The Health Facilities Monitoring and Accreditation Agency (HEFAMAA) has called for strict adherence to approved healthcare protocols and improved communication during patient screening and treatment across Lagos State.
Eko Hot News reports that the Executive Secretary of HEFAMAA, Dr. Victoria Egunjobi, made the call while receiving the newly inaugurated executive committee of the Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA), Lagos Chapter, during a courtesy visit.
The meeting provided an opportunity for both organisations to discuss issues affecting healthcare delivery and explore ways to strengthen their professional relationship.
Dr. Egunjobi stressed that healthcare practitioners must follow established procedures when screening patients.
She said adherence to standard protocols would help ensure that patients receive appropriate attention before treatment is administered.
The HEFAMAA boss also highlighted the importance of clear communication between healthcare professionals and patients.
According to her, proper communication can reduce avoidable misunderstandings and improve the quality of healthcare services.
She further encouraged effective communication among members of different professional associations within the health sector.
Dr. Egunjobi noted that healthcare delivery involves several professionals working together, making cooperation and proper information-sharing essential.
She reaffirmed HEFAMAA’s responsibility to promote quality healthcare through effective regulation and monitoring.
The Agency, she said, would continue to support standardisation across healthcare facilities in Lagos.
HEFAMAA also plans to deepen its engagement with professional bodies involved in healthcare delivery.
The collaboration is expected to promote compliance with approved standards and improve the experience of patients accessing medical services.
The NOA delegation was led by its newly inaugurated Lagos Chapter Chairperson, Dr. Ghenorhe Ehimen.
Dr. Ehimen appreciated the existing relationship between the Association and HEFAMAA.
She acknowledged the cooperation established by the previous executive committee and expressed her intention to build on the foundation.
The new NOA leadership pledged to sustain professional collaboration with the regulatory agency.
Dr. Ehimen also requested the continued participation of NOA representatives in HEFAMAA monitoring teams.
She explained that the involvement of optometry professionals would contribute to effective monitoring of relevant healthcare services.
The NOA chairperson also sought HEFAMAA’s support in addressing concerns over unqualified individuals offering eye-related services.
She particularly raised concerns about unregulated vision screening activities across Lagos State.
According to her, stronger collaboration between the regulatory agency and the Association would help promote professional standards in eye care.
She appealed for greater support in efforts to protect residents from services that do not meet approved professional requirements.
Dr. Egunjobi responded positively to the issues raised by the delegation.
She assured the NOA representatives that HEFAMAA would examine the requests and consider appropriate solutions.
The Executive Secretary reiterated the Agency’s willingness to work with professional associations on issues affecting healthcare regulation.
She noted that collaboration remained important in achieving sustainable improvements across the health sector.
The meeting also reinforced the importance of professional accountability in healthcare delivery.
For HEFAMAA, standardisation remains a key component of ensuring that health facilities provide safe and quality services.
The Agency’s regulatory responsibilities include monitoring healthcare facilities and promoting compliance with established requirements.
Professional associations also play an important role by supporting ethical practice and encouraging members to maintain approved standards.
The partnership between HEFAMAA and NOA could therefore provide additional opportunities for information-sharing and coordinated monitoring.
Improved cooperation could also help identify challenges within healthcare facilities and develop practical solutions.
Patient screening remains an important stage in healthcare because it can guide subsequent clinical decisions.
Accurate screening and effective communication can help healthcare providers better understand patients’ needs.
Clear procedures can also help reduce inconsistencies in the delivery of healthcare services.
Dr. Egunjobi’s call therefore places emphasis on professional responsibility at every stage of patient care.
The Agency also encouraged healthcare professionals to maintain effective communication with their patients.
Patients, in turn, need clear information about procedures and available treatment options.
The approach is expected to promote greater confidence between healthcare providers and residents.
HEFAMAA said it would continue engaging professional organisations to strengthen healthcare standards in Lagos.
The Agency also reaffirmed its commitment to regulatory oversight and continuous improvement.
For the NOA, maintaining a strong relationship with HEFAMAA is expected to support its efforts to improve optometric practice across the state.
The Association’s leadership said it would continue working with relevant authorities to promote professional standards.
Both organisations agreed on the importance of sustained engagement in addressing challenges within the healthcare sector.
Their collaboration is expected to contribute to better regulation, improved professional practice and enhanced healthcare services.
The meeting ended with a renewed commitment to partnership and constructive engagement.
HEFAMAA and the NOA Lagos Chapter are expected to continue discussions on areas of mutual interest.
The collaboration forms part of broader efforts to ensure that residents have access to safe, standardised and quality healthcare services.
