Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital Expands Dialysis Services Amidst Challenges, says CEO
Management of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital has announced significant advancements in dialysis services, with plans to expand and enhance capabilities to better serve patients, including children. Like many others, the facility has been grappling with the scarcity of dialysis machines. This shortage severely limits the hospital’s capacity to treat many patients, often resulting in … The post KATH to expand dialysis services with 12 machines to meet growing demand, says CEO appeared first on Asaase Radio.
In a bid to alleviate the strain caused by the scarcity of dialysis machines, Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital is set to witness a significant upgrade in its facilities, with the number of machines expected to increase from one-and-a-half to twelve by the end of the month.
The announcement came during a recent media briefing led by Prof Otchere Addai Mensah, the CEO of the hospital. Prof Addai Mensah outlined the hospital's proactive approach to address the shortage, citing the acquisition of three brand-new dialysis machines through the hospital's Internally Generated Funds (IGF). Additionally, a partnering company is set to provide an additional two machines, further bolstering the hospital's dialysis capabilities.
The expansion not only aims to enhance the hospital's capacity to treat a broader spectrum of patients but also underscores its commitment to providing specialized care for children in need of dialysis. Prof Addai Mensah emphasized the importance of catering to pediatric patients, acknowledging the lack of dedicated dialysis services tailored to their specific needs. "One major thing we are looking at is dialysis for children. It appears dialysis for children does not exist, so we are looking at allowing children to live irrespective of the fact that they may have developed end-stage renal failure," he stated.
Despite these advancements, challenges persist. The ongoing renovation project, known as the Heal Komfo Anokye project, initiated by Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, stands at 40% completion. Economic constraints, exacerbated by the depreciation of the cedi against the dollar, have hindered progress in infrastructure development.
However, amidst these challenges, the CEO expressed gratitude towards Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II for his continuous support. The monarch's recent gesture of providing meals to patients at the facility and other regional hospitals during the Akwasidae celebration underscores his unwavering commitment to the well-being of his people.
The anticipated expansion of dialysis services at Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital marks a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to improve healthcare delivery. With a renewed focus on addressing the needs of pediatric patients and overcoming infrastructural challenges, the hospital is poised to better serve its community, reaffirming its commitment to providing accessible and quality care to all.
