Educational/Professional Background
I had my medical education and training in Ghana. After medical school, I worked in tertiary and rural hospitals, which helped me appreciate the gaps and health inequalities that continue to affect the health system and different populations. These experiences also sparked my interest in global health and population-based research. I was therefore excited to work as a research clinician at the Medical Research Council Unit The Gambia/LSHTM, where I coordinated several clinical trials and observational studies.
I am currently pursuing a PhD in Global Health and Development at Emory University.
Research interests or career goals
My dream has always been to contribute to improving access to quality healthcare for underserved populations. This has motivated my interest in global health. My current research focuses on understanding the causes of under-five mortality and how we can leverage this knowledge to design local, national, and global interventions to reduce under-five mortality.
Why I chose LSHTM/my programme
I chose to undertake the Infectious Diseases by Distance Learning programme at LSHTM because of its depth and breadth. The flexibility of the distance-learning programme, together with the breadth of the curriculum, stood out to me. I particularly valued the opportunity to build a strong foundation in infectious diseases through the core modules while tailoring my elective modules to my specific interests.
Additional Information
I was awarded a Commonwealth Scholarship to undertake my degree and would be happy to provide advice to students interested in applying for the scholarship.