Kunle Thomas Advocates for Patient Voices in Healthcare

Kunle Thomas, Chief Executive Officer of Patient Academy International, calls for stronger patient accountability mechanisms within Nigeria's healthcare system to enhance patient experience and transparency. He stresses the need for reforms to address persistent challenges, particularly in emergency response and medical negligence.

Thomas, who has 25 years of experience in the UK healthcare sector, notes that while improvements have been made, significant work remains. He highlights the tragic case involving Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie's son, which raised questions about the reliability of Nigeria's emergency response system.

Thomas points out that many Nigerian doctors leave the country for better opportunities abroad, often facing poor welfare conditions. He emphasizes the importance of involving patients and the public in healthcare discussions and decision-making processes, advocating for their voices to be heard in improving service delivery.

The Patient Academy International aims to engage the health community and gather feedback to enhance healthcare services in Nigeria.