The 2025 Refresher Course for Anaesthetists commenced today at the Ghana Medical Association (GMA) Conference Room at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital.
This annual course, mandated by the West African College of Surgeons (WACS), ensures that anaesthetists in the region remain highly skilled and up to date with the latest advancements in their field.
In his opening address, Dr Frank Owusu-Sekyere, the Acting CEO of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, urged participants to enhance their communication with patients and maintain thorough documentation to prevent legal suits.
He also advised junior residents to regularly consult their senior colleagues to avoid miscommunication and potential gaps in patient care.
Dr Andrews Kwabena-Adade, Head of the Department, emphasised the evolving nature of anaesthesia and the importance of staying abreast of new techniques and research. He also acknowledged the contributions of the organisers and sponsors in making the event possible.
The first day of the course covered critical topics such as neuroanaesthesia and thrombolysis for myocardial infarction. Subsequent sessions will delve into gastrointestinal physiology, hepatobiliary surgery, post-operative ileus, advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS), renal physiology, paediatric advanced life support (PALS), and more.
The event will conclude with a Ventilation Workshop on 28 February at the University of Ghana Medical College (UGMC) Simulation Centre in Legon.
The opening day of the Refresher Course was a success, with 70 participants attending in person and 120 joining online.
