Some beneficiaries at the programme
The Member of Parliament (MP) for Weija Gbawe, Jerry Ahmed Shaib, has expanded his constituency-wide eye surgery initiative, with a second batch of beneficiaries successfully undergoing surgery and currently recovering.
The programme, being implemented in partnership with the Columbia Union Conference in USA, the Ghana Adventist Health Services (GAHS), and the medical team at the SDA Valley View Hospital, is aimed at improving access to quality eye care and restoring sight to residents suffering from various vision-related conditions.
The MP said the latest round of successful surgeries marks another milestone in the healthcare intervention, which seeks to provide life-changing treatment to individuals who may otherwise be unable to afford specialised eye care services.
He said the project is making a significant impact in the lives of beneficiaries by helping to address preventable vision impairment and blindness within the constituency.
Mr. Ahmed Shaib noted that restoring sight enables recipients to regain their independence, improve their productivity and participate more actively in family and community life.
According to him, the programme goes beyond medical treatment and serves as a social intervention that creates renewed opportunities for many residents whose livelihoods and daily activities have been affected by vision challenges.
He stated that the success of the programme underscores the importance of partnerships in expanding access to specialised healthcare services.
He noted that the collaboration between local and international partners had made it possible to reach vulnerable residents and provide them with critical medical support that can significantly improve their quality of life.
The MP expressed appreciation to the Columbia Union Conference, Ghana Adventist Health Services and the medical professionals at SDA Valley View Hospital for their commitment to the initiative and their contribution to improving healthcare delivery in the Constituency.
He also expressed optimism that the programme would continue to bring hope to more residents as additional beneficiaries receive treatment in future phases.
Mr. Shaib reaffirmed his commitment to supporting interventions that enhance the welfare of constituents, stressing that access to healthcare remains a key pillar of development.
He said he would continue to ensure that residents, particularly those facing financial difficulties, have access to essential medical services.
By Ernest Kofi Adu