Professional Archives - St. Nicholas Hospital https://saintnicholashospital.com/service-category/professional/ One Of The Best Hospitals In Nigeria Tue, 14 Jun 2022 08:56:14 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.2.2 https://i0.wp.com/saintnicholashospital.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-Untitled_design__39_-removebg-preview.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Professional Archives - St. Nicholas Hospital https://saintnicholashospital.com/service-category/professional/ 32 32 161713189 Dialysis https://saintnicholashospital.com/service/dialysis-unit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=dialysis-unit Wed, 23 Jun 2021 14:55:14 +0000 https://saintnicholashospital.com/?post_type=thsn-service&p=6646 Dialysis The Dialysis Unit of St. Nicholas Hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Dialysis is a medical procedure in which the functions of a kidney to remove metabolic waste and excess water from the body are taking over by a machine. This may be done temporarily (days or weeks) or it may be carried out over a long time (years). With 15,000[…]

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The Dialysis Unit of St. Nicholas Hospital is dedicated to improving health outcomes for patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Dialysis is a medical procedure in which the functions of a kidney to remove metabolic waste and excess water from the body are taking over by a machine. This may be done temporarily (days or weeks) or it may be carried out over a long time (years).

With 15,000 new cases of kidney failure occurring every year in Nigeria and statistics showing a further 30 million Nigerians suffering from kidney disease, it is apparent that the provision of dialysis is a critical service to our clients.

We have the busiest privately owned dialysis unit in Lagos which we operate to international standards.

Our Objectives

The primary goal is to ensure a safe procedure with the best possible therapeutic outcome. By combining the latest technology, convenient scheduling, and a compassionate staff, the Dialysis Unit of St. Nicholas Hospital strives to provide its patients with the highest quality of dialysis care.

Our Team

We are staffed by a team of doctors, specialist nephrology nurses with extensive experience in all aspects of renal nursing, renal technicians and nutritionists. Our skilled staff work together to provide the best care possible and we emphasize compassion, comfort, and communication to ensure patients have all they need for the best possible experience.

Our Facility

We have 10-bed dialysis unit which is comfortable and spacious with all the equipment needed for dialysis. In addition, we have a separate dialysis unit in ICU for critically ill patients.

Operating Hours

Dialysis services are provided 24hrs every day at 57, Campbell Street, Lagos Island.

We also run a home service for clients that wish to dialyze at home and with their equipment.

Request an Appointment

Telephone:

  • +234-1-7641420
  • +234 8035251295
  • +234 8022908484

Email addresses:

  • dialysis@saintnicholashospital.com
  • info@saintnicholashospital.com

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]]> 6646 Orthopaedics & Trauma Unit https://saintnicholashospital.com/service/orthopaedicss-trauma-unit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=orthopaedicss-trauma-unit Wed, 21 Apr 2021 20:37:50 +0000 https://saintnicholashospital.com/?post_type=thsn-service&p=6393 Orthopaedics & Trauma Unit Orthopaedic surgeons deal with traumatic injuries to the bones and joints and diseases of the skeleton. At St. Nicholas Hospital, we provide both comprehensive elective (planned) and emergency services. The Team Our team consists of Medical Officers, Residents, and two visiting Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeons with vast expertise in emergency responses and procedures. They are supported by a team of experienced Nurses and paramedical staff[…]

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Orthopaedic surgeons deal with traumatic injuries to the bones and joints and diseases of the skeleton. At St. Nicholas Hospital, we provide both comprehensive elective (planned) and emergency services.

The Team

Our team consists of Medical Officers, Residents, and two visiting Consultant Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgeons with vast expertise in emergency responses and procedures. They are supported by a team of experienced Nurses and paramedical staff

Services

  1. Accident and Emergency
  • We are able to respond promptly to emergencies across various specialties which include orthopaedics and trauma, general surgery, urology, neurosurgery, ENT, ophthalmology, obstetrics and gynecological, paediatrics and medicine. Emergency procedures are carried out promptly at any hour of the day, when necessary.
  • In addition, we are able to carry out life-saving laboratory and radiological investigations to support our medical staff to manage emergencies efficiently and appropriately. We are supported by a fleet of well-equipped ambulances for the safe evacuation of emergency cases when necessary.
  1. Surgical

The Unit offers the following services:

  • Emergency and elective orthopaedic surgical procedures including internal fixations with intramedullary nails and plate and screws Image-guided surgeries.
  • Knee and hip total joint replacements
  • Paediatric orthopaedic surgeries
  • External Fixations
  • Hand and industrial accidents surgeries

Clinic

This service provides consultation and treatment for all general orthopaedic ailments. It is also where all follow-ups for all surgeries done in the hospital are attended to.

Hours of Operation

  • 24-hour Emergency response especially in Trauma cases.
  • Two Orthopaedic/ Trauma Clinics per week:
    • Thursday at 2 – 5 pm
    • Sunday at 12 – 5 pm

Individualized and Comprehensive Care

In addition to our orthopaedic trauma experts, our team collaborates with specialists from our other clinical departments to ensure that patients receive outstanding treatment for all their conditions. We aim to provide patient-focused care for the whole individual.

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]]> 6393 Obstetrics & Gynaecology https://saintnicholashospital.com/service/obstetrics-and-gynaecology/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=obstetrics-and-gynaecology Mon, 22 Mar 2021 03:36:22 +0000 https://test.saintnicholashospital.com/?post_type=thsn-service&p=5864 Obstetrics and Gynaecology Obstetrics and Gynaecology (often abbreviated to OB/GYN, OBG, O&G or Obs & Gynae) is the medical specialty that deals with the care of female reproductive organs’ health and the management of pregnancy. At St. Nicholas Hospital, we provide compassionate and knowledgeable health care to women through the varying stages of life Our team consists of experienced medical personnel, led by consultants Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. 1. Maternity Services:We[…]

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Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Obstetrics and Gynaecology (often abbreviated to OB/GYN, OBG, O&G or Obs & Gynae) is the medical specialty that deals with the care of female reproductive organs’ health and the management of pregnancy.

At St. Nicholas Hospital, we provide compassionate and knowledgeable health care to women through the varying stages of life

Our team consists of experienced medical personnel, led by consultants Obstetrician and Gynaecologist.

1. Maternity Services:
We provide general obstetrical care for both normal and high-risk pregnancies. We provide care before, during and after childbirth. Our services include pre-conception counseling & screening and obstetrical consultative services.

2. Maternal Fetal Medicine (MFM):
The MFM service offers outpatient consultation, ultrasound, genetic counseling and management of medical problems during pregnancy.

3. Gynaecological Services:
We provide a broad range of basic and specialized medical and surgical services, ranging from primary gynecologic health care which includes diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the female reproductive system, to treating malignancies of the female genital tract.

Hours of Operation

We provide:
24 hour Emergency response

Clinic times

  • Mondays, Tuesdays & Fridays – 10am – 4pm

Request an Appointment

  • Email address: clientservice@saintnicholashospital.com

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]]> 5864 Intensive Care Unit https://saintnicholashospital.com/service/intensive-care-unit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=intensive-care-unit Mon, 22 Mar 2021 01:01:27 +0000 https://test.saintnicholashospital.com/?post_type=thsn-service&p=5773 Intensive Care Unit Also known as Critical Care Unit (CCU), it provides intensive care treatment to patients with severe and life threatening illness and injuries that require close monitoring and support. Our team consisting perioperative and anaesthetic nurses as well as our intensivist are in charge of the specialised care required for patients in the ICU. St. Nicholas Hospital ICU has a higher staff-to-patient ratio and access to advanced medical[…]

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Intensive Care Unit

Also known as Critical Care Unit (CCU), it provides intensive care treatment to patients with severe and life threatening illness and injuries that require close monitoring and support. Our team consisting perioperative and anaesthetic nurses as well as our intensivist are in charge of the specialised care required for patients in the ICU.

St. Nicholas Hospital ICU has a higher staff-to-patient ratio and access to advanced medical resources, which results in good patient outcome.

St. Nicholas Hospital ICU caters to specific medical specialties, such as those listed below:

  • Paediatrics intensive care: Paediatrics patients are treated in this intensive care unit for life-threatening medical problems such as asthma, diabetic, or traumatic brain injury. Congenital heart disease are cared for Paediatrics cardiac intensive care units, where patients with congenital heart disease are cared for.
  • Coronary care: Also known as Cardiac Intensive Care or Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (this caters to patients specifically with life-threatening acute conditions such as cardiac arrest.
  • Neurological intensive care: Patients here are treated for an eurysms, brain tumors, stroke, snake bites and post-surgical patients who have undergone various neurological surgeries and require hourly neurological exams.
  • Post anaesthesia care: Also known as the post-operative recovery unit, or recovery room, provides immediate post-op observation and stabilization of patients following procedures.

  • Patients are usually held in such facilities for a limited amount of time, and must recover fully before transfer back to a ward, if the patient is unstable, they are normally transferred to a high dependency unit or post-operative critical care unit for closer observation.
    If a patient requires close observation, treatment and nursing care that cannot be provided on a general ward, we transfer to high dependency unit.

  • Surgical Intensive Care: An inpatient surgical service catering for critically ill patient.

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]]> 5773 Nephrology https://saintnicholashospital.com/service/nephrology-unit/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=nephrology-unit Mon, 01 Jun 2020 09:15:59 +0000 http://itinc.themesion.com/demo1/?post_type=thsn-service&p=12720 Nephrology Unit Nephrology is a specialty of medicine that concerns itself with the study of kidney functions, and the treatment of kidney problems including renal replacement therapy (dialysis and kidney transplantation). The Nephrology Unit aims to provide comprehensive, high quality, multidisciplinary, compassionate care in a friendly and supportive environment for people with kidney diseases and other conditions that affect or arise from the kidneys. Our Services The Department provides a[…]

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Nephrology Unit

  Nephrology is a specialty of medicine that concerns itself with the study of kidney functions, and the treatment of kidney problems including renal replacement therapy (dialysis and kidney transplantation). The Nephrology Unit aims to provide comprehensive, high quality, multidisciplinary, compassionate care in a friendly and supportive environment for people with kidney diseases and other conditions that affect or arise from the kidneys.

Our Services

The Department provides a full range of renal treatments for patients with kidney disease. This includes clinics for patients with chronic kidney disease (CKD), patients with a kidney transplant and patients nearing kidney failure, using our on-site haemodialysis unit. Kidney disease often coexists with other medical conditions such as heart disease, vascular disease and diabetes, and our team works closely with specialists from other disciplines to ensure that our patients receive the care that is appropriate to their individual health needs.

The treatment and specialist services we provide includes:

1. Dialysis
  • A dedicated outpatient facility and support for home and community dialysis
  • Haemodialysis available in our hospital and people on holiday/visting can also access this service
2. Acute kidney injury and chronic kidney disease care 3. Anaemia management 4. Conservative kidney management 5. General and specialist outpatient clinics for people with:
  • Advanced kidney disease
  • Diabetes and renal disease
6. Pre-kidney transplant service supported by counsellors and dietitians, to help prepare patients for transplant. 7. Kidney transplants and post kidney transplantation follow up (recipient and donor). The first kidney transplant in West African sub-region was done at St. Nicholas Hospital, Lagos Nigeria on the in 6th March 2000. With a dedicated renal transplant team we are able to give our patients with end stage renal failure, a better quality of life.

Our Staff

The renal unit is staffed with a team of experts (doctors, renal nurses, clinical nurse specialists, pharmacists, technicians and dieticians) led by a Consultant Nephrologist, Dr Ebun Bamgboye.

The St. Nicholas Hospital promise to you

We are passionate about putting the patient first, and aim to offer a consultant- delivered service. Each of the satellite units served by our renal unit has an on-site nephrologist presence at least twice a week, offering clinic and ward referral services.

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