LSTM, NPMCN, Wellbeing Foundation Conclude 2024 AOSS Training, Final Lap Commences In Lagos

The Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine (LSTM), in collaboration with the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria (NPMCN) and supported by the Wellbeing Foundation Africa, has commenced the final phase of the Advanced Obstetrics Surgical Skills (AOSS) Training for 2024 in Lagos State.

Under the Global Health Workforce Programme, this training aims to strengthen Nigeria’s healthcare system by equipping resident doctors with advanced surgical skills to improve maternal and newborn health outcomes.

The project has successfully trained 82 NPMCN examiners and 118 residents from affiliated institutions across Abuja, Kano, Enugu, and Lagos. This milestone reflects the year-long effort to enhance the surgical skills and decision-making capabilities of obstetrics and gynecology doctors, addressing gaps in managing obstetric complications. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Nigeria contributes to 20% of global maternal deaths, further proving the importance of this training.

At the opening session in Lagos on Monday, 9th December 2024, participants were introduced to the course objectives and the broader significance of the training. Dr. Oluwole Ayodeji, Faculty Chairman of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NPMCN, encouraged participants with his remarks, emphasizing the impact of the program on Nigeria’s healthcare system and faculty.

Throughout the year, the AOSS training has adopted a competency-based learning approach, seamlessly blending technical expertise with decision-making skills. Participants have consistently reported increased confidence in managing complex obstetric cases in their various institutions, demonstrating the program’s effectiveness in addressing the country’s healthcare challenges.