The training sessions on Al and telemedicine aimed to equip healthcare professionals with the skills needed to effectively integrate these technologies into their practice.

Dr. Hilda Mantebea Boye, President of the PSG, was speaking at the pre-conference of the Annual General Scientific Meeting 2025 of the Paediatric Society of Ghana.
She emphasized the critical need for continuous learning and adaptation in the ever-evolving field of medicine.

The event drew over 250 participants, both in-person and virtually, including Paediatrician, medical doctors, nurses, lab professionals, and dietitians, showcasing a multidisciplinary approach to tackling Ghana's paediatrics healthcare challenges.

The diverse programme featured multiple tracks, addressing critical areas such as adolescent health, malaria, Al and telemedicine, point-of-care ultrasound training, and research.

The AGSM 2025 presents a pivotal opportunity to unite diverse stakeholders in the mission to achieve Universal Health Coverage for children across Ghana.
The conference was used to launch the Adolescent Health Programme, a new PSG initiative, aimed at improving healthcare services for adolescents across Ghana.

This programme will focus on building the capacity of healthcare workers in districts nationwide, with support from partner organizations.

She highlighted the importance of periodic knowledge updates for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care.
She said it was designed to provide participants with practical skills and knowledge applicable to their daily work.

Dr. Boye said the progress made in paediatric treatment was due to the increasing number of paediatricians in Ghana, emphasizing the importance of enhanced care for new-borns, older children, and adolescents.

She emphasized the Society's commitment to leveraging technology to improve healthcare delivery, citing the inclusion of Al and telemedicine in the conference agenda as a prime example.

The PSG President noted the transformative potential of telemedicine to bridge geographical gaps in healthcare access.

She said due to advancement in technology in medical practice specialists in Accra could consult on complex cases in remote areas like Koforidua and Tamale, thereby expanding access to specialized care for children across the country.