In a significant development, the leadership of the Association of Resident Doctors, University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (ARD-UCTH), paid a courtesy visit to the Cross River State Health Commissioner. The meeting focused on key issues surrounding the proposed ARD-UCTH Secretariat and potential partnerships with the ministry.
The Commissioner emphasized the vital role of resident doctors in healthcare and pledged to attend the groundbreaking ceremony of the ARD-UCTH building project, underscoring the value placed on resident doctors in the state.
Led by *Dr. Edim Egor,* the ARD-UCTH leadership remains steadfast in its mission to promote members’ welfare. The association has pledged to establish an ultramodern ARD-UCTH Secretariat without imposing additional burdens on members. To achieve this, the leadership is engaging key stakeholders in the state to garner support.
This courtesy visit marks a significant milestone in the relationship between ARD-UCTH and the Cross River State Ministry of Health, setting the stage for a more collaborative and productive future for the healthcare sector.
The Health Commissioner *Dr Henry Egbe Ayuk*, impressed with the leadership’s determination and vision, has pledged the ministry’s continued support and cooperation in future initiatives that align with shared goals: improving healthcare services and promoting the welfare of medical professionals in the state.
Our visit signals a positive shift in healthcare administration and governance in the state. With partnerships like these, a more robust and efficient healthcare system is within reach, ultimately benefiting patients and healthcare workers alike.
We remain committed to addressing our members’ welfare and needs while looking forward to the ARD-UCTH building Project.
More Than PAP!
Ogar Emmanuel Idoko
General Secretary, ARD-UCTH