Bawumia calls for paradigm shift in Ghana’s healthcare policies after GMA engagement
New Patriotic Party (NPP) 2028 presidential candidate and former Vice President, Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, has called for a rethink of Ghana’s healthcare policies following an engagement with the leadership of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA).
Dr Mahamudu Bawumia, the 2028 presidential candidate of the New Patriotic Party (NPP) and former Vice President, has urged a fundamental change in Ghana’s healthcare policies after discussions with the leadership of the Ghana Medical Association (GMA). The dialogue took place at the GMA House within Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, as part of the NPP candidate’s consultations with various professional groups and stakeholders around the nation.
The GMA National Executive Committee shared their concerns regarding numerous issues facing medical practitioners and the overall health delivery system during the meeting.
The main topics discussed included the retention and equitable distribution of doctors, as well as their remuneration, working conditions, allowances for working in deprived areas, healthcare infrastructure, and emergency preparedness. Furthermore, the conversation delved into the roles of private-sector providers and the licensing examination requirements set by the Medical and Dental Council for doctors.
Dr Bawumia expressed that the input and suggestions from the GMA had solidified his belief that a transformation in health policies was necessary. He stated, "Following our discussions, I am convinced that a paradigm shift is needed in our health care policies."
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