The Methodist Church Ghana has held its eight annual Health Professionals Conference to discuss and address challenges facing the health systems.
The conference brought together medical practitioners, nurses, administrators, and allied health workers across the Central Region to deliberate on ways to strengthen healthcare delivery and uphold professional ethics within Methodist health institutions.
Held under the theme: “Equipping the Methodist Health Professional for Impact: Faith, Ethics and Excellence,” the conference served as a platform for participants to share experiences, discuss modern trends in healthcare, and renew their commitment to compassionate and ethical medical practice.
It was instituted to enhance professional development, spiritual renewal, and networking, with participants engaging in presentations, workshops, and discussions centered on the intersection of faith, ethics, and medical practice.
Opening the event, Dr John Nkrumah Mills, a Surgeon and Consultant of the Methodist Health System emphasised the church’s commitment to holistic health caring not only for the body but also the mind and soul.
He urged health professionals to integrate Christian values with their expertise, ensuring patients received both quality treatment and spiritual care.
Dr Mills underscored the importance of aligning professional competence with Christian values, stressing that health professionals must not only heal the body but also serve as agents of compassion, hope, and integrity.
He urged participants to see their work as a ministry grounded in faith and service.
Other speakers at the conference addressed key issues including emerging health challenges, the use of technology in modern medical practice, maternal and child healthcare, mental health, and the importance of continuous professional training.
Special sessions were also devoted to ethics, where participants were reminded of the importance of integrity, respect, and confidentiality in patient care.
The conference further highlighted the contributions of Methodist health institutions across the country in complementing government efforts towards achieving universal healthcare.
Mr Enock Osafo, the Health Director of the Methodist Church, encouraged participants to take the lessons learned back to their institutions and communities, noting that “healthcare is a ministry in itself, and every professional is a vessel of hope and healing.”
The conference formed part of the Church’s foundation mission to transform societies.
He noted that the Methodist health facilities continued to play critical role in complementing government efforts towards universal healthcare.
Mr Osafo called for greater investment in mission health institutions and encouraged professionals to become change agents in their communities.
Participants called for increased collaboration with stakeholders, capacity building for health workers, and improved resources to enhance service delivery in mission hospitals and clinics.
The conference ended with a renewed pledge by members to champion quality healthcare and uphold the values of service, compassion, and excellence.
Helena Tawiah, a participant in an interview with the Ghana News Agency, stressed the need for continuous training and adherence to professional ethics to maintain trust and uphold the dignity of patients.
She reaffirmed her commitment to impact lives through ethical, faith-driven, and excellent healthcare practices.
She pledged to serve not only as skilled professionals but also as ambassador of compassion and integrity within the Methodist health system and beyond.