MBBS AND BDS ( PORTAL CENTER)
The Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) is a tertiary hospital in Nigeria, affiliated with the University of Lagos College of Medicine.
Established in 1961 and opened in 1962, LUTH is located in the Idi-Araba area of Lagos. It serves as a major medical center for the training of healthcare professionals and the provision of specialized patient car
LUTH is a federal hospital and serves as the last referral point for many complex medical cases in Lagos and beyond. This translates to a heavy workload, but also a great learning experience.
🏠 Accommodation
- Not the best, but manageable—be grateful for a space within the hospital.
Types of accommodation:
- RMO 1, RMO 2, RMO 3 → Allocated via balloting, with payments made to the housing department.
- RMO 5 & RMO 6 → Available without balloting.
Downside:
- Shared bathroom & toilet with the next room.
- Limited spaces compared to the number of House Officers.
Upside:
- Steady light & water (most of the time).
- Close to the hospital, which is convenient for night calls.
💰 Salary
Same as MDCN (₦244,000/month).
🎉 Flex (Leisure & Social Life)
- Lagos is a vibrant metropolitan city, but expensive.
- Endless fun options depending on your preferences.
⚕️ Orderliness & Work Conditions
- Do your job well, and you won’t have issues.
- Some malignant senior colleagues—best to avoid their triggers.
Administration is okay, but assessment signings vary by department.
🍛 Food
- You may not have time to cook.
- Various restaurants with diverse menus available around the hospital.
Dr. Uzor-Lawrence (MBBS OKADA 2022) (HO- LUTH)