The Ghana Health Service (GHS) Director for Ahafo Region, Dr. Akosua Owusu-Sarpong, has appealed to stakeholders to help address the persistent deficit of medical doctors in the region.
Speaking to ADOM NEWS during the 2025 Annual Health Sector Performance Review held in Hwidiem, Dr. Owusu-Sarpong revealed that several medical doctors assigned to the region have declined postings due to inadequate accommodation.
She emphasized that the shortage is negatively affecting healthcare delivery and called on traditional leaders, municipal and district assemblies, and private companies to provide bungalows and other housing solutions for doctors.
“The refusal of doctors to accept postings to Ahafo is impacting healthcare services. It is time for chiefs, MDAs, and companies to step in and help provide accommodation,” she stated.
The Mawerehene of Hwidiem, Nana Nsiah Awuah, who chaired the review meeting themed “Improving Primary Health Care Through Excellence in Health Care Delivery to Achieve Universal Coverage”, also urged local authorities to treat the GHS concerns as a priority.
He highlighted that, despite strong overall performance in 2025, the doctor-to-patient ratio remains a critical challenge that requires collective action.
Dr. Owusu-Sarpong’s appeal underscores the urgent need for partnerships to attract and retain medical professionals, ensuring the region can meet the healthcare needs of its growing population.
