By Umar Usman Duguri
The medical director of the newly established federal medical center Misau, Doctor Rufai Dachi, highlighted the progress recorded in the baby healthcare center which receiving expected to march with its peers in the country in few years. In achieving its desired goals within the shortest span of time, the government of president Tinubu through the minister of heath Professor Mohamed Ali Pate erected its beam to meet up the global standard.
The chief medical director of the hospital rolls out the progress of the hospital while reacting to a petition written and widely circulated about the hospital and its services.
Accordingly, Doctor Rufai responded to the petition titled: The Demise of Mr. Salisu Abdullahi on 23rd July 2025 by clarifying that on same Wednesday the decease Salisu was brought to the emergency unit of the FMC Misau at 8:05am. In a critical condition.
His oxygen saturation was extremely low, and his blood pressure was nearly unrecordable. Our staffs promptly admitted and resuscitated, and placed him on medications to calm the deteriorating condition, after an hour his vitals improved, his blood pressure become appreciable and oxygen levels were restored to optimal levels, though he remained unconscious.
However, “After medical evaluation by professionals, it was determined that patient required intensive care support, a service not yet available at our center at the moment. We therefore, referred Salisu to the nearest teaching hospital, accompanied by an emergency nurse onboard the ambulance to monitor his condition en route to Azare Medical center, Unfortunately, approximately 19km from Misau local government, the patient’s condition suddenly deteriorated and he suffered a convulsion. Despite all efforts, he passed away before arrival at the referral centre”.
“The medical diagnosis has been formally documented, but in respect of ethical standards and patient confidentiality, we are unable to disclose clinical details publicly.
The medical Director further shared Progress in Patient Outcomes in the hospital, saying that, “It is important to note that FMC Misau has recorded a significant reduction in mortality rate over the past year, a testament to the continuous efforts by our management and staff to improve emergency response and patient care outcomes. We remain committed to doing even more.
While, on Misinformation Circulating virally on social media, “We acknowledge the pain and frustration expressed by some members of the public. However, we caution against the spread of unverified narratives that may misrepresent facts and undermine the hard work of our healthcare professionals.
There was no negligence, and the care rendered was in full accordance with clinical standards. We welcome constructive feedback, but urge all to be responsible in their communication, especially during moments of grief.
Asked on referral of patients and costs, Doctor Rufai voiced by saying, “Emergency care was promptly provided without delay, in line with our standard practice. Any financial obligations were part of routine hospital procedures and did not interfere with the immediate medical attention given., moreover our Commitment to Continuous Improvement, As a relatively new tertiary institution, FMC Misau remains fully committed to its core mandate of "Service with Diligence."
We continue to expand our infrastructure, train our workforce, and improve emergency service delivery to meet the needs of our growing patient population”.
However, to the family of the late Mr. Salisu, please accept our sincere sympathies. May Allah strengthen your hearts and grant you peace!
To the general public, FMC Misau remains your hospital, and we stand by our commitment to deliver care that is safe, professional, and compassionate. We appreciate your continued trust and support.
In conclusion, the chief medical director of the federal Medical center Misau, highlights the successes achieved So far, by saying, “we have successfully up taken medical center with medical care (out patients, in patients, A&E services, maternity and pediatrics services) and we also secured accreditation and admission of 1 set of Basic nursing and Basic Midwifery programs in in the newly established College of Nursing.
“We have established and commenced Dialysis in the medical center Misau which are very few in the country but the honorable minister ensured the success to bring succor to Nigerians especially those coming from the villages finding difficult to access or locate similar center in the needed time, and another Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) were established in the first few months of commencing clinical services in the FMC Misau, we also have ambulances and enough oxygen in the hospital to provide quick response in rhe case of emergency.
Therefore, It our mandate to stand and provide fair services to fellow citizens mindful of any difference or feelings, above all, visitors; that comprises in and out patients and students have fidelity treatment and services accordingly.
Pundits commended the timely addressed by the Management of the FMC Misau in elucidating what transpired for posterity and peace.
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