Hospitals are important because they cater to health care needs of people in a particular area. Many are surprised to know there are hospitals in Nigeria that are well equipped with state of the art facilities that can be found overseas. This article comprises the list of the best private hospitals in Nigeria. This list is based on hospitals that provide quality healthcare services with state of the art facilities, as well as excellent customer services.
10 Best Private Hospitals in Nigeria
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Lagoon Hospitals
Lagoon Hospitals is renowned for consistently providing healthcare that meets up with international standards. Lagoon Hospital was established in 1984 by Professor Emmanuel and Professor (Mrs.) Oyin Elebute. The hospital began its operations in 1986 by providing a wide range of healthcare services. Presently, Lagoon Hospitals is the largest private healthcare services group in Nigeria. Lagoon hospitals is the only Nigerian hospital accredited by the Joint Commission International. The hospital was first accredited in 2011 and re-accredited in 2014, and 2017. This accreditation is a guarantee of safe and quality healthcare that meets international standards.
Lagoon Hospitals spearheaded advanced medical care in Nigeria and are committed to the highest standards of professionalism and service. In fact, Lagoon hospital is equipped to perform all forms of surgical procedures that are only possible at very few specialized hospitals overseas. The hospital continues to invest in high quality specialty services.
Lagoon hospitals has developed unique specialties across medical disciplines, to include:
- Orthopedics & Trauma
- General Surgery
- Critical Care
- Medical & Surgical Oncology
- Urology
- Cardiology
- Obstetrics & Gynaecology
Lagoon Hospitals are part of the Hygeia group, one of the first private integrated healthcare services providers in Nigeria.
Primus International Super Speciality Hospital
Primus International Hospital is located in Karu, Abuja. The hospital was established by Primus Super Speciality Hospital, a renowned hospital in India. Primus International Hospital, Karu has a reputation for providing excellent health care services and specialized surgeries in Nigeria.
Primus International is equipped with cutting edge technology and modern infrastructure, created and maintained by international standards. The hospital also has an expert team of specialists that makes it a highly sought-out hospital for patients both in Nigeria and abroad. Primus International offers state–of–the–art infrastructure and world-class medical expertise. The hospital is reputed to have set new benchmarks in healthcare delivery and patient care. It is also credited for boosting medical tourism in Nigeria as its infrastructure is unmatched by any other hospital in the region.
EKO Hospital
The Eneli Kuku Obiora, known as EKO Hospital is located at Ikeja, Ikoyi, Central Lagos and Surulere. EKO hospital was established in 1982 and now offers a wide range of healthcare services delivered by trained and skilled medical professionals. EKO hospital in Ikeja is both a private teaching hospital and a tertiary institution, while the facility at Surulere is a 40-bedded secondary healthcare facility. EKO hospital was established in 1982 to succeed Mercy Specialist Clinic, which used to operate in the late 1970s and provide health care services to the entire people of Lagos State, Nigeria. EKO hospital provides secondary health care services for the local population of Lagos state, as well as national health care services. More so, EKO hospital is the first private hospital to be quoted on the floor of the Nigerian Stock Exchange.
St. Nicholas Hospital
St Nicholas Hospital is literally a large hospital providing integrated health care to include primary, secondary, and tertiary medical services to the entire nation.
St. Nicholas hospital has been at the forefront of medical care in Nigeria. The hospital was established in March 1968 and has continued to grow and expand its services while adopting quality health care practices according to world-class standards. St Nicholas hospital boasts of modern, state-of-the-art equipment.
St Nicholas Hospital provides a wide range of services including:
- Family medicine
- Pediatrics
- Obstetric
- Gynecology services
- Dermatology
- Digital x-ray services
- Dialysis unit
- Advanced surgeries as well as other general services
Reddington Multi-specialist Hospital
Reddington Multi-specialist Hospital was established on the 23rd of January 2001 with a cardiac center, in Victoria Island, in association with the renowned Cromwell Hospital in London.
What started out as a philosophy of providing the best cardiac care has now developed to the Reddington Multi-specialist Hospital, thereby providing a one-stop hospital for integrated health care in Nigeria. The Reddington Hospital provides health care services in the following areas and fields of medicine:
- Renal Dialysis
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Pediatrics
- Surgery (including Endoscopy and Day-case Surgery)
- Ophthalmology
- ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) Surgery
- Radiology
- Psychiatry
Reddington hospital uses the latest technology in providing health care in these various fields. The hospital is reputed for delivering a comprehensive- first-class medical service in Nigeria.
Meridian Hospital – Rivers State
Meridian Hospital was established in 1996 and is currently led by Dr. Odoh Iyke, who is a family physician. The hospital is located in Number 21, Igbokwe Street, D Line, Port Harcourt, Rivers state. Meridian Hospital provides services in the following departments:
- General Medicine
- Surgery
- Obstetrics/Gynecology
- Pediatrics
- Optometry
- Ophthalmology
- ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) Surgery
- Automated Laboratory
- Digitalized X-ray unit, ECG and Ultrasound
St. Catherine’s Specialist Hospital, Abuja
St. Catherine’s Hospital was founded on the 1st of June, 1999. It started as a 10-bed hospital in Port Harcourt, Rivers state. The hospital relocated to its own headquarters in Port Harcourt on 31st July 2007 and has continued to grow tremendously over the years. The hospital launched a branch in Abuja which began operations on the 25th of January, 2016.
St Catherine’s Specialist Hospital, Abuja is frequently rated as one of the best in Nigeria. The hospital is based at Number 6, Odienna Close, off Libreville Street in Wuse 2, Abuja. St Catherine’s provides expert services in Family medicine, Gynecology, Pediatrics and Urology, etc.
Divine Medical Centre
Divine Medical Centre is situated at Number 53, Norman Williams Street, Victoria Island. The Divine Medical Centre offers access to some of Nigeria’s leading specialists. Divine Medical Centre remains one of the highest-rated hospitals in terms of patient care, best experience and delivery. The hospital was established in 1995 and has grown to become a one-stop multi-specialist hospital, providing solutions to many healthcare problems. The Divine Medical Centre is renowned for providing services in the following medical fields:
- Cardiac services
- Neurology
- Liver unit
- Urology
- Gynecology and other forms of acute medicine.
The hospital has one of the most comprehensive state-of-the-art technology in the entire country.
Vantage Medical Centre(VMC)
Vantage Medical Centre(VMC) was established in 1999 by Dr. Ayo Shonibare. The hospital was founded to provide comprehensive urological and vascular access services. VMC is committed to providing high-quality care of international standards to all their patients. VMC offers a variety of services from preventive measures, diagnostic to the treatment of cancer, using state of the art techniques and equipment. Health care services offered at Vantage Medical Centre are carried out in a comfortable setting. The mission of the hospital is to deliver qualitative healthcare with a focus on men’s health, prostate disease and vascular access for dialysis patients.
Blue Cross Hospital
Blue Cross Hospital are a reputable healthcare provider with vast years of experience. Blue Cross Hospital provides services to individuals, corporate organizations and Health Management Organizations (HMOs). The hospital was established in 1977 and is located in the commercial nerve center of Ogba, Ikeja. The hospital is effectively run with uninterrupted power supply along with different ambulances service to cater for emergency service.
Jolad hospital
Jolad hospital is renowned for its expertise in maternity services and handling most tropical diseases. The hospital also offers affordable and quality services through well-educated medical personnel.
With a wealth of experience that spans over three decades, the client base at R. Joland has been steadily increasing.
St Ives Specialist Hospital
St. Ives is a multi-specialist hospital in Lagos state that offers dedicated expert services in all areas of family health, including women and children. St. Ives specialist hospital is located in Surulere. The hospital has a functional and well-equipped labor ward and theatre capable of most major surgeries.
St. Ives hospital was founded in 1996 as a 3-bedroom apartment in Ikeja. The hospital has grown into a very reputable multi-specialist healthcare provider. It now operates from four branches in Ikoyi and Ikeja, Lagos state, as well as in Ibarra, Abeokuta in Ogun state.
One distinguishing service offered at St. Ives, is the In-Vitro Fertilization (IVF) treatments, which are affordable and accessible. The hospital aims to provide an advanced competitive IVF and Fertility Service of international Standard at an affordable cost to couples in Nigeria.
Parklande Specialist Hospital
Parklande Specialist hospital is a multi-specialist hospital that focuses on the health of women and children. The hospital aims to provide quality medical services to patients. Parklande hospital uses well-experienced professionals and provides a client-friendly environment. The hospital operates 24 hours and 7 days with emergency services, and a medical doctor on call at all times. The hospital also has in-house specialists for various fields. Parklande is a good choice if you are looking for a hospital where quality services are affordable yet not compromised.