Bowen University Teaching Hospital is a university hospital located in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria. The hospital has been undergoing recent leadership changes and developments.
Bowen University Teaching Hospital is a university hospital located in Ogbomoso, Oyo State, Nigeria. The hospital has been undergoing recent leadership changes and developments.
Rooted in faith-based care, BUTH seems to emphasize compassion and professionalism.
Strong hands-on learning for House Officers — especially in surgery and emergency care.
Clear opportunity for independence and growth, though sometimes bordering on being stretched too thin.
| Feature | Male Lodges | Female Lodges |
|---|---|---|
| Room Setup | Private room, shared toilet | Self-contain (new lodge) or shared facilities (old) |
| Kitchen | Shared | Shared |
| Proximity to Wards | Mostly convenient | New lodge is farther from wards |
| Water & Electricity | Frequent issues | Solar socket helps, but still some outages |
Electricity is inconsistent; water depends on power.
WiFi only within hospital — not ideal for research or leisure.
Food is affordable with options nearby, but no call food provided.
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Workload | Heavy in O&G; Chill in Medicine |
| Monthly Salary | ₦237,995 |
| Payment Timeliness | Depends on bank |
| Current House Officers | 24 |
By Dr. Stephen – House Officer (06/07/25)
Occupational Health Physician, Blogger, Docpreneur. Beyond my professional role, I am the founder of Doclumina.org (formerly TheyHaveLeftYouBehind.net), a platform supporting thousands of Nigerian medical graduates with housemanship and career guidance. I am passionate about digital health, workplace wellness, and advancing public health practice through innovation, mentorship, and global collaboration