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Our Team

Meet the dedicated professionals working to improve healthcare access and outcomes across Africa.

At Akomapa, we believe that healing is a shared calling—and transformation begins with bold hearts who dare to act.

We are building something rare: a student-powered, community-rooted, and ethically led model of care for people who've long been left behind. We are not waiting for change—we are becoming it. One patient. One clinic day. One act of compassion at a time.

Akomapa Health Global Executive Team

Brian Fleischer, MD

Founder and President

Brian Fleischer is the Founder and President of Akomapa Health Foundation. He holds an MD from Yale University and has extensive experience in global health initiatives across Africa.

Esi Bon Berkoh

Co-founder and Vice President

Esi Bon Berkoh is the Co-founder and Vice President of Akomapa Health Foundation. She brings her expertise from the University of Cape Coast to drive our mission forward.

Afriyie Badu, MD

Co-founder and Chief Financial Officer

Afriyie Badu serves as Co-founder and Chief Financial Officer. He holds an MD from the University of Ghana and oversees our financial operations and strategic planning.

Bismark Amoh

Co-founder and Head of Research

Bismark Amoh is Co-founder and Head of Research at Akomapa Health Foundation. He brings his expertise from DGSOM UCLA to lead our research initiatives and evidence-based programs.

Dzifianu Ai Edoh-Torgah

Head of Branding and Public Relations

Dzifianu Ai Edoh-Torgah leads our branding and public relations efforts, ensuring Akomapa Health Foundation maintains a strong presence and positive reputation in the global health community.

Prince Agyei Tuffour

Head of IT Services

Prince Agyei Tuffour oversees our technology infrastructure and digital solutions, ensuring our IT systems support our mission effectively and securely.

Mighty Doffoe

Asst Head of IT Services

Mighty Doffoe serves as Assistant Head of IT Services, supporting our technology initiatives and ensuring smooth digital operations across all our programs.

Samuel Kumi

Head of Legal Services

Samuel Kumi leads our legal services, ensuring compliance with international regulations and providing legal guidance for our global health initiatives.

Sedem Dankwa

Team Lead, Akomapa Health Foundation U.S

Sedem Dankwa serves as Team Lead for Akomapa Health Foundation U.S, coordinating our operations and partnerships in the United States.

Akomapa Health Foundation USA Team

Sedem Dankwa

Team Lead/ Head of International Partnerships

Sedem Dankwa from Yale University serves as Team Lead and Head of International Partnerships, driving our global collaborations and strategic partnerships.

Brian Fleischer

Team Lead

Brian Fleischer serves as Team Lead for our USA operations, bringing his leadership and expertise to drive our mission forward in the United States.

Adwoa Danso-Dodoo

Finance and Compliance Officer

Adwoa Danso-Dodoo from Yale University serves as Finance and Compliance Officer, ensuring financial integrity and regulatory compliance across our operations.

Nana Ama Ocran

Head of the Akomapa Global Health Leadership Training program

Nana Ama Ocran from Yale University leads our Global Health Leadership Training program, developing the next generation of healthcare leaders.

Amma Buckman

Team Member

Amma Buckman from David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA contributes her expertise to our USA team, supporting our mission to improve global health outcomes.

Bismark Amoh

Team Member

Bismark Amoh from David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA brings his research expertise to our USA operations, supporting evidence-based healthcare initiatives.

Akomapa UCC Chapter Leadership Team

David Ofosu

Co-Director

David Ofosu serves as Co-Director of our UCC Chapter, leading local initiatives and coordinating student engagement in healthcare programs.

Hafiz Shaban

Co-Director

Hafiz Shaban serves as Co-Director of our UCC Chapter, working alongside David to lead our local healthcare initiatives and student programs.

Getwell Essuman

Volunteer Recruitment Lead

Getwell Essuman leads our volunteer recruitment efforts, ensuring we have dedicated volunteers to support our healthcare programs and community initiatives.

David Konadu Kombate

Volunteer Recruitment Lead

David Konadu Kombate serves as Volunteer Recruitment Lead, working to expand our volunteer network and support our mission through community engagement.

Wilfred Obeng

Training and Standards Co-ordinator

Wilfred Obeng coordinates our training programs and maintains high standards across all our healthcare initiatives and educational programs.

Belinda Odoom

Training and Standards Co-ordinator

Belinda Odoom serves as Training and Standards Co-ordinator, ensuring quality training programs and maintaining high standards in our healthcare delivery.

Geraldine-Cristal Apeadua Agyapong

Financial Officer

Geraldine-Cristal Apeadua Agyapong manages our financial operations, ensuring transparency and accountability in all our financial activities.

Frederick Baffour

Financial Officer

Frederick Baffour serves as Financial Officer, supporting our financial management and ensuring proper allocation of resources for our programs.

Gloria Tawiah Blay

Community Engagement Liaison

Gloria Tawiah Blay serves as Community Engagement Liaison, building strong relationships with local communities and stakeholders.

Prince Nyarkoh

Community Engagement Liaison

Prince Nyarkoh serves as Community Engagement Liaison, working to strengthen our community partnerships and local healthcare initiatives.

Queenstar Aduse Opoku

Supplies and Logistics Manager

Queenstar Aduse Opoku manages our supplies and logistics, ensuring efficient distribution of medical supplies and resources to support our programs.

Martha Bawa

Supplies and Logistics Manager

Martha Bawa serves as Supplies and Logistics Manager, coordinating the distribution of medical supplies and ensuring proper resource management.

Advisory Board Members

Dr. Derek Anamaale Tuoyire

Head of Community Medicine - University of Cape Coast

Dr. Derek Anamaale Tuoyire serves on our Advisory Board, bringing his expertise in community medicine from the University of Cape Coast to guide our community health initiatives.

Prof. Martins Ekor

Provost, College of Health and Allied Sciences, University of Cape Coast

Prof. Martins Ekor serves on our Advisory Board, providing strategic guidance from his position as Provost of the College of Health and Allied Sciences at the University of Cape Coast.

Prof. Samuel Kyei

Professor of Optometry, University of Cape Coast

Prof. Samuel Kyei serves on our Advisory Board, bringing his expertise in optometry and vision care to support our eye health programs and initiatives.

Dr. Jeremy Schwartz

Head of Chronic Care Access Lab - Yale University

Dr. Jeremy Schwartz serves on our Advisory Board, providing expertise in chronic care access and healthcare delivery from his position at Yale University.

Dr. Adrian Mayo

Assistant Clinical Professor - David Geffen School of Medicine, UCLA

Dr. Adrian Mayo serves on our Advisory Board, bringing clinical expertise and research insights from his position at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA.

Dr. Elijah Paintsil

Chief and Chair of Pediatrics, Boston Medical Center

Dr. Elijah Paintsil serves on our Advisory Board, providing pediatric expertise and healthcare leadership from his position as Chief and Chair of Pediatrics at Boston Medical Center.

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