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ABOUT ST. JOSEPHS' EYE HOSPITAL
We Have 15 Years Of Experience in Eye Care Services
St Joseph’s Eye Hospital Mgbirichi is one of the leading super specialty eye care centre. It has carefully planned the accessibility to ensure that specialty care is available at the nearest, when patients need at the earliest.
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- Best Eye Service
- Patient Safety Treatment
- Professional Ophthamologist
- Affordable Pricing
Comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, and more.
Accurate prescriptions and quality eyewear solutions including glasses, contact lenses, and pediatric vision care.
Advanced surgical procedures for cataracts, glaucoma, retinal conditions, and other vision-threatening disorders.
Safe, precise laser treatments for refractive errors, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and post-cataract complications.
Specialized care and vision aids to help patients with permanent vision loss live independently.
State-of-the-art diagnostic tests like OCT, fundus photography, visual fields, and corneal mapping for accurate detection of eye diseases.
OUR SERVICES
Our Services
Care Beyond Our Walls
Community Outreach
The Family and Human Life Commission is dedicated to promoting the dignity of marriage, nurturing healthy family relationships, and upholding the value of human life. Through counselling, formation, and pastoral care, we help couples, parents, and young people grow in unity, understanding, and Christian love.

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To build a society where marriages flourish, families live in peace and harmony, and every human life is valued, respected, and protected.

Health Education
Our mission is to guide families through faith-based counselling, education, and support them overcome challenges, deepen their relationships, and live out God’s plan for love, unity, and holiness.

School Outreach
Our mission is to ignite transformative change by channeling resource, knowledge, and empathy towards the betterment of society's.
WHY CHOOSE US
A Legacy of Excellence in Diagnostics
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15+ Years of Experience
Trusted specialist eye care for over 15 years.
Advanced Diagnosis & Treatment
Modern technology for accurate eye care.
Optical & Low-Vision Support
Prescription lenses, optical services and low-vision rehabilitation tailored to patient needs.
Specialist Ophthalmology Team
Resident and visiting ophthalmology specialists.
Comprehensive Eye Care for All Ages
Specialist care for adults and children.
Hospital & Community Outreach
A 66-bed eye hospital serving patients both within the hospital and through community outreach programmes.
TESTIMONIAL
What Our Patients Say
We tried so hard to source money for treatment but no avail but fortunately he has been operated of eye surgeries and now doing so great. On behalf of my family, all thanks to DMMM/CBM. We’re so grateful to receive this support.
Sarah AdimoraWorking with the team was effortless — clear communication, deep care, and an unwavering commitment to people first, always. The outcome exceeded what we had even hoped for at the start of the engagement.
Chinedu OkaforOUR GALLERY
Care, People, and Experiences That Make Us Unique
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- Surgeries & Theatre
- Our Team
- Outreach & Training

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Welcome to St Joseph’s Eye Hospital Mgbirichi
Welcome to St Joseph’s eye hospital Mgbirichi, a mission eye care hospital based in the eastern part of Nigeria. In December 2009, started our operations in Imo state, and have now extended services to Abia state. The hospital is owned and managed by the Congregation of the Daughters of Mary, Mother of Mercy (DMMM) Nigeria.
With the support of our partners, Christian Blind Mission International (CBM), Vision for the Poor USA, Ezebilo Foundation and Divine Okwara Charity Foundation, we have been providing outstanding patient care services using the latest medical advancement and technology and following all the international standards of ophthalmology care within and around the states.
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Rev. Sr. Dr. Christiana Ubaka
A WORD FROM THE DIRECTOR
Welcome to St Joseph’s Eye Hospital Mgbirichi
Welcome to St Joseph’s eye hospital Mgbirichi, a mission eye care hospital based in the eastern part of Nigeria. In December 2009, started our operations in Imo state, and have now extended services to Abia state. The hospital is owned and managed by the Congregation of the Daughters of Mary, Mother of Mercy (DMMM) Nigeria.
With the support of our partners, Christian Blind Mission International (CBM), Vision for the Poor USA, Ezebilo Foundation and Divine Okwara Charity Foundation, we have been providing outstanding patient care services using the latest medical advancement and technology and following all the international standards of ophthalmology care within and around the states.
“St Joseph’s eye hospital provides services to patients and beneficiaries irrespective of their race, ethnicity, gender or religion.”
St Joseph’s eye hospital provides services to patients and beneficiaries irrespective of their race, ethnicity, gender or religion.
It Is A Seminary That Has Gone Into The Second Decade Since Its Inception In The Year, 2000. And It Is Located At Onitsha Which Is A City In Anambra State That Is Found In The South-Eastern Part Of Nigeria.
We Are Ready To Serve Your Various Eye Problems
OUR PROCESS
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Eye health is the state in which vision, ocular health, functional ability is maximized, thereby contributing to overall health and well-being, social inclusion, and quality of life.
Below are ways of keeping the eyes healthy
Good eye health begins from your plate. Nutrients like Vit A, E, C, Omega 3 fatty acids, lutein, zeaxanthin, zinc, might help to prevent problem or reduce complications.
Diet and regular upkeep are two important factors in taking care of your eyes. Eye exercises can restore your sight. Your eyes are the window to the world. It’s important that you take care of them.
Diet and regular upkeep are two important factors in taking care of your eyes. Eye exercises can restore your sight. Your eyes are the window to the world. It’s important that you take care of them.
Eyeglasses are important personal use items. They require great care because the frame and the lenses are very fragile and can be damaged at the slightest impact. High quality frames and lenses are considerably expensive, which makes eyeglasses quite an investment. It also takes time and effort to find the perfect eyeglasses according to prescription and requirements.
- CONJUNCTIVA AND CORNEAL FOREIGN BODY
- Evert lids, irrigate with clean water (over a running tap), and refer to the hospital as soon as possible.
Work Hours
- Clinic days Mondays – Fridays by 7am to 5pm
- Surgery days - Tuesdays and Thursdays
- Community outreach - Selected Saturdays
- Low vision clinic - Every Fridays
- School eye health program - As Scheduled
Emergency Call
(+234) 706 313 0156
My son was in serious pain and gradually losing his sight, but St. Joseph’s Eye Hospital, with the support of DMMM/CBM, gave us hope. Today, he is doing well and free from pain. May God bless them for their kindness.
Mark Rise