ANALYSING RISK IN MEDICINE AND SURGERY: A TRADIO PHILOSOPHICAL PERSPECTIVE OF OGOJA (BAKOR) COMMUNITY

摘要

This article examines the concept of risk analysis in medicine and surgery through the lens of the traditional Bakor community in Ogoja, Nigeria. It explores how cultural beliefs, practices, and local knowledge influence approaches to health and surgical procedures. The statement of the problem addressed in this study is the gap between traditional and modern medical practices in the Bakor community, which affects health outcomes and risk management. By integrating traditional and philosophical perspectives with contemporary medical practices, this study aims to highlight the significance of cultural context in understanding and managing risks in healthcare. The research employs a qualitative analytic approach, utilizing interaction and focus group discussions with members of the Bakor community and healthcare practitioners, including traditional healers and modern healthcare providers.