An Economist, Dr. George Domfeh has spoken highly of renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and former public official Dr. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng following his recent decision by the New Patriotic Party to expel him, describing him as a selfless patriot whose contribution to Ghana’s healthcare sector remains unmatched.
Speaking on the Bryt Adekyee Mu Sem programme with host Kwamina Sam Binney, Dr. Domfeh revealed that he has closely followed Dr. Frimpong-Boateng’s speeches and documentaries over the years, particularly his views on national development and good governance. He said he once expressed interest in meeting Dr. Frimpong-Boateng but later decided to visit him personally at his residence, where they held extensive discussions about the wellbeing and future of the country.
According to Dr. Domfeh, Dr. Frimpong-Boateng is a remarkable individual and a pioneering heart surgeon who played a leading role in establishing the National Cardiothoracic Centre at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. He noted that although Dr. Frimpong-Boateng received several private donations during his career, he selflessly invested those resources into developing the country .cardiothoracic centre to benefit the nation.
Dr. Domfeh further highlighted that Dr. Frimpong-Boateng has trained many medical specialists in Ghana, including Dr. Serebo at Korle Bu, and has helped build local capacity in heart surgery. His initiatives, he said, have influenced other teaching hospitals across the country, including facilities in Tamale and Cape Coast, to adopt similar cardiothoracic practices.
He added that despite having a successful career in Germany, Dr. Frimpong-Boateng chose to return home to serve Ghana, driven by his passion to reduce heart-related diseases in Ghana and across West Africa. Even in retirement from public office, he continues to contribute by developing private healthcare facilities to expand access to quality cardiac care.
Dr. Domfeh concluded that while politics can be a platform for national service, it is not the only way to contribute to national development. He suggested that Dr. Frimpong-Boateng’s greatest impact lies in medicine and mentorship, as doctors from across the world continue to visit Ghana to learn advanced heart-care practices pioneered by him.
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Economist Dr. George Domfeh Praises Dr. Frimpong-Boateng Following His Removal from Office
Economist Dr. George Domfeh has spoken highly of renowned cardiothoracic surgeon and former public official Dr. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng following his recent removal from office, describing him as a selfless patriot whose contribution to Ghana’s healthcare sector remains unmatched.
Speaking on the Bryt Adekyee Mu Sem programme with host Kwamina Sam Binny, Dr. Domfeh revealed that he has closely followed Dr. Frimpong-Boateng’s speeches and documentaries over the years, particularly his views on national development and good governance. He said he once expressed interest in meeting Dr. Frimpong-Boateng but later decided to visit him personally at his residence, where they held extensive discussions about the wellbeing and future of the country.
According to Dr. Domfeh, Dr. Frimpong-Boateng is a remarkable individual and a pioneering heart surgeon who played a leading role in establishing the National Cardiothoracic Centre at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital. He noted that although Dr. Frimpong-Boateng received several private donations during his career, he selflessly invested those resources into developing the cardiothoracic centre to benefit the nation.
Dr. Domfeh further highlighted that Dr. Frimpong-Boateng has trained many medical specialists in Ghana, including Dr. Serebo at Korle Bu, and has helped build local capacity in heart surgery. His initiatives, he said, have influenced other teaching hospitals across the country, including facilities
