Medical Clinics in Accra: A Guide to Clinics, Locations & Healthcare Services

Accra’s medical clinic landscape extends well beyond its major hospitals. The Greater Accra Region has 347 clinics and 149 health centres according to Ghana Health Service data, ranging from small neighbourhood practices to multi-specialty facilities in Airport Residential Area, Cantonments, and East Legon. Notable options include Akai House Clinic in Cantonments, Nyaho Medical Centre at Airport Residential, Cocoa Clinic in central Accra, and specialist facilities like Saint Thomas Eye Hospital at Mataheko.

At a Glance: Key Facts About Clinics in Accra

Understanding the Clinic Landscape in Accra

The difference between a “hospital” and a “clinic” in Ghana is not always clear-cut. Some facilities use the terms interchangeably. Broadly speaking, clinics tend to be smaller, focused on outpatient care, and often serve specific communities or specialisations. Hospitals offer inpatient services, emergency departments, and broader specialist coverage.

The Greater Accra Region’s health infrastructure includes 774 CHPS compounds, 347 clinics, 106 maternity homes, 149 health centres, 24 polyclinics, and 124 hospitals. These facilities are owned by a mix of government, CHAG (Christian Health Association of Ghana), private operators, and quasi-government institutions.

For residents and visitors alike, understanding the clinic options matters because they often provide faster access to routine care than the major referral hospitals. Many clinics handle general consultations, diagnostic tests, minor procedures, and specialist referrals without the crowds that characterise Korle Bu or Ridge Hospital.

Multi-Specialty Clinics in Accra

Akai House Clinic

Type: Private multi-specialty clinic
Location: Corner of 4th & 6th Circular Roads, Cantonments
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm; Saturday, 10:00am – 12:00pm

Akai House Clinic occupies a convenient position in Cantonments, close to several embassies and international organisations. The clinic offers general medical services, specialist consultations, and laboratory services. It has earned a reputation as a reliable option for expatriates and professionals working in the diplomatic and international development sectors.

Services: General practice, paediatrics, dermatology, laboratory services
Contact: +233 (0)302 784 772 / 4 / 6
Website: www.akaihouseclinic.com

Nyaho Medical Centre

Type: Private multi-specialty medical centre
Location: 35 Aviation Road (also listed as 35 Kofi Annan Street), Airport Residential Area
Operating Hours: 24/7 at main branch

Nyaho Medical Centre has operated for over 50 years and describes itself as a “premier multi-specialty healthcare provider.” The facility serves over 100,000 patients annually and operates 24 hours a day from its main branch.

The centre offers a comprehensive array of services including primary care, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, dermatology, cardiology, and more. It caters particularly to expatriates, tourists, and local clients seeking private healthcare.

Services: Primary care, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, dermatology, cardiology, specialist consultations
Contact: +233 (0)302 775 341 / 775 291
Website: www.nyahomedical.org

Lister Hospital

Type: Private hospital and clinic
Location: Nii Martey Tsuru Street, East Airport (off Spintex Road)
Operating Hours: 24 hours

Lister Hospital has built a reputation for fertility and reproductive health services, though it offers a full range of general medical care. Located in the East Airport area near Spintex Road, it serves residents of East Airport, Spintex, and surrounding communities.

Specialisations: Fertility services, general practice, specialist consultations
Contact: +233 (0)303 409 030 / 244 313 883
Website: www.listerhospital.com.gh

Cocoa Clinic

Type: Institutional clinic (Cocoa Board)
Location: Mantse Boi Street, Accra
Operating Hours: Standard business hours

Cocoa Clinic operates under the Ghana Cocoa Board and provides family medicine and outpatient services. The facility is accredited by the Pharmacy Council Ghana as an experiential training site, indicating its role in training healthcare professionals.

The clinic serves both Cocoa Board employees and the general public, offering a range of primary healthcare services from its central Accra location.

Services: Family medicine, outpatient care, general consultations
Contact: +233 (0)302 229 355

Specialist Clinics in Accra

Saint Thomas Eye Hospital

Type: Specialist eye clinic
Location: Mataheko Flamingo, Outer Ring Road
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm; Saturday, 8:30am – 2:00pm; Sunday closed

Saint Thomas Eye Hospital is a privately owned specialist eye clinic providing both general and sub-specialty ophthalmic services. The facility is led by Dr. Michael E. Gyasi, a Vitreoretinal specialist and member of the American Society of Retina Specialists.

The hospital offers advanced surgical services including retinal detachment surgery, phacoemulsification, micropulse laser treatment for macular edema and glaucoma, and cosmetic squint surgeries. The facility also runs pro-poor programmes in partnership with Unite for Sight, a non-profit organisation, to ensure vision-restoration surgical needs are met regardless of patients’ financial circumstances.

Specialisations: Glaucoma, retina, cataract surgery, general ophthalmology
Contact: +233 (0)24 675 8483 / +233 (0)54 012 5450
Website: www.stthomaseyehospital.com

Franklyn Medical Centre

Type: Private medical centre
Location: Ground Floor, Adabla Plaza, 3 Oroko Street, Kokomlemle
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm; Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays, 8:00am – 1:00pm

Franklyn Medical Centre provides accessible healthcare from its location in Kokomlemle. The clinic operates extended hours on weekends and public holidays, making it a practical option for patients who cannot attend during regular weekday hours.

Services: General practice, outpatient care
Contact: +233 (0)302 920 882 / +233 (0)24 606 3334
Website: www.franklynmedical.com

Ergon German Clinic

Type: Private clinic
Location: 108 Yiyiwa Drive, Abelenkpe (near Lincoln School)
Operating Hours: Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 8:40am – 3:20pm; Wednesday, 8:40am – 5:00pm; Friday, 8:40am – 1:00pm

Ergon German Clinic operates from Abelenkpe, near Lincoln Community School. The clinic’s name reflects its German medical orientation, and it provides general medical services with a focus on obstetrics and gynaecology among other specialisations.

The facility is known for serving the expatriate community in the Abelenkpe and Dzorwulu areas.

Services: General practice, obstetrics and gynaecology
Contact: +233 (0)302 775 772

OMNI Healthcare / Child and Associates

Type: Private clinic
Location: 49 Osu Badu Street, Dzorwulu
Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 4:30pm

OMNI Healthcare provides general medical services from its Dzorwulu location, serving residents of Dzorwulu, Airport Residential, and surrounding areas.

Services: General practice, specialist consultations
Contact: +233 (0)302 782 464 / +233 (0)28 954 3716

Life Healthcare Medical & Dental Clinic

Type: Medical and dental clinic
Location: Entrance 1, Shop 25, Accra Mall, Spintex Road
Operating Hours: Standard mall hours

Life Healthcare Medical & Dental Clinic operates from within Accra Mall, providing convenient access to medical and dental services for shoppers and workers in the area. The clinic’s internal medicine department handles general consultations and outpatient care.

Services: Internal medicine, dental services, general practice
Contact: +233 (0)30 282 3064

St. Luke’s Clinic

Type: Private clinic
Location: Airport Residential Area

St. Luke’s Clinic operates in the Airport Residential Area, providing general medical services to residents and workers in this upscale neighbourhood. The clinic is listed among medical service providers serving expatriates and locals in Accra.

Services: General practice, paediatrics
Contact: +233 (0)302 775 405 / +233 (0)55 065 6134
Email: [email protected]

Dental Clinics in Accra

Bethel Dental Clinic

Type: Dental clinic
Location: North Dzorwulu

Bethel Dental Clinic provides comprehensive dental services from its Dzorwulu location. The clinic offers preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dental treatments.

Services: General dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics
Contact: +233 (0)302 771 155 / +233 (0)54 012 5146
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.betheldentalghana.com

Dentoc Dental Clinic

Type: Dental clinic
Location: Adjiringanor, East Legon

Dentoc Dental Clinic serves the East Legon and Adjiringanor communities with a range of dental services.

Services: General dentistry, dental surgery
Contact: +233 (0)24 488 1961 / +233 (0)26 974 9180
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.dentocdental.com

Pro-Denticare Ltd

Type: Dental clinic
Location: 4 Onyasia Crescent, Roman Ridge

Pro-Denticare provides dental services from Roman Ridge, serving patients in the central Accra area.

Services: General dentistry
Contact: +233 (0)24 432 9332
Email: [email protected]

Diagnostic and Medical Centres

Sonotech Medical & Diagnostic Centre

Type: Diagnostic centre
Location: Osu Oxford Street

Sonotech Medical & Diagnostic Centre operates from Osu Oxford Street, providing diagnostic services in one of Accra’s busiest commercial areas. The centre is also listed as a medical centre for Wafid, Saudi Arabia’s visa medical examination service.

Services: Diagnostic imaging, laboratory services
Contact: +233 (0)24 243 9467
Email: [email protected]
Website: sonotechgh.com

Synlab Ghana Ltd

Type: Diagnostic laboratory
Location: 22 Westlands Boulevard, West Legon

Synlab Ghana operates as part of the international Synlab network, providing laboratory and diagnostic services from its West Legon location.

Services: Laboratory testing, diagnostic services
Contact: +233 (0)302 763 580
Website: www.synlab.com.gh

Impact Medical and Diagnostic Centre

Type: Diagnostic centre
Location: No. 5 Nyanyo Lane, Asylum Down

Impact Medical and Diagnostic Centre provides diagnostic services from Asylum Down, serving the central Accra area.

Services: Diagnostic imaging, laboratory services
Contact: +233 (0)20 015 3279
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.impactclinic.com.gh

Community and Neighbourhood Clinics

Accra Newtown Islamic Hospital

Type: Private hospital with clinic services
Location: Accra Newtown

While classified as a hospital, Accra Newtown Islamic Hospital provides clinic-style outpatient services alongside its inpatient facilities. The hospital began offering dialysis services in August 2024 and has been accredited by the National Health Insurance Authority for NHIS-covered dialysis treatment.

The facility offers general outpatient care, antenatal services, laboratory tests, major and minor surgeries, and eye care. It has ten dialysis machines and can provide up to 30 dialysis sessions daily.

Services: General outpatient, antenatal, laboratory, surgery, eye care, dialysis
Website: accranewtownislamichospital.com

F. Alpha and Omega Specialist Hospital

Type: Private specialist hospital
Location: Madina Powerland, near Ritz Junction

F. Alpha and Omega Specialist Hospital marked its first anniversary in 2025, having recorded over 85,000 outpatient visits in its first year. The four-storey facility on a three-acre property provides general outpatient and inpatient care, specialist surgery, paediatrics, antenatal, obstetrics, and gynaecology.

The hospital offers free antenatal care and deliveries to NHIS card-holding pregnant women. Two new departments—an IVF Center and a Premium Center—were launched during the anniversary celebrations.

Services: General outpatient, inpatient care, specialist surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, IVF
Location: Madina

Attu Clinic (CKC Medical Services)

Type: Private clinic
Location: Asuapim Street, Odorkor

Attu Clinic provides general medical services from its Odorkor location, serving residents in the western part of Accra.

Services: General practice, outpatient care
Contact: +233 (0)30 231 0432

Where Clinics Are Located in Accra

Airport Residential Area and Cantonments: The highest concentration of multi-specialty private clinics, including Nyaho Medical Centre, Akai House Clinic, and St. Luke’s Clinic. These serve expatriates, diplomats, and professionals.

Dzorwulu and Abelenkpe: Home to OMNI Healthcare, Bethel Dental Clinic, and Ergon German Clinic, serving residents in these residential neighbourhoods.

East Legon and Adjiringanor: Growing cluster of dental and specialist clinics, including Dentoc Dental Clinic.

Osu and Oxford Street: Sonotech Diagnostic Centre and various specialist practices operate in this busy commercial district.

Madina and Adenta: F. Alpha and Omega Specialist Hospital serves the eastern corridor.

Odorkor and Western Accra: Community clinics like Attu Clinic serve the western suburbs.

Kokomlemle and Central Accra: Franklyn Medical Centre and Cocoa Clinic provide accessible care in central locations.

How to Choose a Clinic in Accra

For Routine Check-ups and Minor Ailments

Neighbourhood clinics and polyclinics handle general consultations, basic laboratory tests, and preventive care. Options like Attu Clinic in Odorkor or Franklyn Medical Centre in Kokomlemle are appropriate for non-emergency situations.

For Specialist Consultations

Multi-specialty clinics like Nyaho Medical Centre and Akai House Clinic offer access to specialists across various disciplines without the waiting times typical of major hospitals.

For Dental Care

Bethel Dental Clinic, Dentoc Dental Clinic, and Pro-Denticare provide comprehensive dental services across different areas of Accra.

For Eye Care

Saint Thomas Eye Hospital offers sub-specialty ophthalmology services, including advanced surgical procedures.

Considering Insurance

The National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) covers treatment at accredited facilities. For dialysis patients, Accra Newtown Islamic Hospital accepts NHIS coverage. Private health insurance provides access to a broader range of private clinics.

Costs and Payment Considerations

Medical costs in Accra vary significantly between public and private facilities. Public polyclinics and NHIS-accredited facilities offer subsidised rates for card holders. Private clinics charge market rates, which can be higher but often include shorter waiting times and more personalised service.

For dialysis specifically, the government’s free dialysis policy under NHIS has been a significant relief. At Accra Newtown Islamic Hospital, patients previously spent around GH¢6,000 monthly on dialysis before the policy took effect.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a clinic and a hospital in Accra?

In Ghana, clinics typically provide outpatient care, general consultations, and basic diagnostic services. Hospitals offer inpatient services, emergency departments, and broader specialist coverage. Some facilities use both terms in their names regardless of their actual service scope.

How many clinics are in Accra?

The Greater Accra Region has 347 clinics and 149 health centres according to Ghana Health Service data. These are owned by government, private operators, CHAG, and quasi-government institutions.

Where are most private clinics located in Accra?

Private clinics cluster in upscale neighbourhoods including Airport Residential Area, Cantonments, Dzorwulu, East Legon, and Osu. These areas have concentrations of expatriates and professionals who typically use private healthcare.

Do clinics in Accra accept NHIS?

Many clinics are accredited by the National Health Insurance Authority and accept NHIS cards. However, not all private clinics accept NHIS. Patients should confirm before seeking care.

What specialist clinics are available in Accra?

Accra has specialist clinics covering ophthalmology (Saint Thomas Eye Hospital), dentistry (Bethel Dental, Dentoc), dermatology, cardiology, and other disciplines. Multi-specialty clinics like Nyaho Medical Centre offer access to multiple specialists.

Can I get dialysis at a clinic in Accra?

Yes. Accra Newtown Islamic Hospital provides NHIS-accredited dialysis services. The hospital has ten dialysis machines and can provide up to 30 sessions daily.

What should I check before choosing a clinic in Accra?

Verify the clinic’s accreditation status, check whether they accept your insurance, confirm their operating hours, and ensure they offer the specific services you need. For specialist care, check the qualifications of the practitioners.

ASJ’s Accra Street Directory maintains a broader database of clinics and healthcare facilities across the city, including locations and publicly available contact information. Readers seeking additional options can explore the Health category in the Directory.

EXTERNAL SOURCES:

• Ghana Health Service, Greater Accra Regional Profile 

• U.S. Embassy Accra, List of Medical Service Providers (May 2024) 

• Australian High Commission, Hospitals, Clinics and Doctors in Accra 

• Accra Newtown Islamic Hospital 

• The Ghanaian Chronicle 

• Medpages directory listings 

• Pharmacy Council Ghana 

• GhanaWeb 

FAQ QUESTIONS:

1. What is the difference between a clinic and a hospital in Accra?

2. How many clinics are in Accra?

3. Where are most private clinics located in Accra?

4. Do clinics in Accra accept NHIS?

5. What specialist clinics are available in Accra?

6. Can I get dialysis at a clinic in Accra?

7. What should I check before choosing a clinic in Accra?

EDITOR’S NOTE:

Several pieces of information should be verified before publication:

1. Contact numbers and addresses: While sourced from official embassy lists and directory services, these should be confirmed directly with each facility as contact details change periodically.

2. Operating hours: Hours vary and may have changed since source documents were published. Consider verifying with each facility.

3. NHIS acceptance: Individual clinics’ NHIS accreditation status changes. Verify current status with the NHIA or each facility before publication.

4. New clinics: The healthcare landscape in Accra changes rapidly. Consider whether any significant new clinics should be added.

5. Sonotech location: The Wafid listing shows a Kumasi address while Medpages shows Osu Oxford Street. Clarify the correct Accra location.

6. Facility classifications: Some facilities listed as “clinics” may have expanded services. Verify current service scope for accuracy.

7. Saint Thomas Eye Hospital: This facility is located in Mataheko (Ga East), which is technically outside central Accra but within Greater Accra. Confirm whether to include based on article scope.

Source: Accra Street Journal 

Last Updated on September 10, 2026 by Samuel Kwame Boadu

Samuel Kwame Boadu

Samuel Kwame Boadu is a Ghanaian media entrepreneur and storyteller with a passion for amplifying urban voices and uncovering everyday truths. He is the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Accra Street Journal, a dynamic digital platform dedicated to capturing the pulse of Ghana’s capital—its people, culture, challenges, business, sports and innovations.

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