The Minister for Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, has called for strict accountability, patient safety and effective collaboration in the management of the newly commissioned Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony on Thursday, July 9, 2026, Mr. Akandoh stressed that the long-term success of the facility would depend not only on the excitement surrounding its commissioning, but also on sustainable management and proper maintenance.
“Ladies and Gentlemen, sustainability must remain at the centre of this investment. A modern catheterization laboratory requires more than commissioning day excitement,” he said.
The Minister noted that the facility would require disciplined management, regular maintenance planning, a reliable supply of consumables, trained biomedical personnel, efficient scheduling and strong clinical governance to function effectively.
“It requires disciplined management, proper maintenance planning, reliable consumables, trained biomedical support, efficient scheduling and clear clinical governance,” he stated.
Mr. Akandoh therefore urged the management of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and the National Cardiothoracic Centre to operate the facility with the highest standards of accountability and efficiency.
“I therefore urge the management of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital and the National Cardiothoracic Centre to operate this facility with the highest standard of accountability, patient safety and efficiency,” he said.
He also emphasized the importance of inter-agency collaboration, noting that the success of the laboratory would depend on strong coordination among the Ghana Medical Trust Fund (Mahama Cares), Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, the National Cardiothoracic Centre, the Ministry of Health, the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) and other relevant institutions.
“The success of this facility will depend on strong coordination among the Ghana Medical Trust Fund, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, the National Cardiothoracic Centre, the Ministry of Health, the National Health Insurance Authority and other relevant institutions,” the Minister added.
The Cardiac Catheterization Laboratory is expected to enhance the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular diseases, and improve access to specialized cardiac care for patients across the country.
