From our news desk, Benin
The first set of medical doctors of the Edo State University, Uzairue has been inducted by the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN).
The inductees who were the first set of Bachelor of Medicine (MB) and Bachelor of Surgery (MS) class pf 2022 in the Faculty of Medicine of the University, graduated within six years and two weeks record time.
Performing the induction and oath taking ceremony, the Registrar, Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria (MDCN), Dr. T.A.B Sanusi advised the newly inducted doctors to take their profession very serious.
Asserting that the MDCN is a statutory body established by law through the federal Government; Sanusi told the graduands that their calling was to serve humanity hence, they should be very compassionate in their dealings with their patients.
"This profession is like the paramilitary; there are many dos and don't, the responsibility attached to it is more than the excitement you have today, we are dealing with human life therefore you must ensure that you do no harm to any individual."
The Registrar however thanked the State Government for the support towards the establishment of the University's medical school and upgrade of the Auchi General Hospital to Edo State University Uzairue Teaching Hospital which he said, the MDCN has accredited for housemanship for young doctors.
Earlier in his address, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Engr. Prof Emmanuel Aluyor said the momentous occasion marks a significant milestone in the history of education in Nigeria.
Congratulating the inductees, the VC noted that their persistent, resilience, dedication, unwavering commitment to studies in the pursuit of knowledge, and determination to become medical professionals enabled them to complete the rigorous program in record time.
Prof. Aluyor also expressed his deepest appreciation to the parents and guardians of the inductees for their unwavering support and confidence in the University adding that their faith, constant encouragement and sacrifices for the institution has been instrumental to their success.
To members of the Medical Faculty, he stated: "none of this would have been possible without the exceptional faculty members and trainers who have guided and mentored these students, your passion for teaching, dedication to your craft, your unwavering commitment to excellence have molded these students into competent and compassionate medical professionals".
Also, he appreciated the State Government for its visionary initiative to had established the University's medical school, also its continued investment in state-of-the-art facilities.
"The Government's unwavering commitment to education and healthcare has paved the way for the seamless graduation of these students, the state-of-the-art facilities provided have created an environment conducive for learning, research and innovation.
"The induction of the MBBS CLASS of 2022 remind us of the immense impact these newly trained physicians will have on the society, their expertise, compassion and commitment to healing will undoubtedly ameliorate health issues not only in Nigeria but also across the globe".
The VC also commended the MDCN for being a pillar of support, understanding and cooperation to ensuring the success of the ceremony.
Dr. Uche Roland Ojinmah, President, Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) delivered the lecture titled: 'Evolution and Ethical Implications of the Physical Pledge as a Guide for Medical practitioners.'
According to him, the nexus between the physician's oath and medical ethics could be conclusively said that ethics is numbered summation of the oath pledge while the medical oath is clearly the fundamental basis of medical ethics.
Hippocratic oath entails confidentiality, ethics and decency, appropriate referral, respect for human life and therapy; and ethics, he said.
Dr. Ojinmah added that oath started as a moral document with turn off Wi-Fi, heavy religious learning, segregation clauses and gender discrimination adding; that the oath had undergone modification based on landmark events, changing social beliefs and practices to become a better standard.
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