The Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria (MDCAN), Delta State University Teaching Hospital (DELSUTH) chapter, has raised an alarm over the rapid decline of the hospital’s infrastructure and services. The once-celebrated tertiary health institution is struggling to provide basic healthcare services due to neglect of infrastructure, equipment, and manpower.
In a press statement, MDCAN accused authorities of allowing the hospital to deteriorate, citing broken-down equipment, poor funding, and inadequate staffing. Essential medical tools are either inadequate or non-functional, and the theatre complex is functioning below acceptable standards
The association warned that the situation is undermining medical training and specialist healthcare delivery in Delta State. MDCAN also expressed concern over the leadership vacuum, following delays in appointing a substantive Chief Medical Director (CMD)
The doctors are demanding immediate government intervention, including:
– Appointment of a substantive CMD and governing board
– Rehabilitation of critical infrastructure
– Replacement of faulty equipment
– Implementation of revised professional allowances to halt the mass exit of consultants
MDCAN has issued an ultimatum for authorities to address these issues, warning of a strike if resolutions are not forthcoming
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