ABOUT DR. PATRICK ANSAH

Dr. Patrick Odum Ansah is a public health specialist, medical doctor and the current director of Navrongo Health Research Centre. He is a recognized for his impactful contributions to public health and clinical research. With a deep commitment to enhancing healthcare in Ghana, Dr. Ansah has focused his expertise on infectious diseases, particularly meningitis.

His academic journey began at the University of Ghana, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Medical Sciences in 1998, followed by a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) in 2002. Driven by his passion for public health, he completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) in 2005. Furthering his specialization in clinical trials, he obtained a Master of Science from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in 2013 and became a member of the Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons with a focus on Public Health in 2014.

Dr. Ansah has played a pivotal role in meningitis research, serving as Co-Principal Investigator in a landmark study assessing the safety and efficacy of a Meningococcal-A conjugate vaccine in children. His work extends to evaluating the incidence of meningitis in sub-Saharan Africa and various public health interventions, including seasonal malaria chemoprevention.

With numerous publications and ongoing research projects, Dr. Ansah remains a leading figure in the medical community, driving significant advancements in healthcare outcomes in Ghana and beyond. His innovative approach and dedication to research continue to inspire future generations of health professionals.

Dr Patrick Odum Ansah was awarded by the World Health Organization in 2015 for his immense contribution to the development of Conjugate meningococcal A vaccine (MenAfriVac) for integration into the expanded programme of immunisation (EPI) in countries in the African Meningitis Belt.

Dr. Patrick Ansah’s current goal is to train young scientists in the field of clinical trials and health research in general and to develop and perfect systems that support Good Clinical Practices in resource-constrained environments such as in Northern Ghana.