Groundbreaking Kidney Transplant in Kumasi

In a historic medical breakthrough, doctors in Kumasi have successfully performed the first-ever kidney transplant in the Ashanti Region. This remarkable achievement offers new hope to thousands of patients suffering from end-stage kidney disease.
The surgery took place at the HopeXchange Medical Centre in Santasi, Kumasi, under the auspices of the Kidney Specialist Centre. A team of 10 medical experts, including local and foreign professionals from fields such as urology, nephrology, anesthesiology, and perioperative nursing, collaborated seamlessly to save a life.


The patient, whose identity has been kept confidential, had been battling end-stage renal failure for years. His condition began with hypertension, which eventually led to kidney problems and renal failure. The patient had been undergoing dialysis three times a week, spending approximately four hours per session to filter his blood. The physical and emotional toll of the disease, coupled with the symptoms of extreme fatigue, drowsiness, weight loss, and itchy skin, made the transplant a necessary and life-saving procedure.
Dr. Elliot Koranteng Tannor, a consultant nephrologist and the lead specialist for the surgery, described the achievement as a major step forward in kidney care in Ghana. He emphasized the importance of this milestone in reducing reliance on dialysis and making life-saving treatments more accessible. The cost of the first transplant was approximately $25,000, with future procedures expected to range between $30,000 and $35,000.
The successful transplant not only marks a significant advancement in medical history but also brings hope to many patients in the Ashanti Region and beyond. The Kidney Specialist Centre and HopeXchange Medical Centre are committed to performing more transplants to improve the lives of those suffering from kidney disease.
This groundbreaking achievement is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the medical professionals involved and a beacon of hope for patients with kidney disease in Ghana.