Professor Ernestina Safoa Donkor
Associate Professor / Dean
Education
- University of London, King’s College, UK — PhD in Nursing Studies, May 2006
- University of London, King’s College, UK — Graduate Certificate in Academic Practice, 2005
- University of Ulster, Northern Ireland, UK — MSc In Advanced Midwifery, November 1996
- University of Ulster, Northern Ireland, UK — Postgraduate Diploma in Advanced Midwifery, November 1996
- University of Ghana, Legon, Accra, Ghana — BSc Nursing with Psychology, August 1985
Courses Taught
- Nursing Research Methods
- Nursing Theories
- Gynaecology and Reproductive Tract Infections
- Obstetrics and Neonatal Nursing I
- Postpartum Care
- Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Intrapartum Care I (Normal Labour)
- Intrapartum Care II (Abnormal Labour)
- Abnormal Pregnancy, Labour and Puerperium
Research Interests
- Female Infertility
- Women’s Health
- Midwifery
Selected Publications
- Agbenohevi, U.D., Ani-Amponsah, M., Donkor, E., Klutse, E.D., Appiah, E., Agbenu, I., Annan, E. & Ali-Mustapha, S. (2024). Midwives’ attitudes, motivations, and barriers to neonatal resuscitation in a tertiary hospital, Ghana: A qualitative inquiry. Journal of Neonatal Nursing, http://doi.org/10.1016/j.jnn.2024.06.011
- Oppong, S.S., Naab, F., Akuffo, R.A. & Donkor, E.S. (2023). Functional status and quality of life of women with infertility in Southern Ghana: A cross-sectional study. Health Sciences Investigations (HIS) Journal, 4(2): 550-559 https://doi.org/10.46829/hsijournal.2023.12.4.2.550-559
- Aikins, D.A., Poku, C.A., Donkor, E. & Naab, F. (2023). Practice environment determinants of job satisfaction among midwives at healthcare facilities in Accra Metropolis: A multicenter study. PLoS ONE 18(3): e0282251. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0282251
- Bakre, AFK., Morhe, ESK., Ofori, EK., Donkor, E., Okeji, MC., Kwadjo, S., Cornelius, IV., Musa, HM., Yakubu, C. & Ogolodom, MP. (2023). Sonographic evaluation of maternal uterine artery from 11-30 weeks 6 days of gestational age in a Nigerian population: A predictive index for pre-eclampsia and intrauterine growth restriction. International Journal of Radiography 29(6): 1035-1040.
- Agana, F.A, & Donkor, E.S. (2022). Maternal and neonatal criteria for Kangaroo Mother Care: The perspective of the midwife in the West Mamprusi District of North-East Region, Ghana. Asian Journal of Pregnancy and Childbirth, 5(1): 46-55, Article no.AJPCB.83288
- Poku, C.A., Donkor, E. & Naab, F. (2021). Impacts of nursing work environment and burnout on turnover intentions among nurses in Ghana. BMC Nursing, 1-8. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21203/rs.3.rs-151653/v1
- Van Rooji, FB., Bos, H., Derritis, T., Hiadzi, RA. & Donkor, ES. (2020). The relationship between stigmatization and quality of life in Ghanaian women and men with fertility problems: Mediating role of coping strategies. Facts Views Vis Obgyn, 12(4):257-264.
- Alem, J.., Donkor, E.S. & Naab, F. (2020). Prevalence and determinants of delayed newborn bathing among postnatal mothers in a rural community of Northern Ghana. Doi:10.19044/esj.2020.v16n18p155 URL:http://dx.doi.org/10.19044/esj.2020.v16n18p155
- Naab, F., Lawali, Y. & Donkor, E.S. (2019). “My mother in-law forced my husband to divorce me”: experiences of women with infertility in Zamfara State of Nigeria. PLOS ONE. PLoS ONE 14(12): e0225149. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0225149
- Nachinab, G.T., Donkor, E.S. & Naab, F. (2019). Perceived barriers of child adoption: A quantitative study among women with infertility in Northern Ghana. BioMed Research International, Volume 2019, Article ID 6140285, 9 pages https://doi.org/10.1155/2019/6140285
Professional Certificates
- State Registered Nurse (SRN)
- State Certified Midwife (CMB)
- State Registered Public Health Nurse (RPHN)
Affiliations
- Fertility Society of Ghana (July 2017)
- Ghana Registered Midwives’ Association
- Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives’ Association
- Fellow, West African College of Nursing
- Foundation Fellow, Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives
Elizabeth Aku Baku, PhD
Senior Lecturer / HOD
Education
- University of Ghana- PhD in Public Health, June 2014
- University of Ghana- MPhil in Public Health, June 2009
- Ruprecht-Karls Universität, Heidelberg, Germany-MSc in Community Health, September 2001
- University of Ghana- BA in Arts (Nursing and Psychology) June 1996
- Public Health Nurses’ School, Korle Bu, Accra- November 1987
- Midwifery Training School, Korle Bu, Accra- November 1985
- Nursing Training College, Korle Bu, Accra- February 1983
Courses Taught
- Perspectives in nursing
- Therapeutic Communication
- Paediatrics Nursing I
- Community Health Nursing I
- Community Health Nursing II
- Public Health Nursing
Research Interests
- Adolescent Health
- Maternal Health
Selected Publications
- Kotoh, A. M., Sena Amekudzie, B., Opoku-Mensah, K., Baku, E. A., & Glozah, F. N. (2022). Pregnant adolescents’ lived experiences and coping strategies in the peri-urban district in Southern Ghana. BMC Public Health, 22(901), 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12889-022-13318-2
- Kpodotsi, A., Baku, E. A., Adams, J. H., & Alaba, O. (2021). Socioeconomic inequalities in access and use of skilled birth attendants during childbirth in Ghana: a decomposition analysis. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 21(850), 1-13. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-021-04290-7
- Afaya, A., Dzomeku, V. M., Baku, E. A., Afaya, R. A., Ofori, M., Agyeibi, S., Boateng, F., Gamor, R. O., Gyasi-Kwofie, E., & Mwini Nyaledzigbor, P. P. (2020). Women’s Experiences of Midwifery Care Immediately Before and After Caesarean Section Deliveries at a Public Hospital in the Western Region of Ghana. BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth, 20(8), 1-9. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12884-019-2698-4
- Baku, E. A., Adrakpanya, V., Konlan, K. D., & Adatara, P. (2020). Menstrual Hygiene Management Among Girls at a Peri-Urban Senior High School in the Volta Region, Ghana. African Journal of Midwifery and Women’s Health, 14(1), 1-12. https://doi.org/10.12968/ajmw.2018.0020
- Konlan, K. D., Baku, E. A., Japiong, M., Konlan, K. D., Doat, A. R., Suuk, A. N., & Amoah, R. M. (2020). Practices of Adults in a Periurban Community of the Ho Municipality on Prevention of Hypertension. International Journal of Hypertension, 2020, 1-8. https://doi.org/10.1155/2020/2136213
- Konlan, K. D., Baku, E. A., Japiong, M., Konlan, K. D., & Amoah, R. M. (2019). Reasons for Women’s Choice of Elective Caesarian Section in Duayaw Nkwanta Hospital. Journal of Pregnancy, 2019, 1-7. https://doi.org/10.1155/2019/2320743
- Baku, E. A., Agbemafle, I., Kotoh, A. M., & Adanu, R. M. (2018). Parents’ experiences and sexual topics discussed with adolescents in the Accra metropolis, Ghana: A qualitative study. Advances in Public Health, 2018, 1-12. https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/5784902
- Adatara, P., Afaya, A., Baku, E. A., Salia, S. M., & Asempah, A. (2018). Perspective of Traditional Birth Attendants on their Experiences and Roles in Maternal Health Care in Rural Areas of Northern Ghana. International Journal of Reproductive Medicine, 1-10. https://doi.org/10.1155/2018/2165627
- Baku, E. A., Adanu, R. M., & Adatara, P. (2017). Socio-Cultural Factors Affecting Parent-Adolescent Communication on Sexuality in the Accra Metropolis, Ghana. NUMID HORIZON, 1(2), 1-10
- Baku, E. A., Agbemafle, I., & Adanu, R. M. (2017). Effects of Parents’ Training on Parents’ Knowledge and Attitudes about Adolescent Sexuality in Accra Metropolis, Ghana. Reproductive Health, 14(101), 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-017-0363-9
Professional Certifications
- State Registered Nurse (SRN)
- State Certified Midwife (CMB)
- State Registered Public Health Nurse (RPHN)
Affiliations
- Fellow, Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives, Ghana
- West African Postgraduate Nurses and Midwives
- Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives, Ghana
Veronica Adams
Adjunct Lecturer
Education
- MPH
- BSc
- B.Ed
- Diploma
Courses Taught
- Foundations of Nursing
- Foundations of nursing practice
Research Interests
- Maternal and child health
Selected Publications
- Addy, A., Adams, V., Acka, M., Amadzor, C., Amoh, B. E., & Mensah, G. B. (2024). Analysis of the Ghanaian Public Health Act, AI Regulatory Regimes and Vaccine Manufacturing and Distribution Channels in Ghana https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2024.v06i01.12279
Professional Certifications
- Registered General Nurse (RGN): Certified by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) of Ghana
- Registered public Health Nurse (RPHN): Certified by the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) of Ghana
Affiliations
- Member: Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA)
- Member: Nurse and Midwife Educators society-Ghana(N&MES-GH)
- Member: Public Health Nurses Society- Ghana
- Associate member: Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM)
Ezekiel Oti-Boadi
Lecturer
Education
- University of Ghana, Mphil Nursing 2020
- Valley View University BSc Nursing 2013
Courses Taught
- Anatomy and Physiology I & II
- Care Study
- Medical Nursing I, II & III
- Nursing Ethics
- Pediatric Nursing
- Perspective in Nursing
- Pharmacology I & II
Research Interests
- Oncology
- Women health
- Infertility
- Qualitative analysis
- Psychological experiences
- Men’s health
Selected Publications
- Osei, E. A., Appiah, S., Oti-Boadi, E., Hammond, D., Awuah, D. B., Menlah, A., … & Baidoo, M. (2022). Experiences of women awaiting cervical CANCER screening results from selected hospitals in Accra, Ghana. BMC Public Health, 22(1), 1-11.
- Ninon, A. P., Osei Appiah, E., Klu, E., Oti-Boadi, E., Agyeiwaa, J., Tettey-Ekpah Asuboni, Z. K., & Kapiatu, J. (2023). Challenges faced by frontline nurses caring for Covid-19 patients at the GA East Hospital. Cogent Public Health, 10(1), 2165166.
- Appiah, E. O., Oti-Boadi, E., Ani-Amponsah, M., Mawusi, D. G., Awuah, D. B., Menlah, A., & Ofori-Appiah, C. (2023). Barriers to nurses’ therapeutic communication practices in a district hospital in Ghana. BMC nursing, 22(1), 1-11.
- Appiah, E. O., Oti-Boadi, E., Appiah, S., Bakkari, M. A., Menka, M. A., Awuah, D. B., … & Boateng, S. A. (2023). Acceptance of HPV vaccination in boys among mothers from selected churches in Accra, Ghana. BMC Public Health, 23(1), 1053.
- Appiah, E. O., Appiah, S., Oti-Boadi, E., Boadu, B. A., Kontoh, S., Adams, R. I., … & Sarpong, C. (2023). Attitude and preventive practices of pressure ulcers among orthopedic nurses in a tertiary hospital in Ghana. Plos one, 18(9), e0290970.
- Appiah Evans Osei, Oti-Boadi Ezekiel, Amertil Ninon P, Afotey Rosina, Lavoe Honest, Garti Isabella, Menlah Awube, Sekyi Eric Kwesi Ntiako (2024) Journeying together: spousal experiences with prostate cancer in Ghana ecancer 18 1692
- Oti-Boadi, E., Osei, E. A., Asare, B., Ampong, S., Asiedu, P. O., Hakami, F. A., & Akurugu, P. (2024). Antihypertensive use insights and experiences among hypertensive patients at Korle-Bu teaching hospital. Plos one, 19(6), e0298202.
- Oti-Boadi, E., Asare, B., Attafuah, P. Y. A., Appiah, E. O., Opoku-Frempong, D., Asiedu, P. O., Toure, H. A., & Kappiah, J. B. (2024). Navigating Culture and Faith in Assisted Reproductive Technology: A Qualitative Exploration. The Family Journal, 0(0). https://doi.org/10.1177/10664807241290246
- Oti-Boadi, E., Naab, F., Kyei, J. M., & Mujahid, B. M. (2024). Exploring the health-seeking behaviour of men with infertility in Southern Ghana. Health Sciences Investigations Journal, 6(2), 878-885.
Professional Certifications
- Registered General Nurse
Affiliations
- Member: Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association
- Member: African Palliative Care Association
Dorothy Akua Aikins
Adjunct Lecturer
Education
- Mphil
- BA
Courses Taught
- Basic Nursing
- Advanced Nursing
- Practical Nursing
- Nursing Administration and Management
Research Interest
- Wellbeing / Welfare of the Nurse / Midwife
Selected Publications
- Aikins DA, Poku CA, Donkor E, Naab F (2023) Practice environment determinants of job satisfaction among midwives at healthcare facilities in Accra Metropolis: A multicentre study. PLoS ONE 18(3): e0282251. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0282251
- Factors influencing Job satisfaction among midwives in Accra metropolis. Submitted to the School of Nursing, College of Health Sciences, University of Ghana, Legon in August 2017.
Professional Certificates
- Registered Midwife
- State Registered Nurse
Affiliations
- Ghana Registered Nurses and Midwives Association (GRNMA)
- Ghana Midwives Association (GMA)
- Nurse Educators Group (NEG)
- Fellow, West Africa College of Nurses (WACN)
- Foundation Fellow, Ghana College of Nurses and Midwives (GCNM)
Hilary Ganzegmeh Donkere
Adjunct Lecturer
Education
- MPhil in Nursing (Mental Health) ongoing
- BSC Community Mental Health Nursing
- Diploma in registered mental nursing
Courses Taught
- Mental Health Nursing
Research Interests
- Mental health
- Cancer
- Substance Use
- Addiction Disease
- Hepatitis
- Cerebrospinal Meningitis
Selected Publications
Professional Certifications
- Registered Mental Nursing (RMN)
Affiliations
- Member: Professional Association of Psychiatric Nurses -Ghana
- Member: Nurse and Midwives Educators Group Ghana
- Examiner for practical: Nursing and Midwifery Council of Ghana
Danzuma Anyemen
Assistant Adjunct Lecturer
Education
- MGCNM
- BA (NSG AND PSYCH)
Courses Taught
- EMERGENCY AND CRITICAL CARE NURSING
Research Interests
- EMERGENCY AND NURSING CARE
Selected Publications
Professional Certifications
- MEMBER GHANA COLLEGE OF NURSES AND MIDWVES
- REGISTERED GENERAL NURSE -NMC
Affiliations
- Member: EMERGENCY MEDICINE SOCIETY OF GHANA
Akua Owusua Asante
Lecturer
Education
- University of Ghana- MPhil Nursing 2017
- Garden City University College-BSc. Nursing 2011
- Presbyterian University- BSc. Human Resource Management 2010
- Holy Family Nurses Training College 2004
Courses Taught
- Basic nursing
- Paediatric nursing
- Nursing theories
- Intro to palliative care
Research Interests
- Gerontological nursing
- Patient preference
- Gender issues in nursing
Selected Publications
- Asante, A. O., Korsah, K. A., & Amoako, C. (2023). Does the gender of nurses matter to patients? A qualitative analysis of gender preferences of patients. SAGE Open Medicine, 11, 20503121231182514.
Professional Certification
- Registered general nursing
Affiliations
- Practical Examiner, Nursing and Midwifery Counsel of Ghana
- Founder, AWA Geriatric Foundation
Esther Akai Addo
Assistant Lecturer
Education
- Anglia Ruskin University, Master of Science Midwifery,2020
- Garden City University College; Bachelor of Science Midwifery ,2023
- University of Cape Coast: Bachelor of Education-Health Sciences. 2014
Courses Taught
- Antepartum Care 1&2
- Health Assessment in Midwifery
Research Interests
- Maternal and Child Health
- Adolescents Reproductive Health
Selected Publications
Professional Certifications
- Registered Midwife
- Nurses and Midwives Council
Affiliations
Philip Osamende Omoregie, PhD
Senior Lecturer
Education
Courses Taught
Research Interest
Selected Publications
Professional Certification
Affiliations
Benedicta Asare
Lecturer
Education
Courses Taught
Research Interest
Selected Publications
Professional Certification
Affiliations
Priscilla Twumasi-Ankrah
Assistant Lecturer
Education
- Swansea University, MSc Public Health and Health Promotion, September 2019
- University for Development Studies, Applied Biology, September 2017
Courses Taught
- Microbiology
- Health Promotion
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Pathology
Research Interest
- Adolescent health
- Sexual health
- Maternal health
Selected Publications
Professional Certification
- Accredited Tutor, Level 5 Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) for TOEFL Exams April – July 2022
- University of Washington June 2021 — September 2021 Project Management in Global Health
Affiliations
- Heritage Christian University
Ellen Manu
Lecturer
Education
Courses Taught
Research Interest
Selected Publications
Professional Certification
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