In keeping with his administration’s goal of assigning seasoned experts to important roles, President John Dramani Mahama last week named Professor Dr. Grace Ayensu-Danquah, the Member of Parliament for Essikado-Ketan, as Deputy Minister for Health.
The appointment brings Prof. Ayensu-Danquah’s substantial medical experience to the Ministry of Health at a time when the president’s government has made health a top priority after the establishment of the Ghana Medical Trust, also known as “Mahama Cares.”
In order to carry out President Mahama’s audacious plan for the health center, the National Democratic Congress MP is anticipated to support the wise Health Minister Kwabena Mintah Akandoh.
Outstanding qualifications
The excellent credentials of Prof. Ayensu-Danquah encompass public health, academia, and clinical practice on two continents. Board-certified general surgeon with advanced fellowship training in trauma, burns, and reconstructive surgery, she is a first-time MP.
possesses a Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University and medical degrees from the University of Southern California, the University of Wisconsin, Madison, and the University of Wisconsin, Madison, all in the United States.
As of right now, the Essikado-Ketan politician is licensed to practice medicine in Maryland, Michigan, and California. In addition, she is an Adjunct Professor of Surgery at the University of Utah’s Centre for Global Surgery and runs a private surgical practice in Accra.
Impact on humanitarianism
Through her Healing Hands Organization, Prof. Ayensu-Danquah has significantly improved healthcare in Ghana in addition to her outstanding clinical work.
The non-governmental medical organization donates necessary medical equipment to rural health institutions and offers free medical and surgical services to underprivileged populations.
As a board member of Days for Girls International Ghana and a member of Ghana’s Food and Drugs Authority’s Technical Advisory Committee on the Safety of Vaccines and Biological Products, she demonstrates her dedication to public health governance.
Professional acknowledgment
The renowned surgeon is a fellow of several esteemed medical schools, such as the West African College of Surgeons, the American College of Surgeons, the International College of Surgeons, and the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons.
Anticipations Given her specialized qualification in disaster management and humanitarian assistance, her hiring is anticipated to greatly improve the Ministry of Health’s ability to develop and carry out important national health policies.
The appointment of Prof. Ayensu-Danquah by President Mahama, according to several governance experts, highlights his administration’s approach of utilizing the experience of accomplished professionals to fortify Ghana’s healthcare system and enhance public health outcomes across the country.
