Avon Medical Practice has unveiled a fully upgraded Intensive Care Unit (ICU) valued at N200 million, marking a major expansion of its critical-care capacity and reinforcing its long-term commitment to delivering world-class healthcare services within Nigeria. The new ICU, housed in the hospital’s recently commissioned building extension, is designed to manage high-acuity medical cases that require continuous monitoring, advanced life-support systems, and specialised clinical expertise.
The investment comes at a time when Nigeria’s healthcare sector continues to grapple with gaps in access to advanced care, often forcing patients to seek treatment abroad. By strengthening its in-house critical-care capabilities, Avon Medical aims to directly address this challenge, reduce medical tourism, and ensure that patients can receive complex and life-saving interventions without leaving the country.
The enhanced ICU operates round the clock and is staffed by a multidisciplinary team led by a Consultant Intensivist. The team includes three intensive-care physicians, three critical-care nurses working in rotation, three nursing assistants, and a network of on-call specialists across key disciplines. This structure ensures continuous expert supervision and rapid clinical decision-making for patients with severe and unstable conditions.
According to the hospital, the unit is equipped to manage a wide range of critical cases, including severe respiratory failure, sepsis, post-operative complications, cardiac emergencies, and multi-organ dysfunction. These conditions typically require not only specialised equipment but also highly trained personnel capable of responding swiftly to changing patient needs.
The ICU features an array of advanced medical technologies comparable to those found in leading international facilities. These include mechanical ventilators with multi-mode capabilities to support patients with varying respiratory needs, continuous vital-signs monitors for real-time tracking of patient status, and comprehensive infusion systems fitted with multiple infusion pumps and syringe drivers. The unit is also equipped with defibrillators with backup pads, electrocardiogram (ECG) machines, blood warmers, and specialist ICU beds with pressure-relieving air mattresses designed to prevent bed sores in long-stay patients.
Additional infrastructure includes a medical-grade air-filtration system to reduce infection risks, efficient patient-transport systems for safe internal transfers, and low-pressure bedding solutions that enhance patient comfort while supporting clinical outcomes. Collectively, these features position the ICU as a high-standard critical-care environment capable of handling complex medical emergencies.
Speaking at the unveiling, Akinbiyi Oke, Chief Executive Officer of Avon Medical Practice, described the development as a strategic milestone for the organisation. He said the commencement of ICU operations at the new building underscores the hospital’s unwavering commitment to excellence in healthcare delivery.
According to him, the N200 million investment reflects Avon Medical’s determination to bridge gaps in access to specialised healthcare services and to provide timely, precise, and high-quality care for critically ill patients. He added that the expanded ICU strengthens the hospital’s ability to respond promptly to emergencies while reaffirming its mission of ensuring Nigerians have access to world-class healthcare without the need to travel abroad.
Also commenting on the upgrade, Olubunmi Salako, Head of Clinical Services, noted that the ICU team has undergone extensive training in advanced life-support and critical-care protocols. She explained that the enhanced capacity enables the hospital to deliver evidence-based care aligned with international best practices, ensuring patients receive continuous expert attention 24 hours a day.
The ICU is accessible at all times through the hospital’s Accident and Emergency Department and is available to both private-paying and insured patients, broadening access to advanced care across different patient groups.
Avon Medical Practice operates as a 50-bed multi-speciality healthcare provider with a reputation for prioritising patient experience and clinical quality. Its facilities include a full-service hospital, multiple on-site clinics, a modern dialysis centre, and integrated pharmacy and laboratory services. Since its inception, the organisation has focused on delivering affordable, high-quality healthcare across the continuum of care—from primary services to specialised treatments and wellness programmes.
With the launch of this enhanced ICU, Avon Medical Practice strengthens its position as a key player in Nigeria’s evolving healthcare landscape, demonstrating how targeted private-sector investment can help close critical gaps in healthcare delivery and improve outcomes for patients nationwide.
Emmanuel Bassey is a Financial Expert that has worked in the Banking and Finance Industry for over 15+ years across different banks in Nigeria
