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Medicine & Surgery

Educating Compassionate Physicians and Surgical Experts

Department of Medicine and Surgery

School of Basic Medical Sciences (SBMS) • College of Health Sciences • Federal University of Technology, Akure

Internal Medicine Clinical Surgery Obstetrics & Gynaecology Pediatrics Pathology & Diagnostics Community Medicine

About the Department

The Department of Medicine and Surgery at the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), through the School of Basic Medical Sciences (SBMS) within the College of Health Sciences, is dedicated to training highly skilled, compassionate, and ethical physicians and surgeons capable of delivering excellent patient care. The department integrates rigorous scientific education with comprehensive clinical training to produce medical professionals equipped to address diverse health challenges in Nigeria and globally.

Medicine and Surgery encompasses the art and science of diagnosing, treating, and preventing human disease through medical and surgical interventions. The MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) program provides comprehensive education spanning basic medical sciences, pre-clinical studies, clinical disciplines, and practical clinical exposure. Students develop expertise in internal medicine, surgical procedures, obstetrics, pediatrics, pathology, pharmacology, community health, and diagnostic medicine through integrated coursework, problem-based learning, clinical rotations, and bedside teaching.

The department features state-of-the-art medical education facilities including anatomy dissection laboratories with cadaveric material, histology and pathology laboratories, clinical simulation centers with high-fidelity mannequins, teaching hospitals with ward facilities for clinical training, and diagnostic imaging centers. We maintain partnerships with leading teaching hospitals, research institutions, and international medical organizations, providing students with world-class clinical training, research opportunities, and exposure to global medical practices.

Graduates of the Medicine and Surgery program are highly respected healthcare professionals employed in hospitals, clinics, research institutions, government health agencies, and international medical organizations. They pursue diverse medical careers including general practice, specialized medicine, surgery and surgical subspecialties, obstetrics, pediatrics, pathology, anesthesia, radiology, public health, and academic medicine. Our alumni are recognized for their clinical excellence, research contributions, ethical practice, and commitment to improving global health outcomes.

What We Offer

Academic Programs

  • MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery) - 6-year undergraduate program
  • M.D (Doctor of Medicine) - Postgraduate clinical training
  • Fellowship Programs - Specialty training in medicine and surgery
  • Ph.D in Medical Sciences - Advanced research degrees

Major Clinical Disciplines

  • Internal Medicine
  • Surgery & Surgical Specialties
  • Obstetrics & Gynaecology
  • Pediatrics & Child Health
  • Pathology & Laboratory Medicine
  • Community Medicine & Public Health
  • Anesthesia & Critical Care
  • Radiology & Diagnostic Imaging

Medical Education Facilities

Anatomy & Dissection Lab

Cadaveric dissection, gross anatomy, histology, imaging anatomy teaching

Pathology Laboratory

Histopathology, clinical pathology, laboratory diagnostics, autopsy training

Clinical Simulation Center

High-fidelity mannequins, skills labs, clinical procedure training, OSCE stations

Clinical Specializations and Focus Areas

Our department provides comprehensive training across major medical and surgical specialties:

Internal Medicine

Cardiology, gastroenterology, pulmonology, nephrology, endocrinology, infectious diseases, and general internal medicine practice.

Surgery and Surgical Specialties

General surgery, trauma and emergency surgery, orthopaedic surgery, neurosurgery, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, and vascular surgery.

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Normal and complicated pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health, gynecological disorders, family planning, and maternal care.

Pediatrics and Child Health

Neonatal medicine, pediatric diseases, child development, pediatric surgery, immunization, and childhood disease prevention.

Pathology and Laboratory Medicine

Histopathology, clinical pathology, haematology, chemical pathology, microbiology, immunology, and laboratory diagnostics.

Community Medicine and Public Health

Epidemiology, disease prevention, health promotion, occupational health, environmental health, and public health programs.

Pharmacology and Therapeutics

Pharmacokinetics, drug interactions, adverse effects, rational drug use, clinical pharmacology, and medication management.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of Medicine and Surgery pursue prestigious and rewarding healthcare careers globally:

General Practice Doctor (GP)

Primary care, family medicine, community health services

Hospital Physician

Internal medicine specialist, patient diagnosis and treatment

Surgeon

General surgery, surgical specialties, operative procedures

Obstetrician / Gynaecologist

Pregnancy care, childbirth, reproductive health management

Pediatrician

Child health, pediatric diseases, developmental care

Pathologist / Laboratory Doctor

Diagnostic pathology, laboratory medicine, tissue analysis

Public Health Doctor

Epidemiology, disease control, health programs

Academic / Researcher

Medical education, research, academic medicine

Medical Specialist

Cardiology, neurology, oncology, other subspecialties

Course Materials & Resources

Find Your Materials in the General Library

All lecture notes, past questions, textbooks, and study packs for every level of Medicine & Surgery now live in one place — the LEGACY General Library.

Go to General Library

Admission Requirements

UTME Requirements

  • Minimum UTME score of 200+
  • Subject combination: English Language, Chemistry, Physics, Biology
  • Five O'Level credit passes in no more than two sittings
  • O'Level credits must include: English, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics, and Biology
  • Pass in Medical Registration Examination (NREC) or equivalent

Direct Entry Requirements

  • A'Level passes in Chemistry, Physics, and Biology (minimum grade C)
  • IJMBE Certificate with credits in three science subjects
  • GCE Advanced Level with credits in relevant subjects
  • Plus O'Level requirements as stated above
  • Entry into 200 Level of MBBS program