Government has successfully connected 193 health facilities, including 49 polyclinics, to its new e-health system, a digital transformation which aims to revolutionise healthcare delivery across the country.

The Finance Minister, Dr Mohammed Amin Adam, announced his mid-year budget review on the floor of Parliament on Tuesday.

“Mr Speaker, as part of government's digitisation agenda, the e-Health project is progressing steadily, focusing on health centres and polyclinics this year. As of June 2024, 49 polyclinics and 144 health centres have been connected, enhancing access to patient data at the point of care, claims management, and real-time bio-surveillance data. This has significantly strengthened the country's health delivery system,” he stated.

He stated government's commitment to leveraging technology to improve healthcare for all Ghanaians. This e-health system promises increased efficiency, better access, and a more patient-centered approach.

“Our government is dedicated to improving healthcare access and quality for all Ghanaians. By integrating e-health systems into our polyclinics and health centres, we are revolutionising the way healthcare is delivered, making it more efficient, accessible, and patient-centred," Dr Adam added.

The e-health initiative is part of a broader strategy to modernise Ghana's healthcare infrastructure, ensuring that medical services are more efficient and responsive to the population's needs.

This system allows for better management of patient records, real-time monitoring of health data, and improved coordination of care among healthcare providers.

Dr Amin Adam explained that the e-health system would significantly enhance the capacity of health facilities to provide timely and accurate diagnoses and treatments.

“With the e-health system, healthcare providers can access patient records instantly, leading to quicker and more accurate diagnoses. This system also facilitates better coordination between different levels of care, ensuring that patients receive the best possible treatment at the right time,” he said.

Integrating e-health systems is expected to reduce the administrative burden on healthcare workers, allowing them to focus more on patient care.

By automating routine tasks and streamlining workflows, the e-health system aims to improve the overall efficiency of healthcare delivery.

In addition to improving clinical outcomes, the e-health system is designed to enhance health data management and reporting.

This will enable the Ministry of Health to monitor health trends more effectively, plan resources better, and respond to public health emergencies with greater agility.