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St. Martin de Porres Catholic Hospital in Agomanya has marked its 80th anniversary with the commissioning of major infrastructure projects and a call for reclassification to match its expanded role in healthcare delivery.
As part of the celebrations, the hospital opened a 350-capacity conference hall, a mental health unit, a modern stores and office complex, as well as upgraded administrative facilities. Management explained that these developments will boost efficiency, enhance patient care, and strengthen the hospital’s ability to address new health challenges.
Hospital Manager and Administrator, Mr. Emmanuel Bosompim, described the anniversary as a time of gratitude and celebration, praising staff for their dedication to serving the vulnerable while maintaining Catholic principles. He also announced the launch of a Mentorship and Research Programme aimed at developing future health leaders and improving treatment outcomes.
He reported that outpatient attendance rose from 88,583 in 2023 to 96,155 in 2024, with 49,865 recorded by mid-2025. The hospital had also expanded services to include CT scan, dental, ENT, homecare, and free NHIS registration for thousands of clients.
Recent projects include a CT scan building, oxygen plant, microbiology unit, water production facility, and the new stores and offices complex. However, Mr. Bosompim cited challenges such as inadequate staff accommodation, delays in mechanising staff onto the government payroll, shortages of critical professionals, and limited land for expansion. He therefore called on government to reclassify the hospital, which is designated as a Primary Level C facility despite handling cases beyond that level.
– St. Martin de Porres Catholic Hospital in Agomanya has launched its 80th anniversary celebration with the commissioning of key infrastructure projects and an appeal for reclassification to reflect its expanded role in healthcare delivery.
The hospital unveiled a 350-seater conference hall, a mental health unit, a modern stores and offices complex, and expanded administrative facilities as part of the milestone. Management said the new investments would enhance operational efficiency, improve patient care, and strengthen the hospital’s capacity to respond to emerging health challenges.
Mr. Emmanuel Bosompim, Hospital Manager and Administrator, described the anniversary as a moment of joy and thanksgiving, commending staff for their commitment to serving the vulnerable while upholding Catholic values. He announced the introduction of a Mentorship and Research Programme to train future health leaders and improve patient outcomes.
He reported that outpatient attendance rose from 88,583 in 2023 to 96,155 in 2024, with 49,865 recorded by mid-2025. The hospital had also expanded services to include CT scan, dental, ENT, homecare, and free NHIS registration for thousands of clients.
Recent projects include a CT scan building, oxygen plant, microbiology unit, water production facility, and the new stores and offices complex. However, Mr. Bosompim cited challenges such as inadequate staff accommodation, delays in mechanising staff onto the government payroll, shortages of critical professionals, and limited land for expansion. He therefore called on government to reclassify the hospital, which is designated as a Primary Level C facility despite handling cases beyond that level.
Source: myghanadaily
