DDHS and district profiles

Profile

Background

Dr. Abdul Rauf Sulemana is a dedicated medical officer currently serving as the District Director of Health Service for Mamprugu Moagduri District in the North East Region of Ghana. With over seven years of experience across the northern regions of Ghana, Dr. Sulemana has a strong commitment to improving the health of underserved communities. His extensive background includes working in various health facilities and contributing to public health through both direct patient care and administrative roles.

Professional Profile

Dr. Abdul Rauf Sulemana is an accomplished medical practitioner with a focus on rural health care. His professional journey is marked by a blend of clinical practice and academic qualifications. Dr. Sulemana is currently a Family Medicine Resident at the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, having previously held several significant roles, including Medical Officer and Medical Superintendent at various hospitals. His expertise includes managing health services in underserved areas and participating in numerous workshops and training programs to enhance his skills in public health.

Career Objective

Dr. Sulemana aims to leverage his extensive experience and training to further enhance healthcare delivery in rural communities. His goal is to effectively manage and improve health services in Mamprugu Moagduri District, ensuring better health outcomes through his leadership and commitment to public health. He is dedicated to advancing his knowledge and skills in family medicine and public health to positively impact the communities he serves.

Dr. Abdul Rauf Sulemana

DDHS- Mamprugu Moagduri

Professional Experience

  • District Director of Health Service

    Mamprugu Moagduri District, North East Region

  • Substantive Medical Superintendent

    Chereponi Government Hospital, 27th May 2022 – Present

  • Substantive Medical Superintendent

    Binde Hospital, Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri District, 11th December 2020 – 20th May 2022

  • Acting Medical Superintendent

    Binde Hospital, Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri District, 13th June 2019 – 10th December 2020

  • Medical Officer

    Salaga Municipal Hospital, 1st July 2016 – 12th June 2019

  • House Officer

    Tamale Teaching Hospital, 7th April 2014 – 20th April 2016

EDUCATION

  • Family Medicine Resident

    Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons, September 2020 – Present

  • Master of Public Health

    University of Washington, December 2020

  • Certificate in Leadership and Management in Health

    Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA), 08/07/2019 – 02/08/2019

  • Certificate in Health Administration and Management (HAM)

    University for Development Studies, Tamale, 02/09/2006 – 27/11/2013

  • Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB)

    School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), 1999 – 2002

  • B.Sc. Human Biology

    University for Development Studies, 1999 – 2002

  • S.S.S.C.E

    Ghana Secondary School, Tamale, 2002

  • B.E.C.E

    Pong Tamale Experimental J.S.S, 1999

Other Training

  • Union Africa Region Conference on Tuberculosis and other Lung Diseases

    11th July 2017, Accra International Conference Center

  • Growth Assessment and Infant and Young Child Feeding Counseling (IYCF)

    Kumasi, 07/07/2020 – 10/07/2020

  • Capacity Building on Clinical and Programmatic Management of MDR-TB

    16th – 19th September 2020, Koforidua

  • Non-Traumatic Management of Fractures

    Orthopedic Alliance (OA), Tamale

  • Facilitator of Pediatric Tuberculosis Phase 4 On-Site Coaching and Supportive Supervision

    North East Region

Career History

  • District Director of Health Service, Mamprugu Moagduri District, North East Region

  • Substantive Medical Superintendent, Chereponi Government Hospital, 27th May 2022 – Present

  • Substantive Medical Superintendent, Binde Hospital, Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri District, 11th December 2020 – 20th May 2022

  • Acting Medical Superintendent, Binde Hospital, Bunkpurugu/Nakpanduri District, 13th June 2019 – 10th December 2020

  • Medical Officer, Salaga Municipal Hospital, 1st July 2016 – 12th June 2019

  • House Officer, Tamale Teaching Hospital, 7th April 2014 – 20th April 2016

Duties

  • Overseeing health services and managing health facilities in Mamprugu Moagduri District

  • Leading and implementing public health initiatives and programs

  • Managing budgets and resources for health service delivery

  • Providing clinical care and supervising healthcare staff

  • Coordinating with other health professionals and organizations

Languages Spoken

  • English.
  • Kassim
  • Hausa
  • Dagbani

Hobbies

  • Footbal

  • Community service