Name: Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital
Type: Academic Medical Center / Teaching Hospital
Location: Accra, Ghana
Founded: 1923
Affiliation: University of Ghana Medical School
Ownership: Government of Ghana

Overview

Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, is the largest tertiary healthcare facility in Ghana and one of the leading teaching hospitals in West Africa. Located in Accra, it serves as a major referral center for complex medical cases across the country and neighboring regions.

The hospital provides advanced clinical care, supports medical education, and conducts research aimed at improving healthcare outcomes. With decades of experience, it plays a central role in Ghana’s healthcare delivery system and continues to expand its specialized services and infrastructure.

Key Services & Specialties

• Trauma & Emergency Care
• Internal Medicine & Subspecialties
• General & Specialized Surgery
• Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Pediatrics & Neonatology
• Cardiology Services
• Orthopedics & Trauma Surgery
• Radiology & Medical Imaging
• Oncology & Cancer Care
• Psychiatry & Mental Health Services
• Infectious Diseases & Public Health

Academic & Research Role

Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital is closely affiliated with the University of Ghana Medical School and serves as a major training center for healthcare professionals. Its academic contributions include:

• Clinical training for medical students and house officers
• Residency and specialist training programs
• Medical and biomedical research initiatives
• Public health and community outreach programs
• Collaboration with international health institutions and NGOs

Capacity & Facilities

• One of the largest teaching hospitals in West Africa
• Multiple specialized departments and clinical units
• Intensive Care Units (ICU) and advanced emergency services
• Diagnostic laboratories and imaging centers
• Modern surgical theaters for complex procedures
• Dedicated maternity and child health facilities
• Specialized centers (e.g., cardiac, renal, and cancer units)

Mission

To provide accessible, high-quality, and patient-centered healthcare while advancing medical education, research, and public health in Ghana.

Reputation

Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital is widely recognized for:

• Training generations of healthcare professionals in Ghana
• Delivering comprehensive tertiary healthcare services
• Leading national efforts in specialized medical care
• Supporting maternal, child, and public health programs
• Serving as a key referral hospital in West Africa

It remains a cornerstone of Ghana’s healthcare system, contributing significantly to improved health outcomes and medical advancement in the region.