President John Dramani Mahama has announced plans to upgrade the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, popularly known as Ridge Hospital, into a full-fledged teaching hospital. This move aims to strengthen healthcare delivery in the Greater Accra Region and improve specialist training.
Upgrade Details
The upgraded facility will be affiliated with the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, enhancing specialist training and reducing referrals outside the region. According to President Mahama, this strategic partnership will transform the quality of healthcare outcomes in the region.
Benefits of the Upgrade
Improved Specialist Training: The affiliation with the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons will provide opportunities for medical professionals to receive advanced training, improving the overall quality of healthcare.
Reduced Referrals: By enhancing specialist training and care, the hospital aims to reduce the number of patient referrals to other regions or abroad.
Increased Capacity: The upgrade includes the construction of Phase Two, which will increase the hospital’s capacity to accommodate more patients.
Additional Healthcare Initiatives
President Mahama also outlined plans to expand Community-based Health Planning and Services (CHPS) compounds to ensure access to reliable primary healthcare. This initiative includes providing accommodations for health workers stationed at both existing and new CHPS facilities.
Impact on Healthcare Delivery
The upgrade of Ridge Hospital into a teaching hospital will significantly improve healthcare delivery in the Greater Accra Region. With enhanced specialist training and care, patients will receive better treatment, and the hospital will become a hub for medical excellence.
President Mahama’s Vision
President Mahama’s announcement is part of his vision to improve healthcare infrastructure in Ghana. As he emphasized during his ‘Thank-you’ visit to the Greater Accra Region, “Under healthcare delivery in this region, we will aim to transform the quality of outcomes”.
Source: Africa Publicity
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