Yaw Adu-Boakye
The researcher has conducted extensive studies on cardiovascular health and related issues across various domains within public health sciences, focusing primarily on Ghana as an example. Their work explores themes such as cardiometabolic risk factors, blood pressure trends, heart disease prevention, and global public health policies. Key studies include investigations into the prevalence of hypertension in Ghana, the impact of lifestyle factors on cardiovascular outcomes, monitoring techniques for atherosclerotic diseases, adherence to antihypertensive therapies, rare cases of cardiac complications, and strategies for improving aortic stenosis management. Their research underscores the importance of comprehensive global public health initiatives aimed at addressing cardiovascular challenges and promoting healthier lifestyles in African populations.
Faculty Biography
First Name: Yaw Surname: Adu -BoakyeDate of birth: 21/09/78Gender: MaleNationality: GhanaianEmail address: dradubee@yahoo.co.uk , dradubee@gmail.comName of InstitutionKwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology/Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital, Kumasi –GhanaPhone Number+233200850781 EDUCATIONINSTITUTION AND LOCATIONYEAR(s)DEGREE/ CERTIFICATEGuangdong Cardiovascular Institute,Guangdong General Hospital2016ADVANCED CARDIOLOGY (INTERVENTIONAL )The West African College of Physicians 2015 FWACP(CARDIOLOGY)The West African College of Physicians October 2010* MWACPThe Ghana college of PhysiciansSeptember 2010*MGCPSThe West African College of PhysiciansApril 2008PrimariesThe Ghana college of PhysiciansApril 2008Part 1Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology School of Medical Sciences, Kumasi-Ghana2002-2005MB.ChBKwame Nkrumah University of Science And Technology School of Medical Sciences, Kumasi-Ghana1998-2002BSc. Human BiologyPrempeh College, Ghana1994-1996+SSSCE+Senior Secondary School Certificate Examination (SSSCE) , * Member of West African College of Physicians (MWACP), Member of Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Cardiology fellow, Internal MedicineKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital October 2010-dateResident on a clinical attachmentLeeds Teaching Hospital, U.K September to October 2009Resident Medical Officer, Internal medicineKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital October, 2007 to 2010HIV clinic, Department of Internal MedicineKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital November 2007 to June 2009 Senior House officer, Department of SurgeryKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital April 2007 to September 2007Senior House Officer, Department of Child healthKomfo anokye Teaching Hospital October 2006 to March 2007Junior House officer, department of Obstetrics & GynecologyKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital April 2006 to September 2006Junior House Officer, Department of Internal MedicineKomfo Anokye Teaching Hospital October 2005 to March 2006PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPSWest African College Of Physicians (MWACP)October 2010Ghana College of Physicians and Surgeons (MGCPS) September 2010Ghana Medical Association January 2006 PUBLICATIONS CURRENT RESEARCH ENGAGEMENTS
Atrial Fibrillation Management and Outcomes
Blood Pressure and Hypertension Studies
Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments
Cardiomyopathy and Myosin Studies
Cardiovascular Health and Disease Prevention
Cardiovascular Issues in Pregnancy
Congenital Heart Disease Studies
Diabetes, Cardiovascular Risks, and Lipoproteins
Global Public Health Policies and Epidemiology
Health Promotion and Cardiovascular Prevention
Ion channel regulation and function
Lipoproteins and Cardiovascular Health
Pharmaceutical Practices and Patient Outcomes
Streptococcal Infections and Treatments
Department of Medicine
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology