Akomapa UCC Clinic
Empathy. Equity. Excellence.
The Akomapa Student-Run Clinic at the University of Cape Coast is the first in a growing global network of student-powered, expert-supervised primary care clinics delivering free, community-based screening and education for chronic diseases.
About the Clinic
Founded with the University of Cape Coast College of Health and Allied Sciences, the Ghana Health Service, and community leaders, Akomapa at UCC delivers free, community-based screening and education for non-communicable diseases such as hypertension and diabetes.
The clinic serves as a real-world classroom for medical, nursing, pharmacy, nutrition, optometry, and public health students who work together to make care more accessible, trusted, and equitable.
Students lead with empathy and are guided by experienced clinicians, building a new generation of ethical, community-centered health leaders for Ghana and beyond.
Since October 2025
A student-powered clinic delivering measurable impact
Our model pairs interprofessional student leadership with expert supervision to deliver high-quality care in the communities we call home.
Patients Served
Neighbors receiving free screening, counseling, and follow-up through our community-based clinics.
Students Trained
Interprofessional health students leading care with mentorship from experienced clinicians.
Community Sites
Serving Abeadze Dominase and Abura with accessible, trusted, and equitable primary care.
Welcome from the Co-Directors
"Welcome to Akomapa at UCC — where care meets compassion and learning meets purpose. We are proud to serve our communities with heart, professionalism, and hope. We are also proud to be the first clinic of its kind in Ghana. This clinic is proof that when students lead with empathy and are guided by experts, lasting change follows."
— David Ofosu & Hafiz Shaban
Our Mission
Compassionate care powered by student leadership.
We strengthen access to compassionate, high-quality care for chronic diseases while training the next generation of ethical, community-centered health leaders.
Students from across the College of Health and Allied Sciences deliver care that is evidence-based and deeply human. Their leadership is guided by rigorous training, reflective practice, and a commitment to dignity for every patient served.
Our Student Leaders
The clinic is powered by an interprofessional team of students who coordinate patient care, community engagement, and clinic operations.
David Ofosu
Co-Director, Medical Student
Hafiz Shaban
Co-Director, Nursing Student
Getwell Essuman
Volunteer Recruitment Co-Lead, Medical Laboratory Science Student
David Konadu Kombate
Volunteer Recruitment Co-Lead, Medical Laboratory Science Student
Wilfred Obeng
Training & Standards Coordinator, Medical Student
Belinda Odoom
Training & Standards Coordinator, Nursing Student
Geraldine-Cristal Apeadua Agyapong
Finance Officer, Medical Student
Frederick Baffour
Finance Officer, Optometry Student
Gloria Tawiah Blay
Community Engagement Liaison, Pharmacy Student
Prince Nyarko
Community Engagement Liaison, Optometry Student
Queenstar Aduse Opoku
Supplies & Logistics Manager, Pharmacy Student
Martha Bawa
Supplies & Logistics Manager, Nursing Student
Our Faculty Mentors
Expert guidance from trusted institutional leaders
Experienced faculty mentors and advisors ensure every clinic day upholds excellence in education, ethics, and patient care.
Dr. Derek Anamaale Tuoyire
Head, Department of Community Medicine, UCC
Prof. Martins Ekor
Provost, College of Health and Allied Sciences, UCC
Prof. Samuel Kyei
Professor of Optometry, UCC
OUR WORK IN ACTION
Gallery
Highlight our students, community events, faculty supervisors, and pilot clinics in action offering a human view of our mission at work.
Student leader guiding a blood pressure screening during clinic day
Community members participating in a health education session
Faculty mentor coaching student volunteers on best practices
Clinic leaders coordinating patient flow outdoors
Clinic Operations
Consistent access for every clinic day
Akomapa UCC Clinic runs on a dependable rhythm so patients know when and where to find care.
Hours & Locations
Every Saturday · 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Rotating teams ensure both zones receive continuous coverage and follow-up.
Services Provided
- Blood pressure and glucose screening
- Medication counseling
- Home health visits
- Nutrition and lifestyle education
- NHIS registration support
- Referral and follow-up coordination
Voices from the Field
Patients and students share the impact of student-powered care.
"When we come here, the students make us feel cared for. They check our blood pressure, teach us about food, and make sure we understand our medicine."
"I feel proud to serve my community while learning to be a doctor."
Support Our Work
Your support helps us reach more patients, train more students, and expand the Akomapa model to other communities. Join us in building a healthier Ghana.
