Polyclinic Family Medicine

 

 WELCOME TO THE POLYCLINIC FAMILY MEDICINE

Korle Bu Polyclinic/Family Medicine Sub-BMC is a 42-bed facility dedicated to providing high-quality primary healthcare services to the Korle Bu community, its environs, and the city of Accra. As a subsidiary of the renowned Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, we pride ourselves on offering comprehensive, patient-centered care that addresses the unique needs of each individual.

Our team of experienced healthcare professionals, including specialist Family Physicians and Consultants, work tirelessly to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care. From routine check-ups and health screenings to management of chronic conditions and emergency care, we are committed to delivering exceptional service with compassion, empathy, and respect.

As a leading primary care provider, we prioritize patient safety, satisfaction, and community well-being. Our mission is built on a foundation of excellence, integrity, and a passion for delivering outstanding healthcare services that meet the evolving needs of our patients.

 

CORE FUNCTIONS AND SERVICES

Korle Bu Polyclinic Family Medicine Sub-BMC is the primary care provider of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. For several decades, the polyclinic/Family Medicine Sub-BMC has provided services to numerous clients, as well as to KBTH staff and their dependents.

All undiagnosed (undifferentiated) cases are in safe hands upon arrival. Referrals are made to the relevant specialty in the main hospital when necessary.
We are mindful of the impact the family has on an individual’s health and provide care for clients within the context of their families.
We provide continuity of care to all clients, and an appointment system is in place for convenience.
The palliative care team offers in-patient consultation to clients in all departments of the hospital and also provides home care to the terminally ill.

 

OUTREACH AND ADVOCACY

The Polyclinic/Family Medicine Sub BMC engages in a number of advocacy and outreach programmes.

 

Training and Education

Korle Bu Polyclinic Family Medicine Sub BMC is a center for training family physicians in the Greater Accra Region. Family medicine is an emerging field of medicine in Ghana and the sub-Saharan African region. Family physicians, through their training, provide comprehensive and patient-centered care to all people regardless of their age, sex, or disease condition, and all our clients benefit from this.

Teaching occurs for all categories of staff, both clinical and non-clinical. The cadre of clinical staff taught and who undergo tutelage in the polyclinic are:

Family medicine residents
Post-graduate nurses (palliative care nurses)
Medical students
Nursing students
Physician assistants
Pharmacy residents
Emergency medical technicians

Non-clinical staff on attachment include administrative assistants, accounts clerks, among others.

 

RESEARCH

Family physicians, as part of their specialization, engage in research activities, and findings are expected to improve the quality of care for our clients. Considering the diversity of clinical conditions managed in the polyclinic, there is a wealth of data that medical students, clinicians from other departments, and institutions routinely assess for research purposes.

 

SPECIAL SERVICES

24-hour emergency care
Patient-centered Outpatient services (OPD)
First-level Eye care services
Radiological Services (X-ray, Ultrasound)
Laboratory Services
24-Hour Pharmaceutical Services
Child immunization/Welfare clinic
Health education (Public Health Unit)
Korle Bu Staff Clinic
Theatre Services (minor surgeries)
ECG Services
ENT Services
Clinical Psychology Services
Dietary Services

 

 

 

SPECIAL CLINICS AND UNITS

Clinics:

Palliative Care – Tuesdays & Thursdays
Geriatric clinic – Wednesday mornings
Womens clinic – Thursdays from 12 pm
Asthma – Fridays from 2 pm
Diabetes clinic – Friday mornings
ENT Clinic – Monday to Friday, 8 am to 2 pm
Eye Clinic – Monday to Friday, 8 am to 2 pm

 

Units:

Records and Biostatistics Unit
Satellite Pharmacy
Satellite Laboratory
Satellite Radiology (X-ray) unit

 

LEADERSHIP AND STAFF

The Sub-BMC Core Management Team:

Dr. George Bediako Nketiah (Ag. Head of Department)
Mr. Seth Quaynor (Health Service Administrator)
Ms. Ayesha A. Boateng (Chief Nursing Officer)
Mr. Benjamin Kumah (Accountant)
Mrs. Oksana Corquaye (Pharmacist)
Dr. Gordon Amoh (Training & Research Coordinator)
Dr. Baaba Damoah( Clinical Care Coordinator)

 

Senior Specialist/Consultants:

Dr. Roberta Lamptey
Dr. Priscilla Vandyck-Sey
Dr. George Bediako Nketiah
Dr. Gordon Amoh
Dr. Joyce Ono Inoni
Prof. Henry Lawson (Visiting)
Dr. David Nortey (Visiting)
Dr. Lenusia Ahlijah (Visiting)

 

SPECIALISTS:

Dr. Ayongo Mate-Lole
Dr. Gloria Ani Asamoah
Dr. Abena Foriwaa Sarpong
Dr. Akosua Opoku-Asare
Dr. Maxwell Amo
Dr. Sampson Bennett
Dr. Angela N.A Korney
Dr. Susan Keteku
Dr. Ernest Anim Opare
Dr. Anita Momo Tibboh
Dr. Georgina Tutua Apenteng
Dr. Gameli Aheto
Dr. Elsie Esinam Adjacudjoe
Dr. Obed Korenteng Bamfo
Dr. Barbara Addai Owusu