By Mustapha Abubakar
The harrowing experience at General Hospital Ganye is a stark reminder of the systemic decay within our healthcare system. It is not about personal grievances; it is about a fundamental failure to uphold the sanctity of human life.
Imagine a villager who has no alternative but to rely on Ganye General Hospital. Picture a desperate family arriving at the hospital between 12 a.m. and 3 a.m., only to find themselves trapped in a cycle of neglect, with no means to transfer their loved one elsewhere. What do you think happens in such a situation? The answer is painful: avoidable loss of life.
The tales of negligence and inhumane treatment at General Hospital Ganye are not new. They have persisted for too long, and the consequences have been dire. The hospital, which should be a place of healing, has instead become a symbol of frustration, despair, and tragic endings.
In sharp contrast, General Hospital Jada stands as a beacon of hope, demonstrating what effective leadership and dedication to duty can achieve. Under the exceptional leadership of Dr. Calvin Gaya, Jada hospital exemplifies efficiency, compassion, and professionalism.
During a recent visit, the level of service at Jada General Hospital left an indelible mark. Within 47 minutes of our arrival, the patient was scanned, blood samples were re-screened, and the necessary surgery was successfully carried out. What was even more impressive? The issue of bills was not even raised until after the surgery was completed. This is the gold standard of patient-centered care—where saving lives takes precedence over bureaucracy.
The time for excuses is over. Dr. Amos Malena, the Principal Medical Officer of Ganye General Hospital, must urgently take corrective measures. The people of Ganye deserve a healthcare facility that values their lives and well-being, not one that turns a blind eye to their suffering.
Dr. Malena and his management team must learn from Jada General Hospital and implement necessary reforms. Patients should not have to beg for care or suffer indignities that could be easily avoided with proper management, staffing, and policies.
The question remains: who did this to us? But more importantly—who will fix it?
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