Phoenix Insurance has handed over 10 computers and accessories to the Surgery Department of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital, promising a long-term partnership to boost healthcare delivery. The donation is meant to help with clinical work, research, teaching, and digital record management as the hospital pushes to become more tech-driven.
Speaking at the ceremony, Phoenix Insurance Managing Director Henry Bukari said the company responded to a direct request from the department. "As an insurance company, we're also a good corporate citizen. From time to time, we support communities and institutions that provide critical services to the public," he said.
Bukari noted that the donation marks the beginning of a broader collaboration. "This is the beginning of a long-standing relationship that we intend to build with the Surgery Department. We'll continue to engage them on their specific needs and identify areas where we can provide support," he stated.
He described Korle Bu as a critical national asset and called on other corporate bodies to complement government efforts. "We can't leave it all to government. Korle Bu is for all of us. One day, either we or our loved ones may need the services of this hospital. Corporate institutions should step up and support the hospital and its various departments," he said.
Head of the Department of Surgery, Dr. Patrick Bankah, welcomed the donation, calling it timely. He explained that the hospital's shift to electronic medical records has increased the need for computers, but existing resources aren't enough. "Electronic and digital systems have become standard practice in healthcare. While management has made efforts to provide these resources, the demand continues to outpace availability. These computers will go a long way to improve patient care, research and innovation," he said.
Dr. Bankah praised Phoenix Insurance for acting quickly on the department's appeal and urged other companies and individuals to support the hospital. He stressed that Korle Bu serves not only Ghanaians but patients from across the sub-region, making it a national institution that deserves broad-based support. "We're appealing to responsible corporate organisations and individuals to come to Korle Bu's aid. Every contribution, no matter how small, helps us improve the quality of care we provide and the environment in which that care is delivered," he said.
This donation comes at a time when Ghanaian hospitals are increasingly turning to the private sector for help with infrastructure, digital transformation, and service delivery as patient numbers grow. Korle Bu, the country's largest referral hospital, has long struggled with outdated equipment and funding gaps, making partnerships like this one critical for keeping up with modern healthcare demands.