Ear, Nose & Throat Department
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Ear, Nose & Throat Department

Specialised ENT care across otology, rhinology, head & neck surgery, audiology, and speech therapy.

Overview

The Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Department of Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH) is dedicated to providing specialised and comprehensive care. Our department is subdivided into three core subspecialties: Otology, Rhinology, Head and Neck Surgery, and General ENT/Paediatrics. Our expert team is committed to offering tailored treatment plans and delivering exceptional care for a wide range of ENT conditions. The department handles 400-900 outpatient cases monthly (4,000-9,000 annually) and approximately 700 ward admissions per year.

Our Leadership & Staff

Our mission is to deliver exceptional ear, nose, and throat care with compassion and professionalism, serving our patients with excellence and contributing to the advancement of medical education and research. Our vision is to be a leading center for ENT care, training, and research in Ghana and beyond, fostering innovation, collaboration, and world-class healthcare. The department is led by Dr. Kenneth Baidoo, Head of Department and Head & Neck Specialist.

Our Services

  • Otology - meatoplasty, myringoplasty, cochlear implantation, excision of ear masses
  • Rhinology - FESS, septoplasty, turbinectomy, skull base repair, endoscopic DCR
  • Head & Neck Surgery: thyroidectomy, laryngectomy, neck dissection, parotidectomy
  • General ENT/Paediatric ENT - tonsillectomy, adenoidectomy, tracheostomy
  • Endoscopy - rigid oesophagoscopy, microlaryngoscopy, bronchoscopy, panendoscopy
  • Audiology - hearing assessment, hearing aids, caloric test for vertigo
  • Speech and Language Therapy
  • Newborn hearing screening programme
  • Community outreach and public awareness programmes
  • Acute and chronic pain management for ENT conditions

Clinics and Theatre Schedules

Our services are organised to ensure the highest efficiency and quality of care: - Monday: Rhinology Clinic, Endoscopy, and Head & Neck Theatre - Tuesday: General ENT/Paediatric ENT Clinic, Otology Clinic, and General ENT Theatre - Wednesday: Head & Neck Clinic, Endoscopy Section - Thursday: Otology Clinic - Friday - Sunday: Emergency services only Outpatient clinics operate from Monday to Thursday. On Fridays, only emergency services are available at the outpatient clinic.

Community Outreach and Newborn Hearing Screening

The ENT Department actively engages in community outreach programmes throughout the year to promote public awareness about ENT conditions and preventive measures. These initiatives focus on educating the public about the importance of early detection and treatment of ENT-related disorders. In addition, the department organizes newborn hearing screenings, aiming to identify hearing impairments at the earliest stages of life. This vital service helps ensure timely intervention and supports healthy development for affected children.

International Collaborations

The ENT Department actively engages in international partnerships to enhance local capacity and provide advanced medical care: - Head & Neck Complex Surgeries, Including Laser Surgeries: Conducted with Prof. Howard & Team, offering cutting-edge techniques to treat complex head and neck conditions. - Otology & Complex Ear Surgeries, Including Cochlear Implant Surgeries: Supported by the MED-EL Team (Stephanie Unterrieder, Prof. Mehanna, Prof. Mandala, and Mr. Francis Dagi), enabling access to the latest innovations in hearing restoration. - Rhinology & Skull Base Surgeries: Conducted in collaboration with Prof. Gudis & Team, bringing expertise in managing advanced sinus and skull base conditions.

Rhinology Procedures

The Rhinology subspecialty is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities for advanced diagnostic and surgical procedures: Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS), Endoscopic Adenoidectomy, Endoscopic Choanal Atresia Repair, Septoplasty, Nasal Ventriculoplasty, Turbinectomy, Repair of Skull Base Defects, Examination of Nasal Cavity with Removal of Foreign Bodies, Endoscopic Medial Maxillectomy, Endoscopic Nasopharyngeal Biopsy, Endoscopic Marsupialization of Frontoethmoidal Mucocele, and Endoscopic Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR).

Otology / General ENT Procedures

The Otology/General ENT team provides a wide range of specialised services: Meatoplasty, Excision of Preauricular Sinus, Myringoplasty (repair of torn ear drum), Myringotomy with Grommet Insertion (drainage of fluid from middle ear), Cochlear Implantation (to restore hearing in deaf patients), Excision and Drainage of Post-Auricular Mass, Excision of external and middle ear masses, Examination Under Anaesthesia (EUA) of the ear + removal of foreign body, Direct laryngoscopy and biopsy, Microlaryngobronchoscopies (MLB), Rigid oesophagoscopy and biopsy, Adenoidectomy, Tonsillectomy, and Tracheostomy.

Head and Neck Procedures

The Head and Neck team specializes in a comprehensive range of advanced procedures: Completion Thyroidectomy, Thyroidectomy, Total Laryngectomy, Neck Dissection, Cordectomy, Stomaplasty, Wide Local Excision of Nasal/Facial Mass, Commando Procedure, Suture Lateralisation, Parotidectomy, Sistrunk Operation, Excision of Parapharyngeal Tumour, Tracheoesophageal Puncture, Endoscopic Resection of Tumour/Biopsy (Sinonasal), Maxillectomy (External Approach), Completion Laryngectomy, Incision and Drainage of Retropharyngeal Abscess, Laryngotracheoplasty, Laryngoscopy with Removal of Subglottic Stent, Laryngofissure with Excision of Glottic Mass, Excision of Submandibular Gland, Balloon Dilatation of Subglottis, Neck Exploration, Partial Laryngectomy, Total Pharyngeal Reconstruction with Pectoralis Major Flap, Lateral Pharyngectomy, EUA of Oropharynx with Biopsy, Dilatation of Neopharynx, Closure of Tracheoesophageal Puncture, Partial Glossectomy, Craniofacial Resection, Excision of Tracheocutaneous Fistula, Orbital Decompression, Esophageal Dilatation, Orbital Clearance, Mucosectomy, Laser Excision of Glottic Web, Laryngoscopy with Marsupialization, Salvage Laryngectomy, and Excision Biopsy of the Neck.

Endoscopy & Outpatient Procedures

ENT Endoscopy Procedures: Rigid Esophagoscopy/Pharyngoscopy, Microlaryngoscopy with Excision of Papillomata, Panendoscopy with Biopsy of Nasopharynx, Bronchoscopy, Direct Laryngoscopy/Esophagoscopy with Biopsy, Nasopharyngoscopy with Removal of Foreign Bodies, and Microlaryngoscopy with Laser Cordotomy. ENT Clinic/Outpatient Procedures: Flexible Nasopharyngoscopy, Rigid Nasal Endoscopy, Ear Syringing/washing, Removal of Foreign Body, Caloric Test for Vertigo, Incisional Biopsy Under Local anaesthesia, Micro-Otoscopy and Suction Clearance, Wound Dressing, Tracheostomy Tube Management, Anterior Nasal Packing, and Dix-Hallpike manoeuvre.

Facilities & Equipment

  • Ward A (Male Ward) - 20-bed capacity
  • Ward B (Female Ward) - 20-bed capacity (also accommodates children)
  • 10 fully furnished consulting rooms in outpatient clinic
  • Dedicated treatment room for minor procedures
  • Modern audiology centre (University of Ghana postgrad training site)
  • Speech and Language Therapy Unit (near Public Health Unit)

Meet Our Team

Head of Department

  • Dr. Kenneth BaidooHead of Department & Head & Neck Specialist

ENT Consultants

  • Prof. E.D. KitcherConsultant & ENT Chair, Medical School
  • Dr. Adam JanguOtology/General ENT Specialist
  • Dr. Kafui SearyohRhinology Specialist
  • Dr. Estella Bilson-AmoahOtology/General ENT Specialist

ENT Specialists

  • Dr. Philibert Dery-Kuuzume
  • Dr. Asha Wankhede
  • Dr. Louis Armooh
  • Dr. Worlanyo Siale
  • Dr. Evelyn Nyamekye
  • Dr. Kofi Agyeman
  • Dr. Naa Akushia Sepenu
  • Dr. Eugene Owusu-Achaw
  • Dr. Kenneth Asare
  • Dr. Kwabena Agyenim-Boateng

Senior Nursing Staff

  • Ms. Pat AdjeiDCNO
  • Ms. Phyllis Nsiah-Gyimah
  • Ms. Takyiwaa Asare-Odei
  • Ms. Lydia Adjei
  • Ms. Gloria Dede Odoom
  • Ms. Martha Achiaa Mensah
  • Ms. Charity Kwakye
  • Ms. Benedicta Amankwah Boateng
  • Ms. Christiana Asante
  • Ms. Jane Rockson
  • Ms. Patricia Odonkor
  • Ms. Diana Asare
  • Nana Ama Kyerewaa
  • Ms. Valentina Adjei
  • Genevieve Vorsah
  • Ms. Enyonam Akorli
  • Ms. Roseline Baah
  • Ms. Irene Appiah
  • Ms. Evelyn Owusua

Senior Audiology Staff

  • Mrs. Jemima Fynn
  • Mrs. Rejoice Acquah
  • Mr. Joseph Boateng
  • Ms. Eunice Appae-Korang

Senior Speech and Language Pathologists

  • Ms. Leticia Afi Gomado
  • Ms. Jamila Abdulai
  • Ms. Ruby Constance Commodore