The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD) has raised concerns over the recent decision by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to upgrade degree titles in Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, and Optometry from bachelor’s degrees to “Doctor” status across Nigerian universities.
In a communiqué published on its official X handle on Thursday, the Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors (NARD), through a statement signed by its executive council, addressed the recent decision by the National Universities Commission (NUC) to upgrade certain degree titles in the health sector.
While NARD acknowledged the aspirations of other healthcare professionals for improved recognition and welfare, it cautioned that the policy shift could trigger confusion among patients and escalate professional rivalry within the health sector.