26/04/2025
PARLIAMENTARY SELECT COMMITTEE VISIT TO HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC HOSPITAL, TECHIMAN
On Thursday April 24, 2025, Holy Family Catholic Hospital, Techiman, had the honour of welcoming the Parliamentary Select Committee on Health to our facility. The visit aimed to provide committee members with a first-hand understanding of the hospital’s operations and the quality of healthcare services being delivered under the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG) network.
The delegation was led by Hon. Dr. Sebastian Sandaare, Member of Parliament for Daffiama/Bussie/Issa and Vice Chairperson of the Committee. He was accompanied by Hon. Titus Kofi Beyuo, MP for Lambussie, and Hon. Emmanuel Kwaku Boam, MP for Pru East.
A number of key dignitaries were present to support the hospital’s management, led by the Hospital Administrator, Mr. Christopher Akanboobnaab. These included:
• Dr. Peter Kwame Yeboah – Executive Director of CHAG
• Mr. Francis Tawiah, Diocesan Health Service Director
• Mrs. Helen Agodzo- Deputy Director, Clinical Care, RHD-DER
• Regional Coordinating Director, Bono East Region
• Metropolitan Director of Health Services
• And other distinguished guests and stakeholders in the healthcare sector
The committee embarked on an extensive tour of the hospital, visiting critical departments such as:
• Emergency Unit
• X-ray Department
• Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Outpatient Department (OPD)
• Orthopaedics Unit
• Endoscopy Unit
• Oncology Unit
• Paediatrics Department
• Obstetrics and Gynaecology (OBS and Gyn) Unit
• And other essential service areas
As a Level Four SafeCare Standard Facility, Holy Family Hospital has earned recognition for its adherence to quality and patient safety protocols. The committee expressed their satisfaction upon learning that the hospital currently operates at a level comparable to that of a teaching hospital, with 26 specialists presently at post and several others undergoing advanced training in various fields of healthcare.
The members of the committee were impressed with the tremendous work being done by the hospital, applauding its commitment to delivering specialized, high-quality care despite existing challenges.
They further commended the dedication and professionalism of the hospital’s workforce and acknowledged the central role Holy Family Catholic Hospital plays in the region’s healthcare landscape. The committee pledged to advocate for the needed support to sustain and enhance service delivery.
This visit marks a meaningful step in fostering stronger collaboration between the hospital and key government stakeholders. Holy Family Hospital remains committed to providing exceptional healthcare services and contributing to the broader development of Ghana’s health sector.
For further details on the visit or to learn more about our initiatives, please contact us via 0577686484 or info@hfhtechiman.org
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