Trauma & Orthopaedics
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Trauma & Orthopaedics

Leading facility for trauma, accident, and orthopaedic care serving the West African Sub-region.

Overview

The Trauma and Orthopaedics Department is a leading medical facility dedicated to providing exceptional care for trauma and orthopaedic cases. Serving not only the local metropolis but also the surrounding regions and even patients from the West African Sub-region, our centre is a trusted hub for the treatment of accidents and orthopaedic conditions. Working in collaboration with other departments within the hospital, we specialize in restoring our patients to their near or full recovery through advanced care and a patient-centric approach.

Our Leadership & Staff

The Trauma and Orthopaedics Department is led by Head of Department Dr. Frederick Kwarteng, with Administrator Mr. Mark Fiator, Accountant Felicity Achena Baba, Pharmacist Dr. Evelyn Gyekye, Engineer Mr. Yorm Sasraku, Deputy Director of Nursing Services (Trauma) Mrs. Mavis Armah-Mensah, Deputy Director of Nursing Services (Orthopaedics) Madam Elizabeth Daniels, and Stores Manager Mr. Prosper Sokro.

Our Services

  • Trauma Care: immediate intervention for trauma patients from accidents and injuries
  • Orthopaedic Treatment - comprehensive treatment for fractures, joint problems, and congenital conditions
  • Arthroscopic Surgery: minimally invasive procedures for knee, shoulder, and other large joints
  • All road traffic accident cases
  • Paediatric orthopaedic care
  • Emergency and casualty reception and stabilization

Types of Cases

- All Trauma Cases: From road traffic accidents to falls and other injuries. - All Orthopaedic Cases: Covering fractures, joint issues, congenital deformities, and musculoskeletal conditions. Our team is highly skilled in addressing the full spectrum of trauma and orthopaedic cases, from emergency care to long-term rehabilitation.

Training and Education

As a teaching hospital, the Trauma and Orthopaedics Centre plays a key role in educating the next generation of healthcare professionals: - Undergraduate Medical Students: Teaching them the fundamentals of trauma and orthopaedics. - Postgraduate Trainees: Providing advanced training in orthopaedics for specialists in the making. - Nursing Students: Offering hands-on clinical experience in trauma and orthopaedic nursing care. Our specialists are deeply invested in the development of future doctors and healthcare providers.

Research and Development

The Department is a hub for medical research, particularly in the areas of trauma and orthopaedics. Our department collects and analyzes extensive clinical data, providing a valuable resource for advancing the science of musculoskeletal care. We are also involved in collaborative research with other departments, the Ministry of Health, and the University of Ghana, contributing to the ongoing evolution of orthopaedic treatments and trauma care.

Clinical Units

- Outpatient Department (OPD): The first point of contact for patients referred to the centre, divided into Acute Care OPD (for immediate care of trauma cases) and Specialty Clinics (for ongoing orthopaedic care). - Emergency and Casualty Reception: For stabilizing severe trauma patients before admission to the wards.

Clinic Days

- General Orthopaedics and Trauma Clinic: Monday - Thursday - Arthroplasty Clinic: Tuesday - paediatric Orthopaedic Clinic: Wednesday - Fracture Clinic: Friday

Facilities & Equipment

  • Acute Care Outpatient Department
  • Specialty clinics
  • Emergency and Casualty Reception area
  • Orthopaedic wards
  • Records and Biostatistics Unit
  • Satellite Pharmacy
  • Satellite Laboratory
  • Satellite X-ray Unit
  • Orthotic Shop

Meet Our Team

Department Leadership

  • Dr. Frederick KwartengHead of Department
  • Mr. Mark FiatorAdministrator
  • Felicity Achena BabaAccountant
  • Dr. Evelyn GyekyePharmacist
  • Mr. Yorm SasrakuEngineer
  • Mrs. Mavis Armah-MensahDeputy Director of Nursing Services (Trauma)
  • Madam Elizabeth DanielsDeputy Director of Nursing Services (Orthopaedics)
  • Mr. Prosper SokroStores Manager

Consultant and Specialist Orthopaedic Surgeons

  • Dr. F. Kwarteng
  • Dr. A. Ocloo
  • Dr. M. Segbefia
  • Dr. D. Baddoo
  • Dr. A. Hillah
  • Dr. P. Nutsuklo
  • Dr. A. Asare
  • Dr. H. Holdbrook-Smith
  • Dr. A. O. Addo