About Us

Excellence in Healthcare & Medical Education

Modern Nigerian hospital building - Edo Specialist Hospital in Benin City, Edo State, Nigeria

Our Mission

To provide exceptional healthcare services while advancing medical knowledge through education and research, ensuring the highest standards of patient care and medical training. We are committed to serving our community with compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Our Vision

To be recognized as a premier teaching hospital in West Africa, known for excellence in patient care, medical education, and innovative research that transforms healthcare delivery and improves lives.

Our Core Values

Compassion

We treat every patient with empathy, respect, and understanding, recognizing the dignity of each individual.

Excellence

We strive for the highest standards in all aspects of healthcare delivery, education, and research.

Integrity

We maintain the highest ethical standards, transparency, and accountability in all our actions.

Innovation

We embrace new technologies, research, and methodologies to improve patient outcomes and medical education.

Education

We are committed to training the next generation of healthcare professionals through comprehensive education programs.

Collaboration

We work together as a team, fostering partnerships with patients, families, and the community.

Our History

1999

Foundation

Edo Specialist Hospital was established with a vision to provide world-class healthcare services and medical education in Edo State, Nigeria.

2005

Teaching Hospital Status

Achieved recognition as a teaching hospital and began formal medical education programs, partnering with leading medical universities.

2012

Expansion

Major expansion project completed, adding new departments, advanced medical equipment, and increasing bed capacity to 300+.

2018

Research Center

Established a dedicated research center focusing on tropical diseases, public health, and medical innovation.

2024

Today

Continuing to lead in healthcare delivery and medical education, serving over 100,000 patients annually and training hundreds of medical professionals.

Leadership Team

Dr. Isaac Agbonkonkon

Chief Medical Director (CMD)

Leading the hospital with extensive experience in healthcare administration and medical practice management.

Dr. Mary Okonkwo

Deputy Medical Director

Expert in pediatric care and medical education with a passion for training future doctors.

Prof. James Eze

Director of Medical Education

Oversees all educational programs and ensures the highest standards of medical training.

Accreditations & Certifications

Recognized for excellence in healthcare and medical education

Medical & Dental Council

Fully accredited

West African College

Teaching hospital status

ISO Certification

Quality management

Health Ministry

Government approved