Ridge Hospital under probe as Health Ministry sets 14-day deadline

The Ministry of Health has announced plans to investigate allegations raised in a recent investigative report by The Fourth Estate on activities at the Greater Accra Regional Hospital, popularly known as Ridge Hospital.

In a statement issued on the matter and signed by Tony Goodman, Head of Health Training Institutions and Spokesperson for the Ministry of Health, the Ministry said it had taken note of the report, which has been widely circulated on social media, and expressed sympathy with patients and relatives who may have experienced any form of unprofessional conduct at health facilities across the country.

“The Ministry sympathises with patients and relatives who may have been subjected to any form of unprofessional conduct in any health facility across the country,” the statement said.

While reaffirming the government’s commitment to reducing the stress and financial burden associated with accessing healthcare, the Ministry described some of the revelations contained in the report as “deeply concerning,” stressing that the issues raised are serious and warrant thorough examination.

“As a result, the Ministry of Health is in the process of constituting an investigative committee to look into the matter, and the committee is expected to submit its report within fourteen (14) working days.”

The Ministry further called for the cooperation of all relevant stakeholders, including The Fourth Estate, to help establish the facts and provide any additional information required to ensure accountability and improve service delivery within the health system.