Best Hospitals for Spine Surgery in Nigeria
Major cities offering the best spine surgery include Lagos, Ibadan, Abuja and Enugu or Kanu. Here is a list of the top hospitals in Nigeria:
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National Orthopaedic Hospital, Igbobi (NOHI), Lagos: Oldest and premier dedicated orthopedic hospital, NOHI is a major referral center for complex musculoskeletal conditions
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University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan: Largest university teaching hospitals, UCH has established Neurosurgery and Orthopaedic departments that handle a wide range of spinal conditions.
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Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Lagos: Comprehensive Orthopaedics and Traumatology department and a Neurosurgery unit that performs various spinal procedures
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Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja: They have a developing specialist capabilities, serving important regional points.
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Reddington Hospital, Lagos: Private hospital in Lagos that has invested in modern medical equipment and attracts experienced specialists.
Considerations for Choosing the Best Option
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Look for consultant orthopedic surgeons who focus on spinal trauma, spine surgery and deformity correction.
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Consultant neurosurgeons who specialize in spinal neurosurgery including spinal tumors or spinal cord compressions.
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Nigerian spine specialists with fellowship training abroad such as in India, UK, US or Canada.
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Inquire directly with the hospitals listed above for the best available surgeon and also get to know about their facilities.