Gbagada General Hospital is a public hospital located in Lagos, Nigeria. It was established in 1983 and it is situated at the T-junction of 3 major expressways which are – Lagos Ibadan Expressway, Victoria Island through 3rd Mainland Bridge, and Badagry/Apapa Oshodi Expressway making it accessible across Lagos state.
There are about 35 departments in the hospital. They include:
- Maternal and Paediatric department
- Veritable Burns and Trauma Tertiary Center
- Radiology
- Psychiatry
- Oral and Maxillofaciall
- Dermatology
- Dental Clinic
- Medicine
- Pathology/Laboratory services
- Ophthalmology.
The Hospital aims to promote and provide prompt, effective healthcare services to the citizens of Lagos State and Nigerians at large. It occupies an area of 11.3 hectares with a spacious packing space and a 24-hour power supply. There are two clean, functional toilets for both male and female visitors, and there are other toilets in the various departments of the hospital. There are also shops that sort the basic needs of patients, visitors, and staff of the Hospital.
Their Values can be found in the acronym I-CARE
- I – Integrity
- C – Compassion
- A – Accountability
- R – Respect for Patience right
- E – Excellence In Professionalism
Recently, the Mammography center was opened at the hospital. Citizens can now go there for 3D Mammography, Plain X-rays, Ultrasound scans including Droppler, and contrast studies like HSG, and IVU.
Gbagada Hospital since its establishment has become one of the leading hospitals in the area. The hospital offers a wide range of services including general medical care, emergency services, diagnostic tests, and treatments for various illnesses and conditions. As well as providing basic healthcare needs to its patients.
It also provides specialized care such as:
- Obstetrics/Gynecology
- Pediatrics
- Surgery
- Orthopedics
- Dentistry
- Dermatology and Nephrology.
Gbagada General Hospital has an impressive staff including well-trained and capable doctors, supported by nurses who are trained to provide excellent patient-centered care.
The hospital’s facilities have been upgraded over time to meet modern standards with state-of-the-art equipment that allows them to provide comprehensive diagnosis and treatment options for their patients. In addition, they offer 24-hour ambulance service which ensures timely response when needed most urgently or during emergency situations like accidents or sudden illness cases. They also hold regular health camps where people can get free checkups from qualified professionals so they can detect any underlying health issues at early stages before it gets worse requiring more intensive medical attention later on down the line if left untreated.
Furthermore, Gbagada General Hospital works closely with other institutions such as universities allowing students access to valuable experience while gaining hands-on practice under close supervision from experienced clinicians within this institution’s walls making sure every patient receives top-notch quality treatment regardless of what condition they may present themselves with upon arrival here at this facility..
Overall Gbagada General Hospital is an incredible asset in providing essential healthcare needs, delivering Top-notch services to the citizens, ensuring cost-effective and quality services in well-maintained, clean, and friendly environs, and also helping educate future generations through the best and most dedicated and diligent healthcare professionals to ensure better quality lives for everyone involved while maintaining the Mottos of the Hospital as the “Centre for excellence”.
To access Gbagada Hospital from anywhere, it is best to find your route to Oshodi. It is much easier from Oshodi. Board a bus from Oshodi going to Gbagada Hospital. Explain to the drivers around and they will assist you with the right description.
