GA EAST Municipal Hospital

02/12/2025

Birthday with a Purpose!

Mr Edward Abeiku Binney celebrated his 60th birthday sharing his joy with our 1st December newborns..

He arrived with hampers and gifts for every baby born and ended up blessing even MORE babies!

What a beautiful act of kindness.
Happy 60th birthday, Sir!

28/11/2025

A beautiful act of kindness!

Today, *She4G Foundation,* led by Madam Nimatu, blessed the Labour Ward of Ga East Municipal Hospital with diapers, baby shoes, wipes, toiletries and more... putting smiles on the faces of mothers and newborns.

Acts like these go a long way in supporting quality maternal care.We encourage corporate bodies, groups and individuals to partner with us and make a difference.

Together, we can build a healthier and more supportive community for every mother and child.

10/10/2025

GEM-H Hosts Greater Accra’s Regional Celebration of World Mental Health Day 2025

Kwabenya, October 10, 2025 — The Ga East Municipal Hospital (GEM-H) was alive with purpose and compassion as it hosted this year’s World Mental Health Day celebration for the Greater Accra Region. Organized by the Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate (GARHD) of the Ghana Health Service, the event gathered health professionals, mental health advocates, students, media practitioners, and community members under the global theme:
“Access to Service – Mental Health in Catastrophes and Emergencies.”

The day’s activities highlighted the urgent need to strengthen mental health systems and psychosocial support, particularly in times of crisis such as pandemics, natural disasters, and other emergencies that heighten anxiety, depression, and trauma among individuals and families.

Participants benefited from free health screenings, mental health education, patient engagement sessions, and an interactive stakeholder dialogue focused on improving access to mental health care across the region. Various organizations also showcased their work through exhibitions promoting mental wellness and support services.

In his keynote message, the Greater Accra Regional Director of Health Services, Dr. Robert Amesiya, reaffirmed the Directorate’s commitment to ensuring equitable access to mental health care for all. “Mental health is integral to overall well-being,” Dr. Amesiya emphasized. “We must continue to build systems that support resilience and recovery, especially during emergencies when people are most vulnerable.”

The Medical Superintendent of Ga East Municipal Hospital, Dr. Ayuba Seidu Abdulai, expressed gratitude to the Regional Health Directorate for selecting GEM-H as the host facility, noting that the hospital remains dedicated to advancing mental health care delivery and community engagements. Dr. Abdulai said. “We are proud to be part of this national effort to break stigma and promote access to quality mental health services.”

As the event drew to a close, the message was clear — there is no health without mental health. The Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate and the Ga East Municipal Hospital pledged to continue collaborating with partners to expand access, raise awareness, and build a more resilient and mentally healthy society.

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09/10/2025

01/10/2025

Go pink for a cause! 🩷 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Let's raise awareness, show support and empower all; both women and men🩷🩷

19/09/2025

Give life, give blood
Donate blood, save lives...

18/09/2025

05/09/2025

Did you know? Monkeypox is preventable and treatable when detected early!

Protect yourself, protect others — learn the symptoms, take precautions, and seek care if needed.
👉 Stay informed. Stay safe. Stay healthy.

03/09/2025

KABAKA FOUNDATION CUTS SOD FOR NEW ADOLESCENT CORNER AND ANTENATAL UNIT AT GEMH

On 3rd September 2025, the Ga East Municipal Hospital (GEMH) in partnership with the Kabaka Foundation held a sod-cutting ceremony to begin construction of a proposed Adolescent Corner and Antenatal Unit.

The ceremony was particularly symbolic as it was held in the birthday month of Nana Owiredu Wadie I, Chairman of the Kabaka Foundation, making the gesture even more memorable and impactful. The event brought together hospital leadership, municipal and regional health directors, staff, community stakeholders, and partners. The project is expected to provide safe, inclusive, and patient-centered spaces for adolescents and expectant mothers within the municipality.

As part of the ceremony, the Kabaka Foundation made a generous donation to support patients who were unable to offset their medical bills. The Foundation also presented Kabaka-branded items such as lab coats, scrubs, and other materials to be used after the commissioning of the new facility.

Sod-Cutting Ceremony
The highlight of the day was the symbolic sod-cutting led by Nana Owiredu Wadie I, Chairman of the Kabaka Foundation, marking the official commencement of work on the project.
Abigail Asamoah (MO, GEMH) outlined the purpose of the gathering, stressing the importance of investing in adolescent and maternal health services.
The Medical Superintendent, Dr. Ayuba Seidu Abdulai, expressed profound gratitude to the Kabaka Foundation for their consistent partnership and pledged GEMH’s full commitment to making the project a success.

Goodwill messages were also delivered by representatives from the Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate and the Municipal Health Directorate, commending GEMH and the Kabaka Foundation for their foresight and dedication to quality healthcare.
In an interview, Mr. Henry Kweku Larbi, Director of Kabaka Foundation, praised GEMH for the “fantastic welcome” and promised the Foundation’s full support to ensure the project is completed by September 2026.

The ceremony was attended by a number of distinguished guests and stakeholders, including:
Mr. Godfred Mensah
Executives and Leaders of the Kabaka Foundation
Dr. Charlotte Alberta Cato, Greater Accra Deputy Director of Clinical Care
Hon. Bright Mintah, Presiding Assembly Member, Kwabenya
Dr. Roxana, Head of Clinical Services, GEMH
DDNS Evelyn Doku, Head of Nursing and Midwifery, GEMH
Management of GEMH

Their presence underscored the importance of the project and the collective commitment towards strengthening healthcare delivery. The project marks another milestone in GEMH’s drive to expand health services and strengthen healthcare infrastructure in the municipality.
With the support of partners such as the Kabaka Foundation, the hospital continues to position itself as a center of excellence in delivering inclusive and patient-focused healthcare.

GEMH extends heartfelt appreciation to the Kabaka Foundation and all stakeholders who made this day a success.
Ghana Health Service

29/08/2025

A step into the physiotherapy unit!

The Physiotherapy units is all about helping people recover from injuries, manage pain, and improve mobility.

25/08/2025

Ga East Municipal Hospital Hosts Digital Health Preceptorship for ICT Professionals

On 25th August 2025, the Ga East Municipal Hospital (GEM-H) proudly hosted the
Digital Health Preceptorship for ICT Professionals, an important initiative aimed at strengthening digital solutions within the health sector.
The program brought together a team of national coordinators, ICT experts, hospital administrators, healthcare leaders and was hosted by Mr Renfred D. Semabia (Head of IT, GEM-H) to explore innovative ways to integrate digital tools into service delivery.

Purpose of Gathering
Mr. Charles Banafo, Administrator of GEM-H, warmly welcomed stakeholders and shared the purpose of the gathering. He commended the team for their readiness and applauded their quick development of the first sample for Maternal and Perinatal Death Audit Support System, acknowledging it as a promising step even though still a work in progress.
Mr. Therson Mintah, the National Preceptor Coordinator, gave a background overview of the initiative, setting the tone for the day’s discussions.

Leadership Support
The Medical Superintendent, Dr. Ayuba Seidu Abdulai, expressed pride in GEM-H being the first facility to pioneer this digital health preceptorship. He pleaded with stakeholders that interface challenges will be addressed and affirmed the hospital’s full commitment to ensuring the program’s success.
Mr. Hammond, Deputy Director of ICT, took participants through a detailed presentation of the new software, expressing appreciation to GEMH for its openness and strong collaboration. He announced plans to roll out ICT training for selected staff, ensuring smooth adoption of the system. Outlining the implementation roadmap, he revealed that the system is expected to be fully ready by end of October, piloted in November, and officially rolled out for full implementation in January.He further emphasized that with these strides, GEMH is on track to becoming one of the smartest hospitals in the region.

National Endorsement
Representing the Ghana Health Service,Dr. S.K. Boakye Boateng the Director of Policy Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation (PPME) conveyed profound joy at GEMH’s openness and innovation. He reaffirmed PPME’s continuous support, congratulated the hospital for a successful program, and closed with a powerful remind
“If it must be done… it must be done well.”

Nursing Perspective
Ms Gifty F. Ben-Aryee, speaking on behalf the Director of Nursing and Midwifery, also commended the initiative and expressed hope for future collaborations.
Ms Evelyn Doku (DDNS GEM-H) emphasized that the transition to digital systems will help resolve long-standing challenges such as improper documentation, auditing gaps, and report inaccuracy. She noted that the new approach will make data entry and form completion easier and more reliable.

Learners’ Feedback
Representing the learners, Mr. Abdul-Rahma ( Snr IT Manager, Bortionor Polyclinic) introduced his colleagues and presented feedback on the preceptorship. He shared proposed solutions and demonstrated how the upgraded system could improve efficiency and effectiveness in daily hospital operations.

Conclusion
The Digital Health Preceptorship at GEMH was marked by rich dialogue, forward-looking strategies, and collective commitment. The event reaffirmed GEMH’s position as a trailblazer in healthcare innovation and its dedication to harnessing technology for better service delivery.

Congratulations to all facilitators, learners, and partners who made this program a success