The Department of Physiotherapy at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) is dedicated to providing high-quality education, training, and healthcare services in the field of physiotherapy. The department aims to produce skilled physiotherapists who are equipped with the theoretical knowledge and practical expertise to address a wide range of physical health conditions. By combining academic excellence with clinical practice, the department offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs that focus on rehabilitation, prevention, and management of physical disabilities. It emphasizes evidence-based practice and fosters the development of critical thinking and problem-solving skills among its students.
In addition to its academic programs, the Department of Physiotherapy at UCTH plays a pivotal role in providing comprehensive physiotherapy services to patients within the hospital and the larger community. The department is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and advanced therapeutic techniques to treat musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary conditions. It collaborates closely with other medical departments to offer multidisciplinary care, ensuring a holistic approach to patient rehabilitation. By engaging in research, community outreach, and continuing education, the department strives to contribute to the advancement of physiotherapy practice and promote better health outcomes across Nigeria.
Years of dedicated patient care in Cross River State
To deliver World-Class Physiotherapy Services to our teeming clients/patients.
To deliver world-class Physiotherapy services to our teeming clients/patients. To make Physiotherapy services available and accessible to the Hospital Community and the public in general. To generate funds for the running of the hospital.
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