General Surgeon at LEKMA Hospital in Accra, Chief Physician Dr Yongguang Yang, MD, PhD, has underscored the importance of deeper collaboration between China and Ghana in advancing medical standards, particularly in minimally invasive surgery.

Speaking at the maiden China-Ghana Minimally Invasive Surgery Knowledge Summit, Dr Yang emphasised that medical teams deployed to Ghana are selected from top universities in Guangdong, a region renowned for its economic strength and leadership in medical innovation.

“This mission allows us to introduce advanced Chinese medical concepts and technologies, which are of great significance in improving healthcare delivery in Ghana,” he stated.

He is the Consultant General Surgeon and Captain of the 14th China Medical Team to Ghana, a team of medical professionals who arw in the country to share their knowledge on the topic.

Dr Yang highlighted the benefits of minimally invasive surgical techniques, noting their potential to significantly improve the operational efficiency of Ghana’s healthcare system. He stressed the importance of the Chinese Medical Team's partnership with Essence, aimed at fostering mutual learning and the exchange of best practices.

“Together with our Ghanaian counterparts, we aim to build a strong bridge for knowledge sharing and the dissemination of advanced medical concepts,” he said.

Dr Yang expressed hope for future medical forums that would strengthen bilateral ties and support Ghana’s healthcare goals.

“Beyond improving Ghana’s medical situation, our continued collaboration also seeks to deepen the friendship between our two countries — a central mission of the Chinese Medical Team,” he concluded.

The summit, held at the University of Ghana on Thursday, 31st July, brought together seasoned experts who exchanged ideas on the latest developments in the field of minimally invasive surgery.

Discussions centred on the use of advanced technologies, including robotics, and research-led approaches to improve surgical practices in both countries.

Medical professionals from China joined the event virtually to share their experiences and insights, complementing in-person presentations from Ghanaian counterparts.