The Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana (PHFAoG) has successfully held its 5th Annual Conference in Ho, Volta Region, under the theme: “Unlocking Opportunities: Leveraging Government’s Private Sector Development Policy to Boost Ghana’s Private Health Sector.”
The event brought together key stakeholders in the health sector, including private healthcare providers, policymakers, and development partners, to explore collaborative strategies aimed at strengthening the role of private health facilities in national healthcare delivery.
In his opening address, Dr. Dr. S. Kwame Buabeng, President of the PHFAoG, highlighted the crucial role private health facilities play in Ghana’s health system.
He stated that the Association’s members deliver some of the best healthcare services available in the country and currently rank second only to government hospitals in terms of patient admissions.
“Our contribution to healthcare delivery in Ghana is significant,” Dr. Buabeng said. “Private health facilities not only complement government efforts but also lead in innovation, quality care, and responsiveness to patient needs.”
He emphasized the importance of aligning with government policies, particularly the Private Sector Development Policy, to create an enabling environment for private health institutions to thrive. According to him, a well-supported private sector can expand access, reduce the burden on public facilities, and improve overall health outcomes for Ghanaians.
The conference featured panel discussions, policy dialogues, and exhibitions, providing a platform for stakeholders to share best practices, identify challenges, and chart a sustainable path forward for the sector.
Highlighting on the theme for the 5th Annual conference, Dr Dr. Kwame Buabeng stated that the “This year’s theme couldn’t have come at a better time as we hope to position the private health sector in a manner to fully drive the benefits ghis policy has to offer” He stated.
The PHFAoG continues to advocate for stronger partnerships with government and other actors to address critical issues such as regulatory reforms, financing, training, and infrastructure development within the private health space.
The conference concluded with a call to action for both public and private sector actors to work together in transforming healthcare delivery and achieving universal health coverage in Ghana.
In her welcome address, the Chairperson for Volta /Oti Agness Mawusi Nkansah also indicated that the theme for the 5th Annual conference could not have come at a better time than this stating that “Across our nation, the demand for accessible quality, and affordable healthcare continues to rise, and the private health sector has become an indispensable partner in delivering that health service, creating jobs,and complimenting government’s effort in this vein.
Source: Odehyeba Owusu Job