The University Teaching Hospital (UTH), established in 1910 and located in Lusaka, is Zambia’s largest public hospital and its foremost center for advanced care, medical education, and research. As the country’s principal national referral institution, UTH handles a very high volume of complex cases from all over Zambia. It plays a pivotal role in training doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals, while offering care that ranges from primary to the most specialized tertiary services. The hospital is strategically situated in the Ridgeway area of Lusaka, about 4 km east of the city center, and provides both inpatient and outpatient care across all major specialties.

• General medicine and surgery

• Emergency and trauma care (24/7)

• Pediatrics and neonatology

• Obstetrics and gynecology

• Cardiology and cardiac surgery

• Nephrology and kidney transplantation

• Oncology (cancer care)

• Infectious diseases (HIV/AIDS, TB)

• Internal medicine (gastroenterology, hepatology)

• Neurosurgery, orthopedics, and urology

• Radiology and pathology

• Blood bank, intensive care, dialysis, and specialized outpatient clinics

• UTH is highly regarded for providing comprehensive and innovative care at national and regional levels.

• The hospital adheres to high clinical standards in patient safety, infection control, and hygiene.

• Major investments have supported modernization of services, including new ICU beds, diagnostic equipment, and ongoing infrastructure upgrades.

• An overall bed occupancy rate of about 82% reflects continued high demand and trust in the facility.

Vision:
To be the center of excellence for healthcare in Zambia and the region by providing innovative treatment interventions through ongoing research.

Mission:
To provide affordable quality health care; function as a national referral center; train healthcare providers; and conduct research to find solutions to current health challenges while fostering the development of the country’s science and healthcare sectors.