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Profile

Background

Dr. Francis Boakye Takyi is a seasoned Public Health Specialist with extensive experience in health services management and a robust academic background. Born on June 25, 1966, in Ashanti Mampong, Ghana, Dr. Takyi has dedicated his career to improving public health in various capacities. He currently serves as the Municipal Director of Health Services for Sefwi Wiawso Municipal in the Western North Region of Ghana and is the chairman of the District Health Directors group. His career is marked by significant contributions to health services through both clinical practice and public health management.

Professional Profile

Dr. Francis Boakye Takyi is a distinguished Public Health Specialist with a diverse background in clinical and public health settings. He holds an M.B.B.S from Gandhi Medical College in Bhopal, India, and a Master’s in Public Health from the University of Ghana, Legon. His professional journey includes roles across several major hospitals and health directorates in Ghana. Dr. Takyi has participated in numerous international courses and conferences, enhancing his expertise in reproductive health, tuberculosis management, and general public health.

Career Objective

Dr. Takyi aims to further advance public health in his region by effectively managing health services and implementing impactful health programs. His objective is to leverage his extensive experience and research background to improve health outcomes and address public health challenges in the Sefwi Wiawso Municipal and beyond.

DR. FRANCIS BOAKYE TAKYI

DDHS- Sefwi Wiawso Municipal

Professional Experience

  • Municipal Director of Health Services, Sefwi Wiawso

  • Health Director, Bibiani / Anhwiaso / Bekwai Municipal Health Directorate

  • Health Officer, Sefwi Wiawso Government Hospital

  • Medical Officer, Effia Nkwanta Regional Hospital, Sekondi

  • House Officer, Korle Bu Teaching Hospital

EDUCATION

  • Master of Public Health

    University of Ghana, Legon

    2002

  • M.B.B.S

    Gandhi Medical College, Bhopal, India

    1992

  • GCE ‘O’ Level and GCE ‘A’ Level

    Apeejay School, New Delhi, India and Wadia College, Pune, India

  • Basic Education

    Kings International School, Larbadi and Osu Presbyterian Secondary School, Osu, Ghana

Other Training

  • Course in Reproductive Health

    Mauritius and China

  • Course in Public Health

    South Africa

  • Course in Tuberculosis Management

    Ghana

  • Annual Conferences

    Ghana Medical Association and District Director’s Annual Conference

  • Continuing Medical Education Programmes

Hobbies

  • Overseeing health services and program implementation in the Sefwi Wiawso Municipal

  • Managing and coordinating public health initiatives

  • Conducting research and attending relevant conferences and seminars

  • Implementing health policies and addressing health challenges in the community