Bokamoso Private Hospital accredited as trauma centre by the Trauma Society of South Africa (TSSA)

August 2024 – Bokamoso Private Hospital is proud to announce receipt of its official accreditation as a trauma centre. This recognition further solidifies the hospital’s commitment to providing exceptional emergency care services to the communities it serves.

The trauma centre accreditation was awarded by the Trauma Society of South Africa (TSSA), an independent authority that promotes the implementation and adherence of international best practice for treatment of trauma through propagation of quality treatment and appropriate management at accredited centres of care.

To obtain the accreditation, Bokamoso Private Hospital underwent a rigorous evaluation process where its capabilities, infrastructure, medical staff expertise, and adherence to established protocols and guidelines were reviewed. As an accredited trauma centre, the hospital is able to conduct prompt assessment, management, emergency surgery, and stabilisation for trauma patients – with key components including 24-hours access to a trained emergency team and the availability of broad surgical disciplines.

“We are delighted to have achieved accreditation as a designated trauma centre,” said Joe van der Walt, hospital CEO. “This accomplishment reflects that Bokamoso Private Hospital meets the highest standards of care, contributing to our unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional emergency care services and saving lives. The accreditation will further strengthen the hospital’s ability to collaborate with emergency medical services, local agencies, and neighbouring hospitals in managing large-scale emergencies and mass casualty incidents.”

The accreditation means that the hospital will not only provide leadership in prevention and public education to surrounding communities but also comply with agreed criteria that advance the World Health Organization’s declaration on Emergency Care for the injured in Botswana.

“Getting more of our facilities accredited means our hospitals will operate as organised teaching and research sites to help direct innovations in trauma care. For Bokamoso Private Hospital, this is one of the ways we can become an industry leader and better serve the people of Botswana.” shared Rene Ackermann, Group Trauma, Emergency and Transplant Standards Manager.

Bokamoso Private Hospital is an ultra-sophisticated and digitally integrated hospital in Gaborone, Botswana, boasting extensive and leading adult and paediatric services. The hospital is part of the Lenmed Group of hospitals in partnership with local funder group Botswana Public Officers’ Medical Aid Scheme (BPOMAS). Lenmed owns and manages 19 hospitals in South Africa, Botswana, Ghana and Mozambique. For more, visit Lenmed.