A family member of a patient at the Ho Teaching Hospital has accused sections of the medical team of unfair treatment, high cost prescriptions, and alleged inconsistencies in information provided regarding a recommended biopsy procedure.

In a press statement issued to media houses, Mr. Alavi Robert Kobla said his 80-year-old father, a traditional stool father identified as Zikpuitor Simon Alavi, was admitted to the Ho Teaching Hospital on May 9, 2026, after being referred from the Ho Technical University Polyclinic.

He stated that the patient, who is suffering from severe prostate enlargement, was admitted to the G1 ward where several diagnostic tests were conducted, including PSA, liver, kidney, and BPH assessments.

He further noted that a catheter was inserted to manage urinary retention.

According to him, challenges arose when a biopsy test was recommended at a cost of GHS2,100, which he described as financially difficult for the family.

He alleged that the medical team indicated the procedure would only be carried out upon payment, or the patient would be discharged to allow the family to return when funds were available.

He also raised concerns about additional prescription costs amounting to GHS581 initially, later revised to GHS261, which he said placed further financial strain on the family.

Mr. Kobla further alleged that a urology specialist advised that the patient could be discharged if the family was unable to afford the procedure, while also expressing frustration over what he described as a lack of flexibility in managing the situation.

He claimed that the patient was later discharged without prior notice to him as the primary caregiver, despite ongoing efforts to secure financial assistance for treatment.

The family also questioned the availability and cost of biopsy services at the hospital, alleging conflicting information regarding where the procedure could be conducted and its actual cost within the region.

Mr. Kobla described the situation as emotionally and financially distressing, calling for greater transparency in pricing and improved communication between healthcare providers and patients’ families.

The Ho Teaching Hospital is yet to publicly respond to the allegations at the time of filing this report.