Haemodialysis
Mode of Operation
- Nephrology services are provided primarily for in-patients admitted to the hospital.
- Renal outpatient clinics are conducted on Tuesdays from 8:00 am for patients with chronic kidney disease and other renal conditions.
- Dialysis Scheduling
Emergency dialysis sessions are provided as and when needed irrespective of timings and day.
For patients on maintenance dialysis, the scheduled days are:
- Mondays and Thursdays or.
- Tuesdays and Fridays or.
- Wednesdays and Saturdays.
The scheduled session timings are:
- 0600–1000 hours.
- 1100–1500 hours.
- 1600–2000 hours.
- 2000–2400 hours (night session).
Training and Professional Collaboration
- Clinical training and supervision of residents and house officers are provided by the Physician Specialists.
- Nephrology nurses provide training and supervision for nursing students.
- The Renal Unit collaborates with all other departments and units within the hospital to ensure comprehensive renal care for patients requiring these services.
Affiliated Institution
The Renal Unit provides collaborative care with the Ghana Armed Forces Critical Care and Emergency Hospital.