DDHS and district profiles

Profile

Background

Born on August 25, 1969, in Banda Makala, Bono Region, I am married and have seven children. My professional journey began as a nurse at Holy Family Hospital in Berekum, where I worked for seven years before pursuing further education.

Professional Profile

I transitioned to become a Physician Assistant after completing a BSc in Physical Assistantship at Kintampo College of Health. My commitment to public health led me to pursue a BSc in Public Health Management at the Catholic University of Ghana, followed by an MPH in Public Health Management and Policy Planning at KNUST School of Public Health.

Career Objective

My career objective is to continue making significant contributions to public health management and policy planning. I aim to enhance healthcare delivery and promote community health initiatives, leveraging my experience and expertise to improve health outcomes in underserved areas.

Alex Kumah

District Director- Sene West

  • 0243637367

  • alex.kumah57@gmail.com

Professional Experience

  • Nurse at Holy Family Hospital, Berekum

  • Physician Assistant at Ghana Health Service (GHS) since 2006

  • DDHS (District Director of Health Service) since July 2018
  • Current Director at Sene West District Health Directorate

EDUCATION

  • BSc in Physical Assistantship, Kintampo College of Health

  • BSc in Public Health Management, Catholic University of Ghana

  • MPH in Public Health Management and Policy Planning, KNUST School of Public Health

Other Training

  • Continuous professional development in public health and healthcare administration

Career History

  • Progression from nurse to Physician Assistant and subsequently to DDHS and Director roles

  • Experience in healthcare service delivery, management, and policy implementation

Duties

  • Leadership and oversight of health services at Sene West District Health Directorate
  • Implementation and monitoring of public health programs and policies
  • Collaboration with stakeholders to improve community health outcomes