The organisation represents about 80% of the private hospital sector. Together, these groups own and manage approximately 220 hospitals, servicing 28 675 hospital beds.
Melanie Da Costa, who was re-elected chairperson for another term, said, "Despite the complexity and challenges of healthcare in South Africa, the newly elected board brings together individuals with deep insight and on-the-ground experience of delivering quality healthcare. By engaging proactively with government and all players in the healthcare sector, we hope to contribute positively to health reform initiatives."
"The private hospital sector is committed to delivering efficient, innovative healthcare to millions of patients across the nation. The board's combined depth of knowledge and commitment to improving healthcare will help us to work together to satisfy demand for private healthcare in the broader healthcare system," concludes da Costa.
