German-Ghanaian footballer collaborates with NCTC to perform 27 heart surgeries

The Gerald Asamoah Foundation in collaboration with a German charity Kinderherzen and the National Cardiothoracic Centre of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has successfully performed free surgeries for 27 children.   The surgeries were 5 open heart procedures and...

Uriel Sunalem Charity Donates To KBTH Cardio

Uriel Sunalem Charity Foundation in collaboration with Ethel Humanitarian Empowerment Projects has donated an amount of GH¢24,325 and some items to the National Cardiothoracic Centre of the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital (KBTH). The Foundation also presented pieces of...

Marhaba FM Supports 11 Hole-In- Heart Patient At NCTC

Marhaba FM, a private Zongo radio station based in Accra has donated a sum of $6,400 towards the surgical operation for Abdul Rahman Yussif, a three-year oldhole-in-heart patient.The presentation was done at the National Cardiothoracic Centre,Korle Bu Teaching...

Dr. Kow Entsua-Mensah Appointed as the new director of NCTC

National Cardiothoracic Centre is set to embark on a new chapter in its healthcare journey as Dr. Kow Entsua-Mensah steps into the role of Director, succeeding Professor Mark Mawutor Tettey, who is retired after two years of dedicated service. Dr. Kow...

Laurel Sika Awo donates wheelchairs to NCTC

Baby Laurel Sika Awo donates two brand new wheelchairs to support the NCTC. The mother, Mrs. Sylvia Opare Bia in her address said the baby was once a patient of the Centre. She narrates that whiles on admission they observed the shortages of wheelchairs to convey...

Shen Yang and Shen Yuet Children’s Heart Foundation Visits NCTC

The Shen Yang and Shen Yuet Children’s Heart Foundation recently paid a visit to the National Cardiothoracic Centre, announcing its commitment to funding at least 30 surgeries for children with congenital heart defects before the end of this year. Since its inception...

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Our Services

Holter Monitoring

Holter monitor is a medical device that measures hearts activity such as rate and rhythms. Aside this, it may be used

Electrocardiogram (ECG)

An ECG (or EKG) is a quick test where you are hooked up to some wires for a few seconds. It checks for problems with the electrical activity of the heart.

Laboratory & Diagnostics

We offer a wide range of high-quality laboratory services. At our facility patient get accurate, precise, relevant and comprehensive results in time for their doctor’s appointment.

Pharmaceutical

At the cardiothoracic center we provide express cardiac consultation direct or to referred patients to the center/our facility.

Exercise Stress Test

In a cardio department, an exercise stress test is used to determine how well the heart responds during times when it works at its peaks.

Cardiac Consultation

At the cardiothoracic center we provide express cardiac consultation direct or to referred patients to the center/our facility.

Latest News

National Cardiothoracic Centre launches 35th anniversary, honours Prof. Frimpong-Boateng

The National Cardiothoracic Centre at Korle Bu Teaching Hospital marked the launch of its 35th anniversary by paying tribute to its founder, Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, with a commemorative bust. This gesture was to acknowledge his unwavering commitment and...

NCTC celebrates Prof. Frimpong-Boateng

The National Cardiothoracic Centre (NCTC) at the Korle Bu Teaching Hospital has organised a dinner in honour of celebrated Ghanaian heart surgeon, Prof. Kwabena Frimpong-Boateng, whose exemplary leadership and vision led to the establishment of the centre in 1989. The...

How to take care of your Heart Health

Heart disease is by far the leading cause of death. Heart problems like high blood pressure can lead to premature heart failure, heart attacks, strokes, and other life-threatening conditions. The good news is about 80 per cent of all cases of cardiovascular disease...

The National Cardiothoracic Centre understates a health screening exercise at the CSIR in a partnership visit

The National Cardiothoracic Centre understates a health screening exercise at the CSIR in a partnership visit
Cardiology Appointment Cheat Sheet: Questions to Ask

Cardiology Appointment Cheat Sheet: Questions to Ask

You’ve done the research and chosen the cardiologist you feel is right for you. Now it’s time for your first appointment – do you know what questions you should ask your heart doctor? We’ve put together a quick cheat sheet below. Before the Cardiology AppointmentWhen...

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The Ten Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

The Ten Ways to Improve Your Heart Health

The Ten Ways to Improve Your Heart Health Balance calories with physical activity. Reach for a variety of fruits and vegetables. Choose whole grains. Include healthy protein sources, mostly plants and seafood. Use liquid non-tropical plant oils. Choose minimally...

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Keep Your Heart Healthy

Keep Your Heart Healthy

The Basics Overview Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both men and women in the United States. Take steps today to lower your risk of heart disease.  To help prevent heart disease, you can:  Eat healthy  Get active  Stay at a...

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Walk-In Accepted

At NCTC, we understand the need to be seen the same day, especially when it comes to heart aches and discomforts. This is why we have walk-in appointments available for new and existing patients