Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH) is grappling with several challenges, including a delay in acquiring a crucial piece of equipment and a surge in demand for dialysis services.
The hospital is struggling to pay a one million Ghana Cedi import duty on a water phantom, essential for calibrating its linear accelerator system used for cancer treatment.
This delay has led to a strike by doctors and disrupted patient care.
The KATH CEO, Prof. Otchere Addai-Mensah, is seeking government intervention for a duty waiver to address this issue.
In addition, the hospital has witnessed a significant increase in dialysis sessions, primarily due to a government policy offering free dialysis to certain age groups.
While the hospital has expanded its dialysis capacity, the demand continues to outpace its resources.
Despite these challenges, KATH has achieved several successes.
The hospital has recorded a substantial increase in internally generated revenue and has invested in infrastructure upgrades, including renovating the physiotherapy center, laundry unit, and main theater.
The Asantehene’s KATH Renovation Project (HeKAP) is another significant milestone.
This project aims to modernize the old GEE blocks and has already made significant progress, earning international recognition.
KATH’s commitment to transparency and accountability is evident in its regular publication of donations and progress updates.
As the hospital continues to navigate challenges and achieve milestones, its focus remains on providing quality healthcare to its patients.
