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Profile

Background

Dr. Ebenezer Asiamah, born on October 2nd, 1965, is a distinguished Nutritionist and Director of Health Services with a deep commitment to healthcare and community development. Married with three children, he balances his professional and personal life with a strong focus on improving healthcare outcomes through research, policy-making, and community engagement.

Professional Profile

Dr. Ebenezer Asiamah is a highly accomplished healthcare leader with extensive experience as a District Director of Health Services since 2009. His expertise spans strategic health management, research in medical anthropology, and public health program implementation. He has contributed significantly to operational health research, proposal writing, and quality improvement initiatives across various districts in Ghana.

Career Objective

Dr. Ebenezer Asiamah aims to continue advancing public health agendas, leveraging his diverse educational background and research experience to influence policy, enhance healthcare delivery systems, and promote community well-being.

REV. DR. EBENEZER ASIAMAH

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Professional Experience

  • District Director of Health Services, Current District (since 2016)

  • District Director of Health Services, Dangme East District (2009 – 2016)

  • Facilitator for Quality Improvement, Adolescent Health and Development, Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF), and Breastfeeding Hospital Initiative programs at regional level

EDUCATION

  • PhD in Medical Anthropology, University of Ghana, Legon

  • Master’s Degree, Brunel University, London

  • Master in Public Health, Ghana Institute of Management and Public Administration (GIMPA)

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition, University of Cape Coast

  • American Bible University

  • Strathmore University, Kenya

Other Training

  • Development of SOP for Adolescent Health

  • Combined Maternal and Child Health Record Book

  • HIV/AIDS Management Training for Professional Nurses

  • Leadership Development Training-Workshop

  • Development of SBMR Tools for CHPS Monitoring and Supervision

Duties

  • Oversight of all health facilities and activities within the district

  • Direction and implementation of strategic health initiatives

  • Research in medical anthropology and health-related topics

  • Proposal and report writing for health research projects