Save A Life Mission Hospital’s cutting-edge digital tools could improve Nigeria’s health outcomes by over 60 percent, according to Leo Stan Ekeh, chairman of Zinox Group and a leading tech entrepreneur.
Ekeh, during a visit to the Port Harcourt-based facility, praised the hospital’s innovative technology, which he believes can curb inefficiencies and reduce the need for Nigerians to seek medical care abroad, marking a significant step toward transforming the nation’s healthcare landscape.
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The hospital, led by Richard Okoye, stands as Nigeria’s most digitally advanced healthcare institution, operating a fully integrated database system that streamlines patient records and diagnostics with precision rivalling top global hospitals.
Ekeh, a serial digital entrepreneur, described the facility as no ordinary hospital, emphasising its ecosystem driven by innovation and a commitment to saving lives. “The digital tools here are a game-changer. They are culturally sensitive, accessible even in rural areas, and can revolutionise healthcare delivery,” he told journalists.
Among the hospital’s innovations is a digital sugar level monitoring system that tracks glucose levels and sends real-time alerts to consultants for timely interventions. Other tools replicate the expertise of healthcare professionals, like doctors, nurses, pharmacists, lab scientists, radiologists, and physiotherapists, allowing them to focus on critical cases and research. These technologies are designed to function in areas with unreliable power and no resident doctors, operating in local languages like Yoruba, Igbo, and Hausa to ensure inclusivity.
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Ekeh’s visit reinforced his belief in Nigeria’s potential. “With common sense and technology, Nigerians can lead anywhere in the world,” he said, urging corporate organisations and government bodies to partner with Save A Life to expand access to its cost-efficient, high-quality healthcare solutions.
Okoye, dubbed a miracle doctor by Ekeh, stated, “Building hospitals is not enough. We need digital solutions to deliver quality care efficiently.”
