Be innovative to overcome resource mobilisation challenges - Minister of Health urges

Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, the Minister of Health, has urged managers of health facilities to adopt innovative and best practices in resource mobilisation to ensure the efficient use of resources.

He said this would enhance service delivery, sustainability, and adaptability through data-driven planning, public-private partnerships, technology, and community engagement.

Additionally, it would ensure long-term, tailored solutions to local needs, making healthcare facilities more resilient and equitable despite limited resources.

Akandoh made the call in a speech read on his behalf at the annual performance review meeting of the Cape Coast Teaching Hospital (CCTH).

Themed “Advancing Care with a Resilient System and Effective Stakeholder Engagement,” the forum assembled key stakeholders and peer institutions to review their performance.

The engagement is essential for maintaining high standards of care, optimising resources, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement in teaching hospitals.

Mr. Akandoh said that in line with the government’s vision of ensuring a healthy population under universal health coverage, it had outlined a strategic plan under the "Mahama Care" initiative to enhance health infrastructure and foster innovative public-private partnerships for the well-being of all.

Another healthcare initiative proposed by President Mahama, the Ghana Medical Care Trust Fund, aims to support individuals with chronic illnesses such as kidney disease, diabetes, hypertension, and heart conditions by providing financial assistance for their treatment.

It seeks to improve chronic disease management in Ghana by enhancing infrastructure to improve access to healthcare services, increasing health awareness, and fostering community engagement.

Akandoh pledged to enhance the welfare of health personnel, particularly those serving in rural areas, and to address the challenges they face.

He reaffirmed ongoing efforts to establish bilateral agreements with other countries to deploy Ghanaian health professionals abroad.

The initiative, he said, was aimed at providing career opportunities while contributing to global healthcare needs for mutual gain.

He commended the management of CCTH for its achievements over the years, particularly in clinical investigations, rehabilitation services, MRI and CT scanning, haematology, physiotherapy, and psychology.

Dr. Eric Kofi Ngyedu, the Chief Executive Officer of the facility, as a matter of urgency, appealed to the government for vehicles to ease operations, adding that a report on the state of affairs had been submitted to the Ministry of Health.

He advocated for the consideration of payment of the conditions of the service agreement from the consolidated fund and staff accommodation retention.

Other priorities include a standard Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) to improve neonatal care, as captured in the previous budget, and the completion of the accident and emergency centre to reduce congestion and health emergencies.

Ekow Panyin Okyere Eduamoah, the Central Regional Minister, acknowledged the hospital’s tireless efforts in delivering top-notch healthcare, praising the facility’s experienced health personnel and well-structured facilities.

He also highlighted the hospital’s effective use of technology, such as the Laboratory Information Hospital Management System (LHIMS), which has streamlined processes and enhanced patient care. He further pledged the Regional Coordinating Council’s support.

The Cape Coast Teaching Hospital has garnered a reputation for excellence, boasting a 4.8-star rating and numerous positive reviews from satisfied patients.

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