DDHS and district profiles

Profile

Background

Dr . Yaa D. Akuamoah-Boateng is a Public Health Specialist specializing in Health Policy and Leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery, a Master of Public Health, and a Membership of the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons. She was appointed the first District Director for Ablekuma North, a new district carved out of Accra Metropolitan at the height of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Notwithstanding, the peculiarity and herculean challenges fraught with  Ablekuma North, she brought her leadership expertise to the fore by advocating and harnessing resources to enhance the continuity of quality healthcare delivery for Ablekuma North. She was posted to Ga West in February 2024 to take on the mantle from Dr. Chandi when the former retired.

 

Professional Profile

Dr. Akuamoah-Boateng is a member of the Ghana Public Health Association (GPHA), Ghana Medical Association (GMA), and the Medical Women’s Association of Ghana (MWAG).

She is an avid music lover and is passionate about mentorship and missions.

Dr, Yaa D. Akuamoah-Boateng

DDHS- Ga West

Professional Associations

  • Member, Ghana Public Health Association (GPHA)

  • Member, Ghana Medical Association (GMA)

  • Member, Medical Women’s Association of Ghana (MWAG)

Other Contributions

  • Mentorship: Passionate about mentoring young professionals and students, helping guide the next generation of leaders in the medical and public health fields.

  • Missions: Actively involved in mission work, contributing to community health initiatives and outreach programs to improve healthcare access for underserved populations.