To train and regulate the training of medical and paramedical staff
To register and supervise the private medical and other health practitioners.
To recommend, process and facilitate government sponsorship of overseas and local treatment of patients.
To carry out Ministry’s supervision of the Hospital Management Board and screening of health care facilities in the State to ascertain status and standard of facilities.
To screen and determine the medical claims and eligibility of all sick government employees to remain in service.
To statutorily represent the State Ministry of Health in the Boards, Councils and Institutions such as the Medical and Dental Council on Health, RSHMB, The Emergency Medical Services, etc.
To procure, distribute and install medical equipment.
To ensure adequate and acceptable standard of medical care in all medical institutions in the State.
To ensure adequate referral system in the State.