Veep Urges New Doctors to Serve All Communities
Vice President Professor Naana Jane Opoku-Agyemang has appealed to newly qualified medical doctors to channel their training toward communities where healthcare remains insufficient, stressing that the profession demands sacrifice, empathy and a deep commitment to national wellbeing.
Delivering the keynote address at the Accra College of Medicine’s 6th Congregation and 10th Anniversary ceremony on Saturday, December 6, 2025, Prof. Opoku-Agyemang reminded the graduates that their journey into medicine carries a moral obligation. She said the privilege of undergoing years of rigorous medical education must translate into service for people whose access to healthcare remains limited.
She stated that several regions across the country continue to face uneven distribution of health professionals, leaving many citizens without timely or adequate medical attention. According to her, bridging these disparities requires young doctors who are willing to work beyond the major cities and place the needs of vulnerable communities above their desire for comfort.
The Vice President encouraged the new practitioners to let compassion guide their decisions as they step into their careers. She urged them to draw strength from the principles of the Hippocratic Oath, emphasising integrity, fairness and the preservation of human dignity. “Medicine calls you to places where care is scarce and relief is urgently needed,” she said, urging them to remain faithful to the pledge they have taken.
Prof. Opoku-Agyemang also commended the Accra College of Medicine for a decade of impactful training, describing the institution as a vital contributor to strengthening Ghana’s health workforce. She said the college’s sustained commitment to academic excellence and practical mentorship has prepared its graduates to meet the demands of a changing healthcare system.
The anniversary ceremony celebrated ACM’s accomplishments over the past ten years and marked the entry of a new cohort of doctors poised to play a critical role in improving healthcare delivery across the country.
