Akomapa at the University of Cape Coast
Empathy. Equity. Excellence.
Welcome to the UCC Clinic. The Akomapa Student-Run Free Clinic at the University of Cape Coast is the first in a growing network of student-led primary care clinics across Africa.
Grounded in the values of empathy, equity, and ethical leadership, Akomapa at UCC aims to close critical gaps in screening, counseling, and chronic disease management for underserved communities in Cape Coast and beyond.
🩺 Our Mission
To strengthen access to high-quality, compassionate care for chronic conditions like hypertension and diabetes, while training the next generation of healthcare leaders through service, research, and community partnership.
📍 Clinic Days & Locations
Every Other Saturday
Clinic Locations
Find our clinic locations and get directions to our service areas.
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Abeadze Dominase
Primary clinic location serving the Abeadze Dominase community in Cape Coast
5.1319° N, 1.2798° W
Abura
Secondary clinic location serving the Abura community in Cape Coast
5.1053° N, 1.2469° W
🎞️ Clinic in Action
Rotating carousel of photos from training sessions, clinic days, and community outreach events.
Clinic Activities
Photos from our training sessions, clinic days, and community outreach events
Students participating in clinical training sessions
Community health education and outreach programs
Patient care and screening during clinic days
Student volunteers providing healthcare services
Faculty mentors guiding student healthcare leaders
🌱 Leadership & Training
Akomapa is more than a clinic—it is a platform for leadership, service, and transformation.
Our Volunteers
Our volunteers are compassionate, driven students from across all schools under the College of Health and Allied Sciences (COHAS) at the University of Cape Coast. They represent a wide range of disciplines—medicine, nursing, pharmacy, nutrition, physician assistantship, and public health—united by a shared passion for community service and interprofessional collaboration.
of students expressed a preference for working in interprofessional teams, citing the holistic care it provides to patients and the many opportunities for learning, mentorship, and professional growth.
Intensive Training Program
All clinic leaders underwent a 6-week intensive training led by faculty and mentors from UCC, Yale University, and UCLA. The training emphasized:
Our Commitment to Ethics
At Akomapa, we hold ourselves to the highest standards of ethics and professionalism. Every patient is treated with dignity, confidentiality, and respect. Every student is trained to lead with integrity, humility, and a commitment to service. We believe that trust is the foundation of good medicine—and we work every day to earn it.
🤝 Our Programs
Comprehensive healthcare services designed to meet the diverse needs of our community.
Chronic Disease Screening
Free blood pressure and glucose checks with personalized education.
Medication Counseling
Safe, evidence-based prescribing and guidance by pharmacists and clinicians.
Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaching
Community health workers provide culturally tailored nutrition and wellness advice.
Referral & Navigation Services
We help patients access district hospitals, enroll in NHIS, and schedule follow-up care.
Community Education & School Outreach
We are developing health education workshops for schools and families.
Global Health Leadership Program
Ongoing mentorship from UCC, Yale, and UCLA faculty to train students in research, ethics, and implementation.
✍️ A Note from Our Co-Directors
"Welcome to Akomapa at UCC. We are honored to serve our communities alongside students, faculty, and global partners. We believe in healthcare that listens, empowers, and uplifts—and we invite you to walk this journey with us as we grow Akomapa together."
— Co-Directors, UCC Akomapa Clinic
🧑🏾⚕️ Faculty Endorsement
From Dr. Anamaale Tuoyire
Head, Department of Community Medicine, College of Health and Allied Sciences
"Akomapa represents the kind of student-led innovation and community partnership that Ghana needs. We are proud to house the first Akomapa clinic at UCC and excited to support its continued growth and impact. These students exemplify the values of service, leadership, and excellence."
🗺️ Clinic Session Map
Interactive map showing the location and rotation of our clinic zones.
Clinic Zones
Interactive map showing the location and rotation of our two clinic zones.
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Zone A: Abeadze Dominase
Primary clinic location serving the Abeadze Dominase community
5.1319° N, 1.2798° W
Zone B: Abura
Secondary clinic location serving the Abura community
5.1053° N, 1.2469° W
🙌 Support Our Work
Akomapa is powered by student volunteers, local health workers, and donors like you. Your support allows us to offer free screening, medications, and life-saving education to patients who need it most.
Help us grow Akomapa. Help us build a healthier Ghana.