Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has paid tribute to its founders, past leaders and generations of staff whose vision, dedication and sacrifices have sustained the institution through 103 years of service to humanity.
Speaking at the anniversary ceremony on behalf of the Chief Executive, Dr Yakubu Seidu Adam, who was unavoidably absent owing to an equally important assignment, the Director of Medical Affairs, Dr Frank Owusu-Sekyere, commended the founders for laying a strong foundation upon which successive healthcare professionals and administrators have built.
He described the Hospital's journey as a significant achievement and urged current staff to honour that legacy by contributing to its continued growth.
"Over the years, many people have contributed to the story of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. Today, it is our turn to contribute our quota to ensure that the institution continues to thrive. We must remember that we are not the last to write this history. Others will come after us and stand on our shoulders to see even further," he said.
Established on 9 October 1923, the Hospital marked the milestone with a brief but meaningful ceremony that brought Management and staff together to reflect on its contributions to healthcare delivery, advocacy, medical tourism, training and research.
The celebration featured a cake-cutting ceremony involving members of the Central Management Team and staff, the symbolic release of 103 balloons, a celebratory toast and melodious performances by the Korle Bu Chorale.
Dr Owusu-Sekyere highlighted ongoing development initiatives, including the recent commissioning of the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory, as evidence of the Hospital's efforts to strengthen healthcare delivery and improve patient outcomes.
He acknowledged that the pace and scale of development might not always meet expectations but reaffirmed the Hospital's commitment to addressing its challenges and improving its infrastructure and services.
He thanked staff for their dedicated service and called for sustained collective effort to preserve the Hospital's legacy and build a stronger institution for future generations.
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