It was indeed a successful event with the house officers themselves attesting to the graciousness of the #ArdIsthfamily.
The president gave his welcome address with his usual warm smile and charged the houseofficers to be of good conduct, reminding them of their primary purpose, which is to learn and build their characters for the future. He encouraged them to always turn to the ARD for help whenever they have issues.
Election of the House officers' representative into the position of Ex-officio 3 of the executive team would be conducted in the coming days.
Dr Ehidiamen Thomas, Chief resident of the department of Obstetrics and gynecology, also reiterated the need to have individual learning plans, that would drive them to partake and acquire specific skill sets that they would need as medical officers.
He reassured them of the continuous mentorship available to them from chief residents and senior colleagues in their everyday work activities.
Dr Chuks abejegah, now fellow of the faculty of community medicine, admonished them further and introduced them to the presence of CMDA in our community.
The CMAC, an invitee to the occasion, also joined in welcoming them and re-echoed management's good disposition in catering for their welfare.
He hinted that management is working on measures to reducing the burden of errands being run by HOs, that once completed, an official circular would be released and solicited for ARD's backing to making it see the light of day.
This gift was received with love and thankfulness for the association.
The house officers residing in the HOQ were asked to make a list of the challenges in their apartments and channel via her office for onward transmission to the appropriate quarters for action.
Dr Imadiyi, Chief resident of the department of anaesthesia, led the cardiopulmonary resuscitation session, where all HOs had hands-on on BLS. It was just awesome.
Refreshments was made available to oil the lips of all in attendance.
We are grateful to the entire members of the ARD ISTH for allowing the executives give expression to this nouveau welcoming idea.
Special mention to all executive members.
Special thanks to all chief residents that were in attendance and we acknowledge those that took excuse for the kind gestures
Finally, Greetings to all new house officers. Thanks for making the event a success.
We look forward to more promising events together.
Long live ARD ISTH.
Long live the medical profession.
