🏥 Hospital Name: Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Teaching Hospital
📍 Location: Ibadan-Ilorin Road, P.M.B. 4007, Ogbomosho, Oyo State, Nigeria
How to Get There
The hospital is easily accessible by road. While Ogbomosho doesn’t have an airport, you can fly to:
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Ilorin International Airport – ~1-hour drive to the hospital.
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Ibadan Airport – ~3-hour drive (currently only handling arrivals due to ongoing upgrades).
Plan your travel accordingly if you’re coming by air.
Accommodation for House Officers
🏠 Housing Type: HO Quarters – a 2-storey self-contained apartment building with ~30 units.
Room Features:
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Small parlour, bedroom, kitchen, and toilet
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Terrazzo flooring
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Windows: Mostly Luvas; bedroom has one sliding window
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Air conditioning: Some rooms have 1 or 2 ACs (older models, but functional)
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Water heaters in kitchen/bathroom are decorative only – not functional
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Kitchen: Cabinet, washing sink, vent
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Furniture: Bed provided (no frame/pillow), centre table in parlour with 2 two-seater chairs (most may be worn out)
💡 Tip: You might consider bringing your own chairs or table for comfort.
Power Supply:
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Stable historically, but recent IBEDC issues mean power may be limited to ~12 hours/day via hospital generator.
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Prepare for occasional fluctuations.
Quarters Capacity: 30 HOs
Roommate System: None – you stay alone
Accommodation Fee: ₦10,000/month deducted from salary
Caution Fee: None
Availability: Currently full. Rooms will be reassigned as older HOs vacate.
Selection Process
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Rooms are assigned by the estate manager.
Salary & Allowances
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Take-home salary: ₦293,000/month (after ₦10,000 accommodation fee and ₦15,000 ARD dues; tax already deducted)
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Payment date: No specific date, but salaries do not spill into the next month
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Other benefits: Call food is provided; no feeding or call allowance
Work Environment & Lifestyle
Orientation:
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ARD organizes an initial orientation for HOs.
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Department-level orientation is provided by existing HOs and Chief Registrars.
Key Responsibilities:
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Intern pre- and post-rounds
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Ensuring investigations and urgent blood follow-ups
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IV access (senior help available for difficult lines)
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Pediatric drug administration (e.g., Aminophylline, Caffeine citrate)
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Basic side-lab investigations: RBG, mRDT, PCV, Bilidx, RVS, HBsAg strip tests
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Outpatient clinics under supervision
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Hands-on learning depends on your interest and proactiveness
Staff & Colleagues:
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Mostly friendly seniors, consultants, and admin staff
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Some drama expected in OnG (common in hospitals, so be prepared)
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Key tip: Be physically present, responsive, accountable, and proactive
Nearby Amenities & Lifestyle
Centrality: Close to the university; area is lively and busy.
Nearby Attractions:
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Food: Chicken Republic, Item 7, Danjuma Bakery, Chowdeck (delivery available)
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Shopping: ACE Supermarket
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Mini-market: Snacks, cereals, stationery
Cost of Living: Fair; eating out is affordable but cooking is an option for budget-conscious HOs.
Food Options
Inside Hospital: Limited – small cafeteria beside ARD lounge; women sell snacks.
Outside Hospital: Multiple restaurants, bakeries, and supermarkets within walking distance.
Moral Lessons & Key Takeaways
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Maintain a good relationship with God – you’ll need it to keep your sanity intact
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Rest whenever you can, even during busy periods
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Treat colleagues as friends and work together – it will save you stress
Snapshot for House Officers
| Feature | Info |
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| Hospital | LAUTECH Teaching Hospital |
| Location | Ogbomosho, Oyo State |
| Accommodation | Self-contained HO Quarters, single occupancy, ₦10,000/month |
| Salary | ₦293,000 take-home |
| Power | Generator-dependent; limited supply due to IBEDC issues |
| Food | Limited inside; variety outside |
| Orientation | ARD + departmental orientation |
| Key Tip | Be proactive, available, and friendly with colleagues |
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