Pathology Division
COL HOBENU - OIC PATHOLOGY DIVISION
The Pathology Division is the laboratory diagnostic arm of the 37 Military Hospital. The Pathology Division consists of two major sub-divisions; the Anatomical and Clinical Departments. The Clinical sub-division is ISO 15189:2012 accredited whiles the Anatomical sub-division is licensed by the Mortuaries and Funeral Facilities Agency (MoFFA) of Ghana.
The sub-divisions are further departmentalized into various sub-specialties namely: Chemical Pathology, Microbiology, Client Service, Virology, Haematology, Serology, Blood Bank, Histopathology and Morgue.
Mission Statement
To provide quality laboratory diagnostic information to help improve the health and well-being of patients and satisfaction of our clients.
Vision Statement
Our vision is to be the recognized market leader in the field of laboratory medicine in Ghana.
Core Values
- Patient-centered care: In all accomplishments, we are guided by the needs of our client.
- Integrity: We do the right thing.
- Excellence: We do the best thing.
- Safety: We do the safe thing.
Quality Policy
The Pathology Division is committed to promoting the Mission of the 37 Military Hospital by the effective delivery of Laboratory services through:
- Operating a Quality Management System (QMS) that integrates the organization, personnel, policies, procedures, processes and resources in all laboratory disciplines (tests) run in this laboratory.
- Using Standard methods to provide timely, accurate, reliable and highest achievable quality of test results for its clients.
Reviewing its quality objectives to ensure continual improvement through innovative technologies, training and research to make it a market leader in laboratory medicine in Ghana.
- Ensuring all personnel are familiar with and committed to this Quality Policy. ISO 15189:2012 and requirement of the Southern African Development Community for Accreditation Services (SADCAS).
Sub Specialties
Information regarding the various sub-specialties are provided below:
Microbiology
The Microbiology department is headed by Lt Col Kingsley Ackah.
Virology
The Virology department is headed by Lt Col D Opoku Agyemang.
Serology
The Serology department is headed byMaj KY Kissiedu.
Haematology
The Haematology department is headed by Lt Col J Boafo
Client Service Department
The Client Service department is headed by Lt Col M Asante-Addo – OIC & Maj C Banamwin – Deputy OIC
Blood Bank
The Blood Bank department is headed Lt Col Okoh-Bensah – OIC & Capt Nuoumah – 2IC
Chemical Pathology
The Chemical Pathology department is headed by Maj NB Koranteng – OIC & Mr Joseph Nii Addy – Deputy OIC
Histopathology Department
The Histopathology department is headed by Lt Kwame Boakye Agyei Sarfo
Mortuary Department
The Mortuary department is headed by Maj Isaac Doe Adukonu – Mortuary Manager & Flt Lt Cyril Kumi-Dwah – Deputy MortuaryÂ
GAF Molecular Forensics & Research Laboratory
The GAFMFRL is headed by Lt Col NYF Snyper