By Isaac Olufemi Ojo
In a bold move to scale up Nigeria’s local healthcare ecosystem and stem the tide of medical tourism, Helix DX Diagnostics Imaging Medical Center has officially launched a cutting-edge branch in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.
Located at 5 Alao Akala Expressway, the grand opening of the sophisticated digital facility was graced by an array of dignitaries, traditional leaders, and medical luminaries.
The Chief Executive Officer of Helix DX, Dr. Wale Abolarin diagnostic while leading the charge at the event described the new facility as a world-class laboratory and medical evaluation center built by Nigerians, owned by Nigerians, and designed to meet the rigorous standards of the best medical institutions anywhere in the world.
Reinforcing the foundational philosophy of the organization, Dr. Abolarin noted that accurate diagnosis remains the bedrock of effective medical treatment.
He explained that the center—an extension of Helix Healthcare Inc. in America—was established out of a profound commitment to make diagnostic services easily accessible, support national healthcare development, and champion women’s welfare.
Dr Abolarin added that through modern technology, skilled professionals, and a patient-centered approach, Helix DX Imaging is determined to be part of the solution by bringing advanced diagnostic capacity closer to those who need it.
While emphasising that reliable medical diagnosis is essential to building a healthier society, he maintained that the center is equipped state of the art diagnostic technology.
Highlighting the facility’s technological edge, the CEO disclosed that the center houses an ultra-modern MRI machine utilizing the latest global, helium-free technology to deliver faster and more accurate results.
Additionally, the facility features a digital mammographer equipped with 3D tomosynthesis capable of detecting the earliest signs of breast cancer, advanced 3D and 4D X-ray systems, and cutting-edge high-precision ultrasound technologies that offer expectant parents clearer, unprecedented imaging of their unborn babies.
Aside this services , HelixDX also offers clinical laboratory services , screening and preventive health packages, and emergency ambulance support .
Dr. Abolarin added that To guarantee uninterrupted operations and rapid service delivery, the Ibadan center runs entirely on sustainable solar energy, enabling diagnostic results to be processed swiftly and transmitted digitally to anywhere in the world.
While complimenting the CEOs vision, the Managing Director of Helix DX, Muyiwa Abolarin, reiterated the organization’s dedication to providing timely, reliable, and precise diagnostic information to patients in need, ensuring that quality healthcare is no longer a luxury reserved for those who travel abroad or outside the state.
He added that at HelixDX diagnostic service delivery has been made seamless, adding that accessing result for sensitive and culture which takes between 4 and 7 days at other centre’s only takes 4 hours at HelixDx Ibadan, making treatment for patients faster.
Moreover , he added that their charges are relatively moderate for the type of service to be offered to residents of Oyo state and Nigeria at large .
In his goodwill message, the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Adewolu Rashidi Ladoja, lauded the facilitators for opening the center.
He reiterated that the facility would contribute immensely to improving access to quality healthcare in Ibadan, adding that it aligns with the city’s progressive vision.
The Chief Medical Director of LAUTECH Teaching Hospital, Professor Olawale Olakulehin, maintained that the establishment of the center bridges a critical gap in healthcare delivery in Oyo State and Nigeria at large.
While noting that accurate diagnosis remains the soul of healthcare, he stated that situating the diagnostic and laboratory center in Ibadan will significantly reduce the challenges patients face when seeking specialized diagnostics that were previously difficult to access outside of states like Lagos.
In the same vein, the Chief Medical Director of UCH, Professor Jesse Otegbayo, congratulated Dr. Abolarin for siting the world-class center in the heart of Ibadan. He expressed UCH’s readiness to partner with the facility to advance healthcare delivery in the city and beyond.
