Mary Akua Ampomah
Doctor
Dr Mary Akua Ampomah is a Clinical Psychologist and Lecturer at the Fred N. Binka School of Public Health, University of Health and Allied Sciences (UHAS), Ghana. Her research focuses on sickle cell disease, mental health, psychological well-being, neurocognitive functioning, health-related quality of life, and the psychosocial dimensions of chronic illness.
She provides psychological care to individuals living with sickle cell disease and other inherited blood disorders at the Volta Regional Hospital, Ghana. She also serves as a School Counsellor at UHAS, supporting students experiencing mental health, psychological, and academic challenges.
Her work integrates clinical psychology and public health, employing longitudinal, case-control, cross-sectional, community-based, and mixed-methods research approaches. She is particularly interested in translating research evidence into clinical practice, community interventions, advocacy, and health policy to improve outcomes for individuals living with chronic conditions.
Dr Ampomah has extensive experience in advocacy for sickle cell disease and other inherited blood disorders, community engagement, and collaboration with national and international networks dedicated to improving care for affected individuals. She currently serves as the African Manager for the Global Action Network for Sickle Cell Disease and Other Inherited Blood Disorders (GANSID). She previously served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Global Alliance of Sickle Cell Disease Organisations (GASCDO).
