Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital

Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University Teaching Hospital (ATBUTH) is a healthcare institution located in Bauchi, Nigeria. It is affiliated with the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University and serves as a training center for medical students and healthcare professionals.

History[edit | edit source]

The hospital was established in 2010 with the aim of providing high-quality healthcare services to the people of Bauchi and its environs. It was named after Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, the first Prime Minister of Nigeria.

Services[edit | edit source]

ATBUTH offers a wide range of medical services including surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, radiology, and pathology. The hospital also has a pharmacy department that provides medicines to patients.

Training[edit | edit source]

As a teaching hospital, ATBUTH plays a crucial role in the training of medical students from Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University. The hospital provides practical training in various medical disciplines, helping students to gain hands-on experience in patient care.

Research[edit | edit source]

In addition to patient care and training, ATBUTH is also involved in medical research. The hospital's research activities are focused on improving healthcare delivery and finding solutions to health challenges in Nigeria.