, the Hon. Minister of Health and all stake holders for the massive support and contributions in making this day possible.
In the words of the Hon. Minister Joseph Ekumankama, Dr. ‘Mrs Aisha Buhari has demonstrated commitment and love to the development of Federal Medical Centre Abuja. He appreciated the tenacity of the Chief Medical Director Prof. Saad Ahmed and the entire staff of the Centre for the great development ongoing in the Centre through quality health care services.
The Board Chairman FMC Abuja,Dr Alex Tosan Ideh also in his remark expressed great joy on the commissioning of the building. He emphasized the complex is symbolic and has a unique importance to the hospital by providing enough space now for both clinicals and administrative functions as it will motivate greater workforce for higher productivity.
After the cutting of the tape, the dignitaries were taken on a facility tour of the new administrative complex.
This is another great milestone achievement by the unique leadership style of the Chief Medical Director Prof. Saad Ahmed. Congratulations FMC Abuja on this achievement.
The traditional rulers of Kuchigoro community in Abuja today 17th May 2023 paid a visit to the management of Federal Medical Centre. They were received by the Chief Medical Director Prof. Saad Ahmed and the Head of Administration- Alhaji Sani Musa Ibrahim.
The visit according to the team was to solicit for support from the management of FMC Abuja to assist Kuchigoro community upgrade the only primary healthcare Centre that they have into a 4 block rooms health Centre as the present one can no longer meet the healthcare demand of the community.
The Chief Medical Director appreciated the traditional rulers for taking the bull by the horn to upgrade the present healthcare facility. He assured them of the management’s promise to support the community as regards the project and any other needs that will provide active healthcare service delivery in Kuchigoro community.
The District Head Kuchigoro, Alhaji Umar D. Maikasuwa leader of the team appreciated the Prof. Saad Ahmed for the warm reception and his words of assurance for the hospital to be part of the community project.
