Overview
The Department of Medicine and Therapeutics at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital is a pillar of physician-specialist care and is renowned for providing exceptional medical services, consultancy, and advanced treatment options. Since its establishment under the leadership of Professor S.R.A. Doku, the department has continuously grown and evolved, contributing significantly to the advancement of clinical specialties. Today, it stands as a premier destination for healthcare, education, and research, delivering high-class care across various medical disciplines.
Our Leadership & Staff
Under the leadership of Head of Department Dr. Kodwo O. Nkromah, our department is guided by a dedicated core management team of medical professionals and administrators who ensure the highest standards of care and excellence: Health Service Administrator Mr. Kenneth O. Lamptey, Head of Accounts Mr. Masud Lamptey, Head of Pharmacy Dr. (Pharm) Fremponmaa Nelson, Chief Nursing Officer Mrs. Augusta Gyimah, Head of Engineering Mr. Melchizedek Danquah, Training and Research Coordinator Prof. Dzifa Dey, and Clinical Care Coordinator Dr. Martina Fiakpornoo.
Our Services
- Neurology - comprehensive treatment for neurological disorders including epilepsy, with advanced diagnostic tools like EEG, EMG, and Nerve Conduction Studies
- Respiratory: management of respiratory conditions including TB, asthma, and general chest infections, with spirometry and bronchoscopy
- Renal: specialised care for acute and chronic kidney diseases, including dialysis services and renal biopsies
- Gastroenterology: diagnostic and treatment services for gastrointestinal diseases, including liver biopsies and chronic liver disease management
- Cardiology: non-invasive diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms, along with ongoing cardiac care
- Endocrinology: hormonal imbalance treatment and management of endocrine disorders including diabetes and thyroid issues
- Dermatology: skin disease diagnosis and treatment, including skin biopsies and minor surgeries
- Rheumatology: care for autoimmune and rheumatologic diseases, with treatments like arthrocentesis for arthritis and lupus
- Chest Unit (TB & HIV) - focused care for TB and HIV patients, including voluntary counseling and testing
- Fevers Unit: management of infectious diseases such as chickenpox, measles, HIV-related infections, and sepsis, with daily clinics
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU): advanced care for critically ill patients, offering life-saving interventions and continuous monitoring
- Renal Dialysis Unit: specialised dialysis services for acute and chronic kidney failure, along with kidney transplant care
- Electrophysiology: state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic services including EEG, EMG, and a range of evoked potential tests
specialised Units
- Chest Unit: Focused on TB and HIV-related conditions, treating a range of pulmonary issues.
- Renal Dialysis Unit: Offering kidney failure management, dialysis, and transplant services.
- Electrophysiology: Advanced diagnostic services, including EEG, EMG, and Nerve Conduction Studies.
Education and Training
The Department of Medicine and Therapeutics is deeply committed to medical education and training. We offer opportunities for:
- Medical Students from the University of Ghana Medical School
- Nursing Students from various institutions, including Korle Bu and private nursing schools
- Postgraduate Medical Trainees from the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons
- Foreign-trained Doctors, preparing for local examinations
- House Officers and Nursing Interns, for hands-on clinical experience
Our department also participates in the examination and training of medical and nursing students, including collaborations with institutions such as the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons and the University of Ghana.
Research and Development
Our department is a hub for research and development in various medical fields. We conduct pioneering research in collaboration with the University of Ghana, the Ministry of Health, and international research bodies. Our focus spans all clinical specialties, with ongoing projects aimed at improving patient care, advancing medical knowledge, and addressing public health challenges.
Support Services
- Central Outpatient Department (COPD): The first point of contact for all referred cases, where patients are triaged to various specialty clinics.
- Pharmacy Services: Open daily from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, ensuring patients have access to necessary medications and treatments.
Facilities & Equipment
- Medical wards (male and female)
- Coronary Care Unit
- Renal Dialysis Unit
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
- Endoscopy suite
- Central Outpatient Department (COPD)
- Electroencephalography (EEG) lab
- Electrophysiology diagnostic centre
- Chest Unit
- Fevers Unit
Meet Our Team
Core Management Members
- Dr. Kodwo O. NkromahHead of Department
- Mr. Kenneth O. LampteyHealth Service Administrator
- Mr. Masud LampteyHead of Accounts
- Dr. (Pharm) Fremponmaa NelsonHead of Pharmacy
- Mrs. Augusta GyimahChief Nursing Officer
- Mr. Melchizedek DanquahHead of Engineering
- Prof. Dzifa DeyTraining and Research Coordinator
- Dr. Martina FiakpornooClinical Care Coordinator
Heads of Sub-Specialty Clinics
- Prof. Alfred DokuCardiology
- Dr. Kenneth TachiGastroenterology
- Dr. Mark-Young SeadeyDermatology
- Dr. Yacoba AtiaseDiabetes
- Dr. Ernest YorkeEndocrine
- Prof. Albert AkpaluNeurology
- Prof. Vincent BiomaNephrology
- Prof. Jane Afriyie MensahRespiratory
- Prof. Dzifa DeyRheumatology
- Dr. Winfred BaahObstetrics Medicine
Main Units Within the Medical Sub-BMC
- Medical 1Dr. Adwoa Agyei-Nkansah
- Medical 2Prof. Ernest York
- Medical 3Prof. Jane Afriyie Mensah
- Medical 4Prof. Peter Puplampu
- Stroke UnitDr. David Brodie-Mends
- Chest Diseases UnitProf. Jane Afriyie Mensah
- Clinical Decision Taking UnitDr. Freda Dodd-Glover
- Infectious Disease CentreProf. Peter Puplampu
- Medical Intensive Care UnitDr. Yaw Ofori Adjei
- National Diabetes, Research and Management CentreDr. Yacoba Atiase