The Kwara State University Teaching Hospital (KWASUTH) was established by the Kwara State Government in 2024 by upgrading the former General Hospital, Ilorin. This initiative was undertaken to provide training facilities for medical students and other health professionals at Kwara State University (KWASU)
The Kwara State University Teaching Hospital (KWASUTH) was established by the Kwara State Government in 2024 by upgrading the former General Hospital, Ilorin. This initiative was undertaken to provide training facilities for medical students and other health professionals at Kwara State University (KWASU)
📍 Location: Ilorin, Kwara State
Address: Surulere Rd, Ilorin 240281, Kwara
Accessibility: Straightforward to locate. You can get there by bus or flight.
Status: Available
Quarters capacity: A block of 6 three-bedroom flats (2 blocks total). Each three-bedroom flat is shared by 3 house officers.
Caution fee: None
Room Features:
Spacious rooms
Single bathroom with toilet
General kitchen shared by occupants of each flat
Furnishing: None (you’ll have to bring or arrange your own).
Power supply: Fair.
Roommate system: Assigned / By connection.
Submission of application letters
By connection (networking helps).
Monthly pay: ₦224,000 (with CONMESS in view).
Payment date: 27th/28th of the month.
Centrality: Located in the heart of Ilorin. You can get to most parts of the city easily.
Nearby attractions:
Supermarkets 🛍: Ace, Mamtess, Chupet
Restaurants 🍽: Item 7, Kilimanjaro, Obodo
Cinemas 🎬: Emirates Mall
Other hangout spots 📸: Flower Garden
Orientation: Basic orientation is given, but most things are learned on the job.
Main Responsibilities:
First to see patients
IPR (Initial Patient Review)
Theatre lists and preparation
Ward rounds 👩⚕: HOs lead ward rounds first, followed by Chiefs
IV access 💉: You’ll site IV lines
Specific drug administration 💊: Calcium gluconate, Magnesium sulphate
Post-round mop-ups: Seniors help when tasks are overwhelming
Staff & Colleagues: Doctors are friendly and supportive.
Admin staff & nurses: Generally nice.
Key tip: “Availability is key—be physically present, responsive, and proactive.”
Inside hospital: Two restaurants plus snack outlets.
Restaurants & fast food options: Plenty available.
Snack kiosks & delivery contacts: Readily available.
Outside hospital: Many options around town.
💡 Moral Lesson / Key Takeaway
Ilorin offers a vast opportunity to learn and gain strong surgical skills.
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