The Government of Ghana has appointed Dr Yakubu Seidu Adam as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH).

He is scheduled to officially assume office on Tuesday, 6th May 2025.

"Dr Adam's appointment marks a significant milestone in the ongoing transformation of Ghana's premier tertiary healthcare institution. With over two decades of dedicated service to Korle Bu, he brings a wealth of experience, clinical expertise, and visionary leadership to the role," an official statement from the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital announcing the appointment said.

A highly respected Consultant Eye Surgeon, Dr Adam joined KBTH in 2003 and has since distinguished himself in the subspecialty fields of glaucoma, cataract, and refractive surgery.

In 2017, he was appointed Head of the Lions International Eye Centre, where he led the centre to new heights of excellence, positioning it as a leading ophthalmic facility in the subregion.

He is a Fellow of the Ghana College of Surgeons and an active member of several prestigious professional bodies, including the Ophthalmological Society of Ghana, the Turkish Ophthalmology Society, and the American Academy of Ophthalmology.

"He has made significant contributions to clinical research, with numerous publications in respected local and international peer-reviewed journals," the statement added.

"His appointment is expected to further advance Korle Bu's mission of delivering world-class healthcare, research, and medical training."

The Director of Medical Affairs at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH), Dr Frank Owusu-Sekyere, had been acting as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the hospital following the end of the tenure of Dr Opoku Ware Ampomah in October 2024.

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