Dire Dawa University

Teaching & Referral Hospital

Providing quality healthcare to the community while serving as a center for medical education, clinical training, research, and professional development.

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Community Care
Comprehensive healthcare services
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Emergency Care
Emergency and referral services
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University Hospital
Teaching and clinical training
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Research
Health research and innovation
About the Hospital

Healthcare, Education & Research

Dire Dawa University Teaching and Referral Hospital combines patient care with medical education and research, contributing to the health and wellbeing of communities in Dire Dawa and the wider eastern Ethiopia region.

Serving the Community

A University Hospital With a Community Mission

As a university teaching and referral hospital, DDU-TRH provides clinical services while creating a practical learning environment for students and health professionals.

The hospital connects healthcare delivery, professional training, and health research to contribute to improved health outcomes across the region.

Our role goes beyond treating patients.
We educate future health professionals, support clinical research, and work with the community to improve health awareness and healthcare delivery.
Our Core Mission

Three Pillars of the University Hospital

The hospital brings together healthcare delivery, education, and research in one integrated environment.

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Patient Care

Providing clinical and referral healthcare services to patients and communities requiring specialized and comprehensive care.

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Medical Education

Providing practical clinical learning opportunities for medical and health science students and healthcare professionals.

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Research & Innovation

Supporting health research and evidence-based practices that can contribute to better healthcare outcomes.

Healthcare Services

Care for the Community

The hospital provides a range of clinical and referral services to meet the healthcare needs of patients.

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Emergency Care

Urgent medical assessment, stabilization, and emergency treatment for patients requiring immediate care.

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Outpatient Services

Clinical consultation, diagnosis, treatment, follow-up, and referral services for patients.

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Inpatient Care

Hospital-based treatment and care for patients requiring admission and continuous clinical monitoring.

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Diagnostic Services

Clinical laboratory, imaging, and other diagnostic services supporting patient assessment and treatment.

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Maternal & Child Health

Healthcare services supporting mothers, newborns, children, and families.

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Specialized Care

Specialized clinical services and referral care delivered through qualified healthcare professionals.

Community Engagement

Healthcare Beyond the Hospital

Our hospital participates in activities that connect healthcare professionals, students, partners, and the wider community.

Community Outreach

Health education, awareness, screening, and community-focused healthcare activities.

Clinical Training

Practical learning and clinical experience for health science students and professionals.

Health Campaigns

Public health initiatives and awareness activities addressing community health priorities.

Hospital Events

Conferences, training sessions, celebrations, partnerships, and institutional activities.

News & Activities

What's Happening at the Hospital

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Featured Activity

Community Health Outreach

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Training

Clinical Training & Development

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Hospital News

Hospital Events & Updates

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Hospital Information

Dire Dawa University Teaching and Referral Hospital

Dire Dawa, Ethiopia

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Emergency Services

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Caring for Our Community

Dire Dawa University Teaching and Referral Hospital brings healthcare, education, and research together to contribute to healthier communities and a stronger healthcare system.

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