St. Mary Hospital – Compassionate Care Since 1950

A venerable Catholic Mission Hospital established in 1950, and the founding pillar behind BECOHTECH.

Our Rich Heritage

St. Mary Hospital has served as a pillar of healthcare in Essien Udim and its surrounding communities for over seven decades.

Founded on 7 June 1950, St. Mary Hospital embodies over 75 years of dedicated service. As both a Catholic mission hospital and the primary healthcare facility of BECOHTECH, we fulfil the healing ministry of Jesus Christ—standing as a beacon of hope, blending spiritual compassion with clinical excellence, offering high-quality services 24/7 Since opening our doors over 75 years ago, our lifelong commitment to education and community wellness led to the establishment of BECOHTECH, ensuring that the generations to come are trained in both health science and service.

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  • Mission

    To provide effective and efficient healthcare in the healing ministry of Jesus Christ and the Catholic Church through the provision of holistic care to all who are ill

  • Vision

    Delivering a strong, dynamic, and responsive healthcare service for all humanity

  • Core Values

    Professionalism, transaprency, integrity, excellence, accountability and innovation

Comprehensive Services You Can Trust


We offer a wide range of medical services, all backed by approved standards and compassionate care:

  • 1. Obstetrics & Gynecology – Including subsidized antenatal care
  • 2. Maternal & Child Health
  • 3. Emergency & 24Hour Consultancy
  • 4. General & Specialized Surgery
  • 5. Outpatient (OPD) Services
  • 6. Diagnostic & Laboratory Services
  • 7. Radiology & Imaging
  • 8. Pharmaceutical Services
  • 9. Cardiology

Special Programs:

  • 1. Free Monthly Medical Outreaches
  • 2. Free HIV Testing & Counselling
  • 3. Subsidized Antenatal Care
  • 4. Sponsorships for Free Treatments (Less Privileged)

Why You Should Choose St. Mary Hospital


  • 1. NGORegistered, Accredited & Approved: Fully registered and approved by CAC, CHAN, NHIS, and AKHIS
  • 2. Affordable & Accessible: Affordable care through subsidies and sponsorships— discounts, even free treatments for the needy
  • 3. Faith-Based Care: Centralized kindness, respect, and dignity in every patient interaction
  • 4. Always Open: 24/7 services with experienced medical staff
  • 5. Education First: As the founding institution of BECOHTECH, we lead in hands-on training for future health professionals

St. Mary Hospital stands as a cornerstone of healthcare in Essien Udim LGA. Our free monthly outreaches, HIV campaigns, and subsidized antenatal programs reflect our commitment to reaching those who need us most.

For appointments, referral or more information send a mail to maryhospital1950@gmail.com Or call on 08051415614. For more information log unto our website

Education not limited by distance, creed, finance or disability

We are here to provide innovative, community-focused education and research in health science and technology.