Kwabena Mintah Akandoh
In a recent announcement, the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) criticized the Minister of Health, Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, for dismissing the CEO of Tamale Teaching Hospital (TTH), Dr. Atiku Adam, along with several others. The GMA characterized these dismissals as unfair and an overreach of authority.
The organization showed support for the affected medical staff and urged accountability and restraint from public officials.
“The way this dismissal was executed is a violation of proper procedures and misuse of authority by the Honorable Minister of Health. In response to these ongoing wrongdoings, we stand united with our fellow employees,” the statement read.
The organization criticized the airing of a recent patient’s death at the facility, referring to it as “media scrutiny.” They argued that this violated patient privacy, left the hospital vulnerable to potential lawsuits, and biased public perception.
The GMA stated that the chief of the Emergency Unit has faced threats and experienced cyberbullying, putting both their physical security and psychological well-being at risk.
“These acts, if continued, have the tendency of demoralising committed workers and reducing public confidence in the health system,” the GMA noted, while reiterating the need for proper investigative procedures instead of public blame games.
The association additionally called for the Minister to obtain an apology from both the Minister of Health and the Member of Parliament for Tamale North due to their alleged “unjustified assaults” against the hospital personnel.
The organization likewise called upon the hospital administration to guarantee adherence to proper procedures in addressing the matter at hand, to protect the well-being of its employees, and to offer psychological assistance to individuals impacted by this situation.
The GMA restated its dedication to addressing the enduring issues within Ghana’s healthcare system and warned that they are keeping a close eye on developments. They also mentioned their intention to provide guidance to their members whenever needed.
By Vera Owusu Sarpong
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