Doctors at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital are raising alarm over mounting pressure at the facility’s Accident and Emergency Centre, warning that worsening congestion is pushing healthcare delivery to unsafe limits.
The Korle Bu Doctors Association (KODA), in a statement dated March 23, 2026, said a surge in patient admissions—linked to recent administrative directives—has overwhelmed both infrastructure and staff capacity at the unit.
Despite maintaining the hospital’s “No Bed” policy, which ensures that no patient is turned away, doctors say the reality on the ground has forced them to improvise care in hallways, on chairs, and even on floors. They warn that such conditions significantly increase the risk of treatment delays and medical errors.
KODA also highlighted the legal and professional implications of the situation, noting that providing care in non-standard environments exposes healthcare workers to potential medico-legal challenges in the event of complications.
Beyond patient safety concerns, the Association pointed to the growing physical and mental strain on medical staff. Doctors are reportedly facing burnout, exhaustion, and occupational health risks, including long-term injuries from attending to patients in awkward positions.
The group further suggested that conditions observed during a recent visit by the Health Minister may not reflect the everyday reality at the emergency unit, indicating that temporary measures could have masked the severity of the situation.
KODA is urging urgent intervention to address overcrowding and resource constraints, warning that without immediate action, both patient outcomes and healthcare worker wellbeing could be further compromised.
