Oti: Dr. Kofi Amo-Kodieh, the Oti Regional Health Director, has announced an ambitious goal to boost skilled deliveries in the region to 80 percent by the end of 2025. This initiative is aimed at enhancing maternal healthcare outcomes and reducing maternal mortality rates in the area.
According to Ghana News Agency, skilled deliveries in the Oti region have already shown progress, rising to 67.54 percent in the first half of the year from 62.69 percent during the same period in 2024. Dr. Amo-Kodieh shared these insights during the Oti Regional Health Directorate's 2025 Half Year Performance Review Meeting, themed 'Strengthening Quality Public Health and Clinical Services for Improved Health Outcomes: The Role of the Health Professional'.
The director's target builds on the observed progress and underlines the region's dedication to providing high-quality maternal care. Efforts are underway to strengthen healthcare services to ensure that expectant mothers receive optimal care.
Dr. Amo-Kodieh's target is expected to contribute to improved health outcomes and reduced maternal mortality in the Oti Region. In a related development, he mentioned that the Ghana Health Service (GHS) is actively working to enhance patient care and reduce conflicts between healthcare staff and clients.
During his engagement with the Ghana News Agency, Dr. Amo-Kodieh disclosed that the Director General of the GHS has mandated all facilities to appoint a Public Relations Officer (PRO). The PROs will act as a crucial link between patients and healthcare providers, ensuring patients are well-informed about medical procedures, treatments, and hospital policies.
Dr. Amo-Kodieh explained that GHS will offer training to healthcare staff to foster empathy and compassion in patient interactions. This initiative aims to bring transparency, understanding, and trust between healthcare providers and patients. He emphasized the GHS's goal to build trust and confidence in the healthcare system, minimize misunderstandings and disputes between staff and clients, and deliver high-quality healthcare services that meet patients' needs.
