SMS Dean Calls for Greater Investment in Medical Education Infrastructure
The Dean of the KNUST School of Medical Sciences, Prof. Akwasi Antwi-Kusi, has underscored the urgent need for increased investment in medical education infrastructure to meet the evolving challenges of global healthcare.
Speaking at the Grand Durbar to mark the 50th Anniversary of the School of Medical Sciences on the 3rd October 2025 at the KNUST Great Hall, Prof. Kusi stressed that the complexity and scale of today’s health issues require significant improvements in infrastructure, technology, and teaching resources.
“To remain a leader in medical education, SMS must expand its facilities, strengthen laboratories, and modernize its learning environment to match international standards,” he said.
He noted that the institution, which has over the years trained thousands of medical professionals across the country and beyond, must not rest on its laurels if it intends to maintain its relevance in an increasingly competitive and fast-evolving global health sector.
As part of activities marking the Golden Jubilee celebration, the school launched a legacy project aimed at upgrading its training facilities.
Prof. Kusi described the Golden Jubilee Anniversary Project as a strategic renewal of the school's commitment to excellence in training, research, and service.
“This is why our Golden Jubilee Anniversary Project is so important. It represents a renewal of our commitment to provide world-class training facilities and to prepare the next generation of medical professionals for service and leadership,” he explained.
He appealed to alumni, development partners, and friends of the institution to support the initiative.
