About us

Established in 1982, SHIM OAUTHC has a mission to produce well-rounded information and health practitioners in the nation.

School of Health and Information Management, is an off-shoot of the Obafemi Awolowo Teaching Hospital Complex, which is also known as the Ife Philosophy. The philosophy provides for an integrated health care delivery system with emphasis on comprehensive health care services based on a pyramid comprising School of Health Information Management primary care at the base, and secondary and tertiary services, designed to secure improvement in the physical, mental and socio-economic well-being of Nigerians through preventive, promotive diagnostic, restorative and rehabilitative services.

HISTORY OF SHIM OAUTHC

At its 10th meeting held on Wednesday, 22nd and Thursday 23rd September 1982, the Management Board, Ife University Teaching Hospital Complex as it was named then approved the establishment of the School of Medical Records with effect from 29th October,1982. The establishment of the school was in line with the policy of the government of Federal Republic of Nigeria as regards training of Health professionals.

The school took off on Monday, 29th October, 1982 under the headship of Mr. D. Ona Akanji (F.H.R.), the then scribe of the Nigeria Health Records services, as the course Coordinator. Shortly after his retirement in 1996, Mr. Akin Ibimilua, ably assisted by Mr. Samson Olatoki and a group of other competent officers took over the saddle and spiced the programme with dynamism and vigour.

Today, the school is headed by an amiable and erudite scholar, who is also a product of the school years ago, Mrs. Folasade Adediran. The school is presently situated within a magnificent building tastily built by the management of OAUTHC under the leadership of Professor Sanya Adejuyigbe, an internationally acclaimed Professor of paediatric surgery and Chief Medical Director/Chief Executive of OAUTHC, Ile-lfe.

Presently, the school has gone beyond the original concept of its founders. It has not only made phenomenal impact in the training of professional health Information Managers in Nigeria, the school programmed has recently undergone tremendous restructuring and redesigning, leading to the change of nomenclature of the training programmed from medical Records to Health Information Management in line with the directive of International Federation of Health Records Organization (IFHRO), a subsidiary of World Health Organization (WHO), This is in response to changing manpower needs of the Health industry in Nigeria, as well as the need to ensure that the school training programme continually meet the objectives for which it is established.

What makes us different?

SHIM OAUTHC is different because it offers a wide range of courses and health related services to produce highly effective students

Since inception, the school’s main thrust in the meeting these broad objectives has been training of middle and high-level manpower for industries. Its courses were designed to provide necessary skills and professional ethics for those who would function in the health institutions generally.

The whole academic programme has been crafted with a desire to expose prospective health information management students to both the core and elective courses in the programme in a hierarchically fashion, terminating in a comprehensive two tier National and Higher Diploma in Health Information Management.

50+

Courses offered with highly trained and qualified lecturers, plus several electives.

States across the federation represented by over 300 Students.

87.6%

Gender inclusiveness across board, from staff to students.

Teaching faculty with 15 men and 20 women.

Students receive financial aid and selected via entrance test.

3:1

Students teacher ratio, for proper attention on child.

Meet the team

MR. AKINGBOLA OMAKANYE

HEAD OF SCHOOL, SHIM OAUTHC

As the Head of School, Mr. Akingbola oversees the academic and operational functions of the institution, ensuring educational standards are met. He develop and implement school policies, manage staff, and foster a positive learning environment.

PROF. MRS. ENIOLA
EZIYI

CHIEF MEDICAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

Mrs. Eniola Eziyi provides expert guidance on medical policies and practices within the institution. She review and update health protocols, ensuring compliance with current medical standards.

PROF. JOHN AKINTUNDE OKENIYI

CHIEF MEDICAL DIRECTOR

Prof. John Akintunde oversees the medical services provided by the institution, ensuring high-quality patient care. He manages medical staff, coordinate healthcare programs, and implement medical policies.

MRS. M. FOLUKE

DIRECTOR OF FINANCE

Mrs. Foluke manages the financial operations of the institution, including budgeting, accounting, and financial planning. She ensures the efficient allocation of resources, oversee financial reporting, and maintain fiscal integrity.

MR. ADEWUYI

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Mr. Adewuyi supports the daily administrative functions of the institution, including managing office operations, handling correspondence, and maintaining records. He coordinate various administrative activities, assist with event planning, and ensure effective communication within the institution.

MRS. ADESINA

SECRETARY TO THE HOS

As the Secretary of the Head of School, Mrs. Adesina provides administrative support to the Head of School, including managing schedules, handling correspondence, and organizing meetings. She assists in coordinating school events and maintaining confidential records.

MRS. MATHIAS OLUWAFUNMILAYO

LECTURER

Mrs. Abolade is one of our lecturers responsible for delivering course content, conducting lectures, and facilitating discussions to enhance student learning. She prepares and assesses assignments, exams, and provide feedback to students.

MR. ADESOJI ADENIREGUN

DEAN STUDENT AFFAIRS

Mr. Adesoji oversees the well-being and development of students, managing services such as counseling, housing, and extracurricular activities. He advocate for student needs and ensure a supportive campus environment.

MR. LAMIDI SEMIU