The Department of Oral Pathology at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) is dedicated to the study, diagnosis, and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. The department provides comprehensive training and education for undergraduate and postgraduate students in various aspects of oral pathology, including the identification of oral diseases, their causes, and their effects on oral health. Faculty members at the department are highly skilled and involved in both clinical practice and research, ensuring students receive exposure to a wide array of real-world cases and the latest advancements in the field.
The department plays a pivotal role in providing diagnostic services, including histopathological examinations, to the general public and patients referred from other medical disciplines. It collaborates closely with other departments such as oral surgery, periodontics, and general medicine to offer multidisciplinary care. Through its research activities, the department aims to contribute to the understanding of oral health issues prevalent in the region, while also fostering innovative approaches to treatment. UCTH’s Department of Oral Pathology is committed to improving oral health outcomes and training skilled professionals who can make significant contributions to the field.