The Trauma and Specialist Hospital in Winneba has revealed new details regarding the case of an elderly woman who was found in a bush and later passed away due to administrative issues.
Contrary to earlier reports, it has been disclosed that the woman, who was involved in a hit-and-run accident, requested to be returned to the location where she was initially found.
The hospital’s Medical Director, Dr. Prah George Kwame, submitted a comprehensive report on the incident, shedding light on the circumstances surrounding the woman’s treatment and subsequent discharge.
According to the report, the victim was brought to the hospital by the National Ambulance Service, accompanied by the Social Welfare Officer of Gomoa Ojobi.
She received immediate treatment, including the application of Plaster of Paris (POP) casts to both lower limbs due to fractures in the tibia bones. Throughout her stay, the hospital provided her with full care, including feeding, medication, and housekeeping.
After six days of treatment, the patient was discharged on June 3, 2024, as she was declared well. Medical records were submitted as evidence, confirming her condition and treatment history.
During her treatment, the patient exhibited disorientation and some violent behavior. However, she later calmed down and expressed a desire to return to where she was found. Following discussions between the social welfare officers involved, it was agreed to transport her back to Gomoa Ojobi, her preferred destination.
The hospital ambulance, accompanied by the social welfare officer and a staff member, facilitated her return, ensuring she was appropriately clothed and provided with a wheelchair. Before her departure, coordination was made with the social welfare officer in Ojobi to ensure a smooth handover upon her arrival.
Dr. Prah George Kwame emphasized that the hospital had fulfilled its responsibilities by providing necessary care and support to the patient. He also highlighted that the Trauma and Specialist Hospital in Winneba operates with well-trained health professionals dedicated to upholding the highest standards of care.
In response to this incident, Dr. Patrick Kuma-Aboagye, Director-General of the Ghana Health Service, has temporarily relieved the facility’s Director of duties and initiated a five-member committee to investigate the circumstances surrounding the patient’s abandonment in Gomoa Ojobi.