UGMC disputes Michael Blackson’s claims, says patient care followed medical standards

The University of Ghana Medical Centre (UGMC) has responded to allegations by Ghanaian-American comedian Michael Blackson following the death of his 83-year-old mother at the facility, saying some of the claims made about her care do not reflect the events that occurred.

The comedian had accused the hospital of poor service delivery, alleging that his mother was repeatedly misdiagnosed, that financial considerations were prioritised over patient care, and that the facility failed to show compassion following her death on July 16, 2026.

UGMC said all clinical decisions concerning Blackson’s mother were made by qualified healthcare professionals based on medical judgment, established standards of care and the best interests of the patient.